Our Mission
To empower bicycling and bicycle education in the UNL community.
Our Goals
- To develop and grow a strong bicycling community at UNL
- To facilitate bicycling advocacy and social events
- To promote bicycling on UNL's campus
- To promote and provide continuing bicycle education
- To pursue additional bicycling infrastructure
UNL is a Bicycle Friendly University
UNL honored as Silver Level Bicycle Friendly University by The League of American Bicyclists
Bicycle Friendly America℠ Program
The League of American Bicyclist's Bicycle Friendly America program provides a roadmap, hands-on assistance and recognition for states, communities, universities and businesses. The BFA℠ program is a tool for states, communities, business and universities to make bicycling a real transportation and recreation option for all people.
For more information on the Bicycle Friendly America Program, please visit The League of American Bicyclists' Website.
For more information on the League of American Bicyclists, click here.
The Essential Elements of a Bicycle Friendly America℠
According to The League of American Bicyclists, there are five essential elements to a Bicycle Friendly America℠, known as the Five E's.
- Engineering: Creating safe and convenient places to ride and park
- Education: Giving people of all ages and abilities the skills and confidence to ride
- Encouragement: Creating a strong bike culture that welcomes and celebrates bicycling
- Enforcement: Ensuring safe roads for all users
- Evaluation & Planning: Planning for bicycling as a safe and viable transportation option
Bicycle Friendly University Program
The Bicycle Friendly University (BFU℠) program recognizes institutions of higher education for promoting and providing a more bikeable campus for students, staff and visitors. The BFU program provides the roadmap and technical assistance to create great campuses for cycling.
UNL Bicycle Friendly Businesses
UNL Outdoor Adventures - Platinum
UNL Campus Recreation - Silver
Local Bicycle Friendly Organizations
Nebraska Cities
- Lincoln – Silver
- Omaha – Bronze
- South Sioux City – Bronze