About Our Commuter Connection
With more than 50,000 students, not everyone wants to live on campus. Whether by bus, bike, car, light rail, canoe or horseback, the Commuter Connection supports University of Minnesota students who travel to campus. Traveling to and from campus can be a pain, we're making it easier. Whether you're looking for someone to share gas and parking expenses, get advice on better routes to campus, or find ways to get involved on campus, we can help!
The Commuter Connection offers resources including:
- Involvement Opportunities
- Events
- Parking and Safety Issues
- Transportation/Directions Tips
- Rideshare Information
We offer a place to hang out on Coffman Union's second floor, designed for your needs including:
- Lounge/Nap space
- Study Area
- Computers
- Refrigerators
- Microwaves
- Lockers
Commuter Connection Chair Bios
Name:
Mandira Randall
Year in School:
Junior
Area of Study/Future Aspirations:
I am a Biology, Society, and Environment Major with a History Minor.
I'm pursing a career in the medical field.
Commute Time&Method:
I commute from my home in Vadnais Heights (a 30 minute drive or bus ride)
Random Info:
Kingdom Hearts and Zelda are my favorite video games.
Name:
Grant Mongin
Year in School:
Junior
Area of Study/Future Aspirations:
I am going to me a Mechanical Engineer - I am currently a student in the College of Science and Engineering (formerly IT).
Commute Time&Method:
I commute from my apartment via the bus.
Random Info:
As much as I am a PC person, I love the IPod Touch.
Name:
John Worden
Year in School:
Nontraditional Senior
Area of Study/Future Aspirations:
I am a Biology, Society, and Environment major. My short term goal is get undergrad degree and go to medical school. My medium term goal is to raise a family. My long term goal is to be among first doctors to practice medicine on the moon.
Commute Time&Method:
I live right next to an express route transit center. It takes me 15 minutes by bus or 30 minutes to drive in.
Random Info:
I am a married student in the military.