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NC State University Recognized Nationally for Commuter Benefits Program

January 30, 2025

RALEIGH, January 30, 2025 – NC State University has been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWCTM) for 2025, joining an elite group of over 800 innovative organizations across the U.S. and Canada. This honor celebrates NC State’s outstanding commuter benefits that help employees save money, reduce stress, and create positive change in their communities.

“At NC State, we believe supporting our employees creates ripple effects far beyond our office walls,” said Than Austin, Transportation Director. “Our comprehensive commuter benefits program reflects our dedication to our team’s well-being and smart business practices that benefit everyone.”

NC State’s commuter benefits program includes:

“I am proud of NC State’s strong commitment to sustainable transportation, with excellent commuter benefits including free transit across the Triangle region,” said Amanda Simmons, Transportation Demand Manager and Transportation Planner. “The University also adopted a Physical Master Plan which aims to prioritize pedestrians, cyclists, and other micro-mobility options on campus streets.”

To qualify as one of the Best Workplaces for Commuters, NC State met the National Standard of Excellence in commuter benefits, showcasing their forward-thinking workplace innovations. The BWC designation highlights NC State’s commitment to:

  • Enhancing employee work-life balance through flexible commuting options
  • Creating positive community impact through smart transportation choices
  • Attracting and keeping top talent through comprehensive mobility benefits
  • Optimizing facility costs through efficient transportation solutions

“We’re thrilled to recognize NC State as a 2025 Best Workplace for Commuters. They’re part of an outstanding group of over 800 organizations transforming transportation benefits for their employees,” said Julie Bond, BWCTM Program Director. “In today’s evolving workplace, innovative employers like NC State understand that comprehensive commuter benefits are essential for employee satisfaction and building vibrant communities. Their approach to commuter benefits serves as an inspiring model for organizations nationwide.”

About NC State University (www.ncsu.edu)

NC State University is a land-grant institution with historical strengths in engineering, statistics, agriculture, life sciences, textiles, and design and is currently a leading public research university.  One of the world’s best colleges of veterinary medicine is located on the Raleigh campus.  With a student population of more than 36,000, they have a profound impact locally, nationally, and globally through their research and the companies they create.

About Best Workplaces for Commuters (http://www.bestworkplaces.org)

Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWCTM) is the national authority on recognizing and assisting workplaces that provide exceptional commuter benefits to employees. The BWC program is managed by the Center for Urban Transportation Research at the University of South Florida with support from the Florida Department of Transportation. For more information, contact jmbond@usf.edu or visit bestworkplaces.org. #BWC2025