Resources for Commuter Students
Tips for Commuters at UIW
Looking to get involved as a commuter student? Stop by the Campus Life Office, located in Student Engagement Center (SEC), room 3150. We are committed to providing engagement opportunities, events and services for our commuter population. Here at UIW, there are more than 60 student clubs and organizations for you to explore — and that is just the beginning! Check out UIW Engage in GoUIW for more information.
Getting Around Campus
Commuter Parking
All UIW students are required to a register their vehicle to park on campus. Vehicle registration and payment can be completed on GoUIW using the T2 Cardinal Cars app. The UIW parking page has maps, rates and more details. Tickets will be issued to students who violate UIW parking regulations. Parking is enforced in Premium Lots on Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. and in Economy/Off-Campus lots from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Shuttles
Beginning on the first day of classes, UIW shuttles begin service. Two Express shuttles will run on Broadway Campus only. The two Shuttles will run from ICC Dorm Area down to the Student Engagement Center (SEC). Shuttles will run from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Shuttles will not run on Fridays. Please note that this schedule is subject to change so check the UIW Parking page for the latest info.Finding a Place To Study or Relax
Commuter Lounge/The Landing
On the 3rd Floor of the Student Engagement Center in SEC 3065, commuter and first-year students can relax between classes in The Landing. This lounge space provides students a place to go when they have downtime to be able to study or socialize with their fellow Cardinals.
Other Great Spots
UIW has additional space all over campus for students to hang out between classes. Some popular locations include the Student Engagement Center, Mabee Library, and the Administration Building. For our military and veteran students, don’t forget that there’s a lounge just for you at the Military and Veteran Center on the second floor of the SEC.
Find your own spot to study or relax on UIW's interactive map.
Join the Commuter Student Advisory Committee (CSAC)
CSAC is a student advisory committee that meets with the Dean of Campus Life once a month to provide feedback and insight into the commuter experience at UIW. The students who serve on this committee focus on trying to improve commuter life on campus with ideas and suggestions.Eating on Campus
UIW has several food and drink options for our students on campus.
- UIW cafeteria on the 1st level of the Student Engagement Center (SEC)
- Starbucks on the 1st level of the SEC
- Luciano’s Pizzeria on the basement level of the SEC
- Hortencia’s C-Store on the bottom level of the Administration Building
- Chick Fil-A on the bottom level of the Administration Building
Microwave Access
UIW has several locations around campus that have microwaves available for student use. Find microwaves available at these locations:
- The Landing (SEC 3065)
- Hortencia's C-Store (Administration Building)
- Red’s/Luciano's (SEC Basement)