Winter Parking
Winter brings extra challenges for parking on campus. From snow removal operations to keeping vehicles running in subzero temperatures, these guidelines will help you stay parked safely and avoid citations during the winter.
Motorcycles Winter Parking Notice
We value those who commute to campus by motorcycle. Winter motorcycle commuting is allowed; however, motorcycles may not be stored or left overnight on campus in parking lots or the parking ramp.
Annual reminders will be shared each October with motorcycle permit holders. For questions or assistance, please contact Parking Services.
Winter Break Parking
If you plan on leaving campus for winter break and will not be taking your vehicle, UND offers the following parking options based on your parking permit.
Overnight Permit Holders
Permit holders with an overnight "O" permit can leave their vehicle in the assigned overnight lot for the duration of winter break. Prior to leaving for break please make sure that the license plate that is facing the driving lane of the parking lot is visible and clear of snow.
Parking Ramp
Any UND permit holder may choose to also utilize the parking ramp as a sheltered location to park their vehicle. The cost is $7 per day (excluding weekends or university holidays). Payment for long-term sessions can be made at the pay stations located on the first and fourth floor of the southwest tower of the parking ramp.
Snow Removal from Parking Lots
UND works to inspect and clear snow from all sidewalks and parking lots throughout the winter each day throughout the campus with the goal of completing the snow removal process by 12 p.m. the day following the snow event occurring.
Within UND parking lots, the UND Snow Removal crews will clear the driving lane of the parking lot of snow. Depending on snow amounts, there may be a ridge of snow behind your vehicle that you may need to drive over to get out of the parking stall. If your vehicle becomes stuck on a ridge between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to contact Parking Services for assistance.
Full Lot Clearing
After heavy snow fall or during academic breaks, UND will attempt to remove as much snow from parking lots as permitted. Notification of a lot closure due to snow removal will be sent in advance and parking alternatives will be arranged for those in the affected zone or parking lot during the closure.
Reporting Unsafe Conditions in Parking Lots
If you notice icy or slippery areas within a parking lot, please report them as soon as possible by contacting UND Parking Services at 701.777.3551 or by emailing parking@und.edu with the location and a brief description of the issue.
Vehicle Motorist Assistance
UND offers vehicle motorist assistance year-round to help students, staff and faculty with basic vehicle issued on campus. This is a joint program with UPD and UND Parking Services that is provided at no cost to the UND community.
Services Offered
- Vehicle Jump Starts
- Vehicle Lockouts
This program does not provide towing, tire changes, or fuel delivery. For those needs, contact a local towing or roadside service provider.
Requesting Assistance
To request motor assistance, please contact UPD at 701.777.3491. Please provide the following information so that officers can locate the vehicle as quickly as possible:
- The parking lot that the vehicle is located in. Please include the zone or general area for bigger parking lots
- Vehicle make
- Vehicle model
- Color
- License Plate
Transit Resources
Whether you're heading across campus or across town, the Grand Forks Cities Area Transit (CAT) provides free, reliable transportation for UND students, staff, and faculty. Simply swipe your UND ID card when boarding any CAT bus.
On-Campus
CAT operates the shuttles on campus making it easy to travel between key locations on campus without having to warm up your car. Routes serve major academic buildings, residence halls, and popular campus hubs such as:
- Memorial Union
- Chester Fritz Library
- Wellness Center
- Wilkerson Complex
- Odegard Hall
Key Details
- Free With UND ID: Simply swipe your UND ID card when boarding the shuttle.
- Live Tracking: Track the shuttles in real-time using the CAT Prowler app which can be downloaded from either the iOS App Store or Google Play Store.
- Hours of Operation:
- Daytime Service: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Nighttime Service: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
(Service hours may vary during breaks or campus closures)
- Accessibility: All CAT shuttles are ADA-accessible. Learn more about accessibility features and accommodations on the CAT Accessibility page.
Off-Campus
The CAT system also connects UND to the broader Grand Forks and East Grand Forks area, providing access to shopping, dining, housing, entertainment venues, and the downtown area.
Several CAT routes include stops on or near campus, offering quick connections between UND and nearby locations.
Learn more about off-campus routes that connect to the campus on the CAT On-Campus Service page.