Off-Campus Service-Learning Experience
Duke Service-Learning Uber Account
Duke Service-Learning offers a shared Uber for Business account to support transportation to and from community partner sites. This account is funded by the Dean of Undergraduate Education and the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education.
The service is available to students enrolled in designated SLCE courses and is intended to reduce transportation barriers for community-engaged learning.
How Faculty Can Enroll Their Course
To set up Uber access for your course:
- Complete the course registration form
- Include the name and address of each community partner site
- If you have an SLA, you’re welcome to delegate this task to them
- Once your form is received, our team will:
- Confirm eligibility
- Enroll your course in the Uber system
- Send instructions to students
What Students Receive
Students enrolled in eligible courses will receive:
- A welcome email with instructions for using the account
- Approved pickup/drop-off campus locations
- Tipping guidance and use expectations
- Confirmation of eligibility based on the course roster
Faculty Responsibilities
Throughout the semester, Duke Service-Learning will:
- Share brief usage reports with faculty upon request
- Ask faculty to monitor for any unusual trends or overuse
- Invite feedback for continuous improvement
NOTE: Ride costs are covered by Duke Service-Learning through our Uber for Business account. This service is only available for shared rides to and from approved community sites.
Personal Vehicles
If you have access to a car and choose to drive or carpool to your service-learning placement, be aware that neither employees nor students are covered by the University’s auto liability insurance while operating their own vehicles. In case of an accident, your personal automobile liability and physical damage insurance would be the primary coverage, and this could impact your insurance rates.
Note: The University Safety Office and the Corporate Risk Management Office do not endorse or advocate employees using private vehicles while conducting University business, and it is important that all employees and students realize the risk involved.
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Public Transit
- GO Triangle
Explore Go Triangle for options on busses, rideshares, ACCESS transportation and other options. A trip planner is available directly through GO Triangle, or you may request personalized assistance with planning your route. GoDurham and GoTriangle routes are free until July 1, 2024! - 6 Bus
The 6 Bus runs from Flowers Drive on the Duke Campus to downtown Durham. See the 6 bus schedule and routes. - Robertson Express Bus
The Robertson Express Bus (RSX) operates when classes are in session, with rides between Duke and the UNC campuses.
NOTE: All Contract funding requests must be approved by Duke Service-Learning before booking. We may NOT be able to cover the total cost of concierge/contract requests.
If you choose to work with Triangle Bus Charters, Charlene's Safe Ride, Greenway Transit, or Carolina Livery, begin by obtaining a quote from the company and send it to us for pre-approval. If we approve your request, you will finalize the details for the contract and forward your invoice to Duke Service-Learning, attention Kathy Sikes - Kathy.Sikes@duke.edu
Duke Service-Learning will cover the cost of contract travel for group community visits.
Van Rentals: Please contact Duke Parking and Transportation to discuss options for rentals. If you choose to drive, you may be required to complete Passenger Van Driver Training.
Relevant policies in vehicle rentals: https://finance.duke.edu/insurance/vehicle/rentals
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Duke Service-Learning will not cover the costs of van rentals.