Policies

Shuttle Policy For Farmingdale State College

Policy Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to establish procedures for, and expected standards of conduct when, using the Farmingdale State College (FSC) campus shuttle.

Persons Affected

Faculty, Staff, Students, Third-Parties

Policy Statement

The Farmingdale State College (FSC) Campus Shuttle provides safe, accessible, and reliable transportation between the main campus, the Farmingdale Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) station, and the FSC Aviation Flight Center. The service is supported by the Student Transportation Fee and the Student Government Association (SGA).

The shuttle is wheelchair accessible. Boarding is subject to the following priority guidelines:

• Students: Registered students with a valid, unexpired, FSC ID have primary use of the shuttle and priority boarding at all times.
• Faculty and Staff: Current faculty and staff members with a valid FSC ID may use the shuttle, provided space is available after all students have boarded.
• Guests: Guests may use the shuttle only if accompanied by a current FSC student with a valid, unexpired ID, and only if space remains available.

Passengers are considered to be on college premises while on the shuttle, students and their guests must adhere to the Student Code of Conduct. Noncompliant faculty and staff may be reported to the Office of Human Resources. In accordance with the Tobacco Use Policy, smoking, vaping, and the use of all tobacco products are strictly prohibited inside the shuttle and at all shuttle stops.

To ensure a safe and respectful environment for all, passengers must:

• Follow all instructions provided by the shuttle operator.
• Use headphones when listening to music, watching videos, or playing games and cell phone conversations should be kept brief and at a low volume to maintain a professional environment.
• Keep aisles clear of bags and personal belongings.
• Yield seats to passengers with disabilities or those with limited mobility.
• Not use offensive or derogatory language toward the driver or other passengers.
• Use spill-proof, resealable containers for beverages. Eating on the shuttle is discouraged to maintain cleanliness.

The shuttle operator and University Police have the authority to deny boarding, refuse service, or remove any passenger who violates the standards of conduct outlined in this policy or if the shuttle is at capacity.

The shuttle operates Monday through Friday during the Fall and Spring semesters when classes are in session and during College sponsored special events. Service is suspended on weekends, during winter/summer breaks, and when classes are canceled due to weather. Real-time location updates are available through the FSC Shuttle Tracker.

The College strives to maintain the published shuttle schedule; however, service is subject to traffic, weather, emergencies, and campus events. Shuttle arrival and departure times are estimates. The College reserves the right to alter routes, stops, or schedules at any time without prior notice to accommodate campus events or emergencies.

The College is not responsible for delays caused by traffic congestion, road construction, inclement weather, or mechanical issues. The College is also not liable for any missed connections (including LIRR trains), appointments, or classes resulting from shuttle delays or cancellations.

For questions or comments regarding the shuttle service, email shuttle@farmingdale.edu.

Procedures

1. All passengers must present a valid, unexpired, Farmingdale State College ID card upon request by the shuttle operator.ID cards are non-transferable and must be used only by the person to whom they were issued.
2. It is recommended to arrive at the stop 5–10 minutes before the scheduled departure. Students with a valid, unexpired FSC ID will be allowed to board the shuttle first on a first come, first served basis. Faculty, staff, and guests must wait until all students have boarded.
3. Students who forgot or misplaced their ID may be permitted to board the shuttle as a courtesy at the discretion of the shuttle operator. Repeated failure to present a valid, unexpired, ID may result in denial.
4. Lost or stolen IDs should be reported immediately to the University Police Department.

Definitions

FSC ID: Official Farmingdale State College Identification Card issued by the University Police.

Shuttle Operator: Individual driving the FSC campus shuttle.

Student: persons registered for courses, either full time or part time, pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or professional students, as well as non-degree seeking students, including between academic terms; taking online classes; auditing classes.

Responsible Office

Office of Student Affairs

Policy History

Approval Date: 5/5/2026