This purpose of this study is to evaluate how many cities in Northern European have adopted innovative tactics to foster an inviting cycling... » More

This purpose of this study is to evaluate how many cities in Northern European have adopted innovative tactics to foster an inviting cycling community and how transferrable these approaches are to college campuses. Current research reveals that these European cities have made cycling an effective mode of personal transportation through pro-bike policies, strong bicycle infrastructure, and programs that work to increase ridership. Among the various conveniences of bicycle activity, the focus regards utility cycling—bicycling for transportation purposes rather than for recreational sport and fitness. Using UCSD as a case study, this research involved discussion regarding the success of such European cycling measures and how these ideas have been or could be applied around campus. Evidence is based on a culmination of extensive observations, personal experiences, interviews and encounters along my travels around Northern Europe and as an undergraduate attending UCSD. Over the course of this project, the key to encouraging more ridership around campus is a strong transportation infrastructure that tackles and reinforces the safety, convenience and attractiveness of cycling. This research will contribute to the literature on sustainable transportation planning in the hope of creating stronger bicycle communities. It offers a set of guidelines and suggestions for UCSD to consider when planning for a more bicycle-friendly campus.

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