Celebrate 35 years of U-PASS this April

Last updated: Wednesday, April 01, 2026

This April, Transportation Services is celebrating 35 years of U-PASS at the University of Washington with events, activities, and an opportunity to recognize the program that helps keep our campus moving every day. While U-PASS officially launched in September 1991, April's designation as Earth Month makes it the perfect time to highlight the role transit plays in building a more sustainable campus and community.

Since its launch, U-PASS has made it easier for students, faculty and staff to choose transit, reduce parking demand and lower our collective environmental impact. What began as a forward-thinking approach to campus transportation has become an indispensable part of our community, whether you’re commuting to class, heading to work or exploring the region.

35 Years Moving UW, U-PASS, Established 1991

U-PASS Celebration Month events

Employee Transit Resource Fair @ UW Tower

  • Wednesday April 8|  11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • UW Tower, North Cafeteria-Mezzanine
  • Meet with representatives from local transit agencies such as KCMetro, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Lime and Ridepanda

Student Advisory Board’s U-PASS Birthday Celebration

  • Thursday April 16  | 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
  • HUB first floor street (next to info desk)
  • Join Transportation Services to celebrate 35 years of U-PASS! Stop by the HUB for free treats, prizes and more!

Employee Transit Resource Fair @ UW Medical Center

  • Tuesday April 28  |  11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Plaza Cafe A, UWMC Montlake
  • Meet with representatives from local transit agencies such as KCMetro, Sound Transit, Community Transit, Lime, Bird, Ridepanda, Wombi