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News and Current Events
Parking regulations are enforced year-round, including summers and semester breaks.
Parking Lot Opening
In the coming weeks, parking lot M47, located between the Watterson Dining Center and the Alamo II book store, will re-open after undergoing resurfacing this summer. To pay for parking in the lot, individuals can pay at one of two multi-space pay stations or using a mobile app.
Parking using the pay stations:
1) Visit the pay station located within the lot.
2) Enter the parking space number. This number is located on the sign in front of the parking space.
3) Enter payment. The pay station accepts bills, coin and credit card.
4) Please return to your vehicle prior to the time expiring. You may also extend your time by visiting the pay station, or using the Passport Parking app.
The lot is 1 hour parking only. The hourly rate is $1/hour.
Parking using the Passport Parking app:
1) Download the app on your Android or iOS device.
2) Create a free account using your phone number or email address.
3) Add a credit card to your account.
4) Enter the zone number. The zone number for ISU is 61790.
5) Enter the parking space number. This number is located on the sign in front of the parking space.
6) Select payment method.
7) Return to your vehicle or extend your parking time using the app.
The lot is 1 hour parking only. The hourly rate is $1/hour. You may extend your parking session for an additional 1 hour using the Passport app.
A video showing how to use the Passport app can be found below:
A video showing how to use the Cale pay stations can be found below:
Commuter and Residence Hall Parking Changes
For the 2017-2018 Academic year, the following changes have been made to existing parking lots to better accommodate commuter and residence hall students.
- The S67 parking lot has been converted to a commuter lot, creating 90 additional commuter spaces on north campus.
- The top level of the South University Street Garage has been converted to residence hall only parking, creating an additional 200 residence hall parking spaces on campus.
Connect-Transit Mobile App
Follow the Connect-Transit shuttle in real time with the Connect-Transit mobile app. You can download the new app by searching Connect Transit in the App Store or Google Play.
Smoke-and Tobacco-Free Campus - July 1, 2015.
In compliance with the State of Illinois' Smoke-Free Campus Act, Illinois State University will become smoke and tobacco-free on July 1st. With the enactment of this new law, smoking and tobacco use will be prohibited on all campus property, including buildings, grounds, parking lots, and vehicles that are owned or operated by a state-supported institution of higher education.
How does this act affect the campus transients? Smoking and tobacco use in private vehicles is allowed in unenclosed parking lots; however, smoking and tobacco use outside of vehicles in university owned or operated parking lots is prohibited. Parking garages are considered enclosed structures where smoking is prohibited.
A list of frequently asked questions regarding this act can be found by following the link below:
Wellness.IllinoisState.edu/living/tobacco/faq.shtml
The Smoke-and Tobacco-Free Campus Act is available by following the link below:
Fall 2017
Bone Pay Lot
Fall Semester Hours of Operation (August 18 - December 15):
Monday - Thursday: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hourly parking rates are $1/hr. Exiting after hours will result in a no charge exit.
South Garage Pay Lot
Fall Semester Hours of Operation (August 18 - December 15):
Monday - Thursday: 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
Hourly parking rates are $1/hr. Exiting after hours will result in a no charge exit.
Open Parking Dates
September 4 (Labor Day)
Parking and Transportation Rules and Regulations Brochure
A copy of the 2017-2018 Parking Rules and Regulations brochure can be downloaded here.
Parking Permit Cost Comparison
Curious how Illinois State University parking permit rates compare to other universities in Illinois? A cost comparison chart can be found here.