The Claremont Colleges espouse environmental values, but as Metrolink — one of Southern California’s most necessary transit channels — stands to become significantly more expensive, 7C students face unnecessary hurdles in using nearby public transport. However, we — following in the footsteps of UCLA and USC — have a ready solution in U-Pass. Nicholas Steinman CM ‘27 believes that U-Pass and LA Metro’s A line are the ultimate solution.
Tag: Public Transportation
Let’s Go Local: Going On Foot(hill) — Navigating Public Transit
Planning a trip to Los Angeles or wondering how you can get around off campus without a car? Michelle Zhang PO ’27 breaks down three public transit options which are free or affordable.
Foothill Transit alters bus route, accommodates 5Cs but irritates greater community
Recently, a change in Foothill Transit’s bus route, which passes through Claremont, promises to better accommodate the 5Cs — but not everyone in the surrounding community is satisfied.
The 5 to the 10: No car? No problem — a student-friendly guide to Downtown LA
Don’t let the lack of a car stop you from exploring all Downtown Los Angeles has to offer. If you don’t know where to start, Southern California columnist Cassidy Bensko SC ’25 already has a tried-and-true itinerary that won’t break the bank.
OPINION: Improving public transportation is crucial to reducing inequality
Improving our public transportation is very important for reducing inequality, writes Rakesh Peddibhotla PZ ’24.
OPINION: Want to combat poverty and racial inequality in LA? Support public transportation.
A better public transit system in LA could help eliminate the city’s racial and socioeconomic lines, writes Ryan Lillestrand PZ ’23.