A staggered set of signup dates will open Nov. 18 for University of Oregon employees who want renew or purchase parking permits for winter term.

Employees who drive to the Eugene campus can purchase a winter academic term parking permit online. Parking lots are divided into 10 zones by location, and permits are offered at three different price points.

Current fall permit holders can renew starting Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. During a "swap week" starting Nov. 25, permit holders who have not renewed their permit have the option to purchase a permit for any available parking zone. Sales to employees who currently do not hold a permit start Dec. 2.

Winter term permits become active Dec. 23. Payroll deduction and student billing will be available until Dec. 9 at 10 a.m.

Transportation Services encourages employees to consider free options of getting to campus if possible, including using Lane Transit District buses, walking or riding a bicycle. Bike registration is free and strongly encouraged. PeaceHealth Rides expanded their network to include bike share stations in Springfield.

To remove barriers to not having a car on campus, the UO offers an emergency ride home program in the event of a qualifying emergency. Another option is Duck Rides, a free transportation service operating from 6 p.m. to midnight while classes are in session.

—By Jennifer Archer, University Communications