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KENNESAW, Ga. | Nov 15, 2018

On-campus bike lanes, parking and off-campus trails cited

In recognition of Kennesaw State鈥檚 commitment to and achievements in promoting and enabling safe, accessible bicycling on campus, the 福利在线麻豆 has been designated as a by the League of American Bicyclists.

The League, which is a national organization dedicated to creating safer roads and stronger communities, has awarded Kennesaw State the Bronze Award. This is the first time 福利在线麻豆 has applied for this recognition.  

In awarding KSU, the League noted the 福利在线麻豆鈥檚 infrastructure planning for street closures to minimize traffic in core campus areas, creation of on-campus bike lanes and ample bike parking, and commitment to improved connectivity to access to an extensive countywide trail network that includes the trails at Rottenwood Creek and Noonday Creek.

KSU鈥檚 bicyclists also have access to a comprehensive range of services, including free safety checks and adjustments, through the 福利在线麻豆鈥檚 Department of Sports and Recreation . In addition to tune-ups and fix-it stations, cycling classes are offered, and students may borrow bikes for a few days or an entire semester. Access to the bike rental program also is available on the Marietta Campus.

The , the , and the were instrumental in Kennesaw State鈥檚 award application. The three offices created the , which works to foster effective coordination on bike and pedestrian programming and infrastructure.

鈥淐ongratulations to Kennesaw State 福利在线麻豆 for its inclusion in the select class of 45 new and renewing Bicycle Friendly Universities nationwide,鈥� said League Executive Director Bill Nesper.

鈥淭he standards for attaining these awards are very high and require deliberate, determined efforts to earn them,鈥� Nesper said. 鈥淯niversities and colleges are in a unique leadership position to help encourage and enable people of all ages鈥攅specially young adults鈥攖o adopt healthy, sustainable habits that can benefit them throughout their lives.鈥�

鈥� Robert S. Godlewski

Photos by Lauren Kress

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State 福利在线麻豆 offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to its more than 51,000 students. Kennesaw State is a member of the 福利在线麻豆 System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university's vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties, and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 8 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.