Service Updates
This page is updated with changes for Shuttle Services, Evanston Parking, and Chicago Parking announcements.
Shuttle Service Updates
Thanksgiving Break Shuttle Service
Please note the following changes to the University's shuttle service during Thanksgiving Break:
- Intercampus: No service Thu, Nov. 27 or Fri, Nov. 28. Regular service will resume on Mon, Dec. 1
- Loop Shuttle: No service Mon, Nov. 24 through Sun, Nov. 30. Regular service will resume on Mon, Dec. 1
Shuttle Wildcard Tap/Reader Implementation
During this academic year, we have been working with our shuttle vendor to implement a new Wildcard tap reader system on the shuttle buses. This new system will allow Transportation & Parking to better understand ridership trends and confirm University affiliation.
Beginning Monday, April 14, a testing period will occur where riders will tap their Wildcard when boarding a shuttle. The Wildcard reader system will provide a valid or invalid notification. At this time, an invalid notification will result in a closer examination of your Wildcard’s expiration date. If your Wildcard expiration date has not passed, you can continue to ride the shuttle. If you feel your invalid notification is incorrect, please complete a Wildcard Reader Testing Form so Transportation & Parking can investigate why you received an invalid notification.
As a reminder, shuttles are a free service for University students, faculty, and staff with presentation of a valid Wildcard. Expired Wildcards are not accepted. For information on how to replace or request a Wildcard, please visit the Wildcard site.
Evanston Parking Announcements
2025-26 Parking Permits
2025-26 parking permits are available for purchase.
- Student and contractor permits are available for purchase at the Evanston Parking Office.
- Faculty and staff may sign up for the annual sticker using the online portal.
- As outlined in the Evanston Campus Parking Policies, temporary permits are non-refundable. Please note temporary permits can be purchased on a daily or monthly basis.
Vehicle Storage
Parking of vehicles for over 48 consecutive hours is prohibited. This includes all holiday and academic break periods.
Contractor parking
Construction contractors for all capital projects are prohibited from parking in all main campus lots. This includes North Garage (# 105), South Garage (# 211) and South Beach two level structure (# 214, 215).
Lot Closures
- North Garage: Facilities Management will be conducting some electrical maintenance on floors 3-6 beginning on Monday Nov. 24. The work is scheduled to be completed on Wednesday Nov. 26. Please be aware of any new traffic patterns.
Major Events
- Sheridan Rd Closure on Thanksgiving Day (Thu, Nov. 27): For the Evanston Flying Turkey 5K, presented by Endeavor Health, Sheridan Road will fully close between Lincoln Street and Church Street on Thursday, November 27, from 8:15 a.m. to approximately 10:15 a.m. During this time, no vehicular traffic will be allowed to travel on Sheridan Road southbound from Lincoln Street or northbound from Church Street. Please plan to arrive at or leave the Evanston campus before or after these times and allow extra time to navigate through the area. For parking options, please review the Evanston Parking Map.
Chicago Parking Announcements
2025-26 Parking Permits
Parking on the Chicago campus is at capacity and most lots are now operating on a waitlist procedure. Faculty and staff with a 25 sticker may renew using the online portal.
Monthly Contractor Parking
We are sorry, but at this time we are not able to process new requests for contractor parking.
If you have an existing monthly contractor permit, you may renew it by going to the Erie Ontario Garage Customer Service Office located on Ontario Street near the first floor vehicle exit, just east of the southeast elevator lobby. Fill out the monthly renewal form at the office and make your payment there. You can renew your parking access Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In an effort to reduce cash handling, please utilize credit cards or checks for your payments.