{"id":9852,"date":"2026-09-27T21:06:06","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T01:06:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/?page_id=9852"},"modified":"2026-09-28T00:04:32","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T04:04:32","slug":"commuting-from-home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuting-from-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Commuting From Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-hero-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-hero fullwidth   cl-has-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-hero-proper\"><div class=\"overlay\"><div class=\"block\"><h1>Commuting From Home<\/h1><\/div><\/div><div class=\"still\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/CAMK-102623-NL-041.jpeg);background-position:56% 32%;\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls-container\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-icon\" title=\"Accessibility controls\">Accessibility controls<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-motion-control cl-accessibility-control-hidden\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Pause motion\">Pause motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">On<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Play motion\">Play motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Off<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-contrast-control\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Increase text contrast\">Increase text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Standard<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Reset text contrast\">Reset text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">High<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-system-setting\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle\" title=\"Apply my preferences site-wide\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle-label\">Apply site-wide<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<p class=\"type-intro fullwidth wp-block-paragraph\">This toolkit is a curated set of <strong>resources and essentials<\/strong> that help students who live off campus successfully navigate academic life, social engagement, and daily logistics, while feeling connected to their institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuting-from-home\/#before\" title=\"\">Before coming to campus<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuting-from-home\/#while-oncampus\" title=\"\">While on campus<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuting-from-home\/#make-it-work\" title=\"\">Make campus work for you<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout left  \"><h1>Before you come to campus<\/h1>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center type-intro fullwidth is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"before\"><strong>\ud83d\udccd<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/registration-records\/how-to-update-e-campus-personal-information\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuter-affairs-update\/faqs-update\/#parking\">Update your local address in e-Campus<\/a><\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"fullwidth\"><strong>\ud83d\udccc <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/faqs-update\/#parking\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuter-affairs-update\/faqs-update\/#parking\">Parking &amp; Permits<\/a><\/strong> \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"fullwidth\">Don\u2019t get ticketed. Make sure you\u2019re familiar with URI\u2019s parking zones and where you can park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"fullwidth\"><strong>\ud83d\ude8c <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/transportation-on-and-off-campus\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/transportation-on-and-off-campus\/\">Transportation Apps<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"fullwidth\">Download TransLoc or RIPTA tools for real-time info.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"fullwidth\">Maps &amp; directions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"fullwidth\">Sustainable transportation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout right  \"><h1>While On Campus<\/h1>\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuting-from-home\/#while-oncampus\" title=\"\">Commuter Lounge<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuting-from-home\/#dining\" title=\"\">Dining<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"#\" title=\"\">Study spaces<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/its.uri.edu\/services\/student-services\/\" title=\"\">Wi-Fi \/ technology<\/a>\n\n<a class=\"cl-button   prominent\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/memorialunion\/info-desk\/\" title=\"\">Lockers\/storage<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fullwidth is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"type-intro fullwidth wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"while-oncampus\">Create a <strong>Campus Anchor<\/strong>, like the Commuter Lounge on the third floor of the <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/memorialunion\/\">Memorial Union<\/a> to serve as your \u201chome base\u201d to relax, study, and meet friends.  Use quiet corners between classes to reset and regroup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-half_column\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"310\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-500x310.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-500x310.jpg 500w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-768x476.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-1024x635.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-364x226.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-1000x620.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-1280x793.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-2000x1240.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1078\/commuter-lounge-icon-e1559745577327-2560x1587.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:17px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">\ud83c\udf1f Lounge Highlights \ud83c\udf1f<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list type-intro fullwidth\">\n<li><strong>Comfort First<\/strong>: Comfy sofas, tables, and chairs create a relaxed, welcoming space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eat &amp; Store<\/strong>: Keep your lunch in the fridge or warm it up in the microwave.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recharge Your Devices<\/strong>: Plugs, USB chargers, and a TV are all available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"dining\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"dining\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fullwidth\">Dining \ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Staying Nourished on (and near) Campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list fullwidth type-intro\">\n<li class=\"fullwidth\"><strong>Choose <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/meal-plans\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/meal-plans\/\">Your Meal Plan<\/a> Wisely<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Order Ahead with <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/get-started-with-grubhub-campus-dining\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/get-started-with-grubhub-campus-dining\/\">Grubhub+ Student<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramaccountaccepted\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramaccountaccepted\/\">Use Your Ram Account \u2014 Anywhere!<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enjoy a Variety of Dining Spots<\/strong><br><a style=\"font-weight: bold\" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/mainfare\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/mainfare\/\">Mainfare<\/a>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/butterfield\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/butterfield\/\">Butterfield<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/dailygrind\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/dailygrind\/\">Daily Grind<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/brooksidebistro\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/brooksidebistro\/\">Brookside Bistro<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/thecornerstore\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/thecornerstore\/\">The Corner Store<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramsden\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramsden\/\">Ram&#8217;s Den<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/rhody-eatz-academic-hours\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/rhody-eatz-academic-hours\/\">Rhody Eatz<\/a><\/strong>, and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meet <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/nutrition\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/nutrition\/\">Various Dietary Needs<\/a> with Ease<\/strong><br>Dining Services provides vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free options and offers nutritional information, <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/foodallergies\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/foodallergies\/\">allergen guidance<\/a>, and a registered dietitian.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save Time &amp; Money with Smart Strategies<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bring your own meals and use the <strong>commuter fridges and microwaves<\/strong> in the <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/universal-toolkit\/#lounge\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuter-affairs-update\/universal-toolkit\/#lounge\">Commuter Lounge<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/womenscenter\/about\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/womenscenter\/about\/\">Women\u2019s Center<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stretch your budget by packing snacks or leftovers instead of buying every meal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When finances are tight, visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/rhody-outpost\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/rhody-outpost\/\">Rhody Outpost food pantry<\/a><\/strong> or &#8220;Little Rhody&#8221; pantries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/farmers-market\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/farmers-market\/\">URI&#8217;s Free Farmer&#8217;s Market<\/a> to access fresh, locally-grown produce from URI farms.  Follow&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/urifreefarmersmarket\/\">@urifreefarmersmarket<\/a>&nbsp;on Instagram for up-to-date news, weekly produce previews, and recipes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Discover Kingston Emporium<\/strong><br>Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/newram\/explore\/rest-stops\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/newram\/explore\/rest-stops\/\">local shops and restaurants at Kingston Emporium<\/a><br>Many accept <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramaccount\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramaccount\/\">Ram Account<\/a>, so your student ID goes a bit further.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>International markets in the Community<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Asia Grille Market (Providence)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Poblanita (Newport)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good Fortune Supermarket (Boston area)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local farmers&#8217; markets (Kingston, Wakefield)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"dining\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n<div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout left  \"><h1>Make campus work for you<\/h1>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Study between classes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schedule meetings on campus days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get involved<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Commuter Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading fullwidth\"><strong>You belong at URI\u2014even while you live off campus.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">This toolkit is a curated set of <strong>resources and essentials<\/strong> that help students who live off campus successfully navigate academic life, social engagement, and daily logistics, while feeling connected to their institution.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/universal-toolkit\/#essentials\" title=\"\">what to\nbring<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/universal-toolkit\/#planahead\" title=\"\">Plan\nAHEad<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/universal-toolkit\/#dining\" title=\"\">Staying Nourished<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><a class=\"cl-button  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/universal-toolkit\/#anchor\" title=\"\">Finding community<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"essentials\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf0 Essentials: Items to keep in Your Go Bag<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Seasons<\/th><th>Essentials<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Fall<\/td><td>Light jacket, allergy meds, umbrella, hand sanitizer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winter<\/td><td>Ice scraper, hand warmers, thermal blanket, gloves, extra socks, non-slip shoes or boots<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spring<\/td><td>Rain jacket, tissues, sunglasses, allergy meds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Summer<\/td><td>Sunscreen, mini fan or cooling towel, sunglasses, water-rich snacks<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25px\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Campus ID card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reusable water bottle &amp; snacks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charger (phone, laptop, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power bank\/battery pack<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Headphones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-perishable snacks (granola bar, nuts, dried fruit)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra pens, highlighters, sticky notes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency cash\/credit card<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 id=\"planahead\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude97 Planning Your Commute Strategically<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understand <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/transportation-on-and-off-campus\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/transportation-on-and-off-campus\/\">your transportation options<\/a>: <strong>personal vehicle, RIPTA<\/strong>, <strong>Amtrak<\/strong>, the <strong>MBTA commuter rai<\/strong>l, <strong>campus shuttles<\/strong>, and <strong>park-and-ride lots<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/\">Apply<\/a> for a <strong>URI commuter parking permit<\/strong> early each semester.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Please note that&nbsp;parking permits are required for all vehicles parked on URI property.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use trip-planning apps like <a href=\"http:\/\/uri.transloc.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"http:\/\/uri.transloc.com\/\">TransLoc<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ripta.com\/tripplanner\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ripta.com\/tripplanner\/\">RIPTA\u2019s Trip Planner<\/a> to stay on schedule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>URI provides <strong>bike racks and <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/share\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/share\">EV charging stations<\/a><\/strong> around campus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build in buffer time<\/strong> around your commute to allow for traffic, weather, and finding parking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare for <strong>early morning or evening classes<\/strong> with a packed meal, layered clothing, and portable chargers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schedule study time or club meetings <strong>around your in-person class days<\/strong> to minimize extra trips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treat your <strong>commute as transition time<\/strong>: listen to podcasts, reflect, or decompress.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  \">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/visit\/maps-and-directions\/\">Maps &amp; Directions<\/a><br>Parking: <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/parking\/commuters\/\">Permits<\/a> <br><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/parking\/off-campus\/\">Satellite<\/a> \/\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/amp-park\/\">Hourly<\/a> Lots<br><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/parking\/rinec\/\">Parking in Providence<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/transportation\/share\/\">Sustainable Options<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>RIPTA<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ripta.com\/routes\/64\/\">64 | Newport\/URI Kingston<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ripta.com\/routes\/66\/\">66 | URI\/CCRI Warwick\/Providence<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ripta.com\/routes\/69\/\">69 | Narragansett\/Galilee<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ripta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Flex-203-Narragansett-v2-1.pdf\">203 FLEX | URI\/Narragansett\/South Kingston<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading fullwidth\"><strong>What items should I keep in my vehicle?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Consider carrying:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jumper cables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bucket of sand (traction aid)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shovel (for snow)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ice scraper and deicer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic tool kit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flashlight and flares<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blankets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Antifreeze and windshield wiper fluid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eating utensils and non-perishable snacks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change of clothes<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"dining\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Staying Nourished on (and near) Campus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Choose <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/meal-plans\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/meal-plans\/\">Your Meal Plan<\/a> Wisely<\/strong><br>URI Dining Services offers <strong>Campus<\/strong> (unlimited hall access + Dining Dollars) and <strong>Flex<\/strong> (select meals + Dining Dollars) plans. Commuters aren\u2019t required to pick a plan\u2014but they\u2019re encouraged to explore the benefits for convenience and value.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Order Ahead with <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/get-started-with-grubhub-campus-dining\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/get-started-with-grubhub-campus-dining\/\">Grubhub+ Student<\/a><\/strong><br>Use your free Grubhub+ Student account for on-campus mobile ordering via Grubhub\u2014choose pick-up times, skip lines, and pay with your meal plan, Dining Dollars, Ram Account, or credit card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramaccountaccepted\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramaccountaccepted\/\">Use Your Ram Account\u2014Anywhere!<\/a><\/strong><br>Every student ID card includes a &#8220;<strong>Ram Account<\/strong>&#8221; debit balance, usable on campus (retail outlets, vending, laundry, print) and at participating off-campus retailers in Kingston, Wakefield, and Narragansett.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enjoy a Variety of Dining Spots<\/strong><br>Options include:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All-you-care-to-eat halls: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/mainfare\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/mainfare\/\">Mainfare<\/a><\/strong> &amp; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/butterfield\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/butterfield\/\">Butterfield<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quick-service outlets: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/dailygrind\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/dailygrind\/\">Daily Grind<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/brooksidebistro\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/brooksidebistro\/\">Brookside Bistro<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/thecornerstore\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/thecornerstore\/\">The Corner Store<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/rhodymarket\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/rhodymarket\/\">PizzaXpress<\/a><\/strong> at Rhody Market, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramsden\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramsden\/\">Ram&#8217;s Den<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/rhody-eatz-academic-hours\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/rhody-eatz-academic-hours\/\">Rhody Eatz<\/a><\/strong>, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meet Dietary Needs with Ease<\/strong><br>Dining Services caters to <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/nutrition\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/nutrition\/\">various dietary preferences<\/a>\u2014vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free\u2014and offers nutritional information and <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/foodallergies\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/foodallergies\/\">allergen guidance<\/a>. Consult their registered dietitian if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save Time &amp; Money with Smart Strategies<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bring your own meals and use the <strong>commuter fridges and microwaves<\/strong> in the <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/universal-toolkit\/#lounge\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/commuter-housing\/commuter-affairs-update\/universal-toolkit\/#lounge\">Commuter Lounge<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/womenscenter\/about\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/womenscenter\/about\/\">Women\u2019s Center<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stretch your budget by packing snacks or leftovers instead of buying every meal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When finances are tight, visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/rhody-outpost\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/rhody-outpost\/\">Rhody Outpost food pantry<\/a><\/strong> for free essentials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/farmers-market\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/farmers-market\/\">URI&#8217;s Free Farmer&#8217;s Market<\/a> to access fresh, locally-grown produce from URI farms.  Follow&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/urifreefarmersmarket\/\">@urifreefarmersmarket<\/a>&nbsp;on Instagram for up-to-date news, weekly produce previews, and recipes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Discover Kingston Emporium<\/strong><br>Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/newram\/explore\/rest-stops\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/newram\/explore\/rest-stops\/\">local shops and restaurants at Kingston Emporium<\/a>\u2014many accept <a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramaccount\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/ramaccount\/\">Ram Account<\/a>, so your student ID goes a bit further.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>International markets in the Community<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Asia Grille Market (Providence)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Poblanita (Newport)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good Fortune Supermarket (Boston area)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local farmers&#8217; markets (Kingston, Wakefield)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Tips &amp; Reminders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/locations\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><p>Need a smoothie or coffee on the go? Visit retail spots right before class.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/dining\/meal-plans-for-fall25\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><p>Dining Dollars <strong>roll over from fall to spring,<\/strong> but not summer or beyond <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/campusid\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><p>Always use the <strong>Atrium Campus Connect app<\/strong> to manage your Ram Account and view meal balances.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"type-intro wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>URI Commuter Affairs<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udce7 Email: <a href=\"commuter-group@uri.edu\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"commuter-group@uri.edu\">commuter-group@uri.edu<\/a><br>\u260e\ufe0f Phone: 401\u2011874\u20112828<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This toolkit is a curated set of resources and essentials that help students who live off campus successfully navigate academic life, social engagement, and daily logistics, while feeling connected to their institution. 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