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FYExplore

A New Student Shuttle Experience

FYExplore New Shuttle Experience

Join the Office of Orientation and First-Year Experience for FYExplore. We know that not everyone is coming to Concordia with a car, so we want to provide you with ways to get off campus. FYExplore offers monthly rides for students to get off campus to run errands. This service is free for students! FYExplore runs during the fall semester on select dates. See below for the Fall 2024 schedule.

Reserve your ride by emailing [email protected]. All rides require advance reservation and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you want to get off campus in between FYExplore dates, you can always rent out a bike through CU Active.

Fall 2024 FYExplore Shuttle Schedule:

  • W.O.W. Sunday, August 18 - Local Lutheran Churches, Irvine Spectrum, UTC, and Corona Del Mar Beach
  • Wednesday, September 17 - Angels Game (tickets must be purchased from the Office of Orientation and First-Year Experience)
  • Saturday, September 28 - Irvine Spectrum, UTC, and Corona Del Mar Beach
  • Saturday, October 26 - Irvine Spectrum, UTC, and Corona Del Mar Beach
  • Friday, November 22 - Thanksgiving Break Shuttle- John Wayne Airport and Irvine Train Station
  • Friday, December 13 - Christmas Break Shuttle- John Wayne Airport and Irvine Train Station

*Space is limited.

Please call or email our office for more information at 949-214-3065 or [email protected]. We are located in the CSLD.

FAQs

How can I reserve a ride?

You can reserve your ride for a scheduled shuttle excursion by emailing [email protected]. Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance.

What if I need to cancel my ride?

You can cancel your ride by emailing [email protected] at least 48 house prior to your departure time. Failure to cancel your reservation in a timely manner may result in a fine on your student account.

Who drives the FYExplore shuttle?

FYExplore shuttle drivers are certified drivers through the university. They may be a professional staff member or a hired student employee. All drivers are 21+ with an active driver's license. All divers have taken a van certification course through the university.

Is there a fee to use the shuttle?

There is not a fee to use the shuttle. Riders may be issued a fine if they do not show up for their scheduled ride time or fail to cancel their ride on time.

Can I bring my own car on campus?

Yes, you are allowed to have a car on campus. Students are charged a parking fee of $150/semester. Please register your vehicle through Campus Safety.

What other ways can I get off campus?

We find that most students utilize their friends with cars for rides to off-campus venues. You can also rent bikes through CU Active to ride to the UTC or on local trails. The OCBus System does run through Irvine. You can read more about that system here.

Can I request that my driver take me somewhere not on the route?

At this time, the FYExplore drivers will only drop off and pick up riders at locations on their scheduled route. If you have requests for future destinations, please email [email protected] and we will consider adding it to the rotation in the future.

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