UPDATED 9/19/25
OCTOBER IS SAFETY MONTH
In real life, there’s no reset button. This safety month, take your time and make smart moves. Whether you’re biking, scooting or power walking to class, following the rules helps everyone get where they’re going safely.
Level up campus road safety today:
- Review the safety guidelines for driving, biking, scooting and walking on campus. Pro-tip for drivers: Power up by checking the campus bike lane guidelines before you hit the road.
- Check out events, demos and giveaways all October long.
- Take the pledge–unlock the achievement of safer roads for all!
Remember, Terps: walk, ride or drive we all share the road!
TAKE THE PLEDGE & WIN!Take the pledge to share the road and be entered into a raffle! Enter to win $125 for The University Book Center (one-time purchase). Additional prizes for runners-up. |  |
Safety Month Events
This month, join us for giveaways, fun events and some great tips to help you stay safe while getting around campus.
Kick-Off Event: Gear Up!
Tuesday, October 7 | 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | STAMP, SE Entrance | Giveaway: Helmet & Water Bottle
Stop by our Safety Month kick-off event to grab a free helmet or water bottle!
We Didn’t Start the Fire: Ice Cream Social with the UMD Fire Marshal
Thursday, October 9 | 2 p.m. –3:30 p.m. | DOTS Front Lawn | Giveaway: Ice Cream
Drop by and chat with the UMD Fire Marshal for free ice cream. Learn more lithium-ion batteries inside your e-micromobility devices and how to keep them safe and in good condition.
RecWell Glow Ride
Friday, October 17 | 7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | RecWell Bike Shop | Giveaway: Bike Lights | Register
Join the Adventure Program for an evening bike ride. We will decorate our bikes with lights and glow sticks, and then ride out to Lake Artemesia (approx. 3 miles via paved trails, we will not ride in http://activeterp.umd.edu/traffic). No bike? No problem, you can rent a bike from the RecWell Bike Shop for this event, or choose to scoot using Veo. Helmets are required when riding bikes and micromobility vehicles.
RSVP required.
Be a Bike-Friendly Driver
Thursday, October 23 | 2 p.m.–4 p.m. | Lot 9b | Giveaway: Commuter Snack Bag
Stop by our table in Lot 9b on your way home for a commuter snack and some tips on navigating alongside our campus bike lanes.
Helmet Giveaway with Veo
Monday, October 27 | 2 p.m.–3:30 p.m. (or while supplies last) | DOTS Front Lawn | Giveaway: Helmet
Ride safe and in style! Veo is handing out free and fashionable helmets to help you protect your shell on the go. Stop by while supplies last!
Farmer's Market Flat Fix Demo & Bike Blender
Wednesday, October 29 | 11 a.m. -1:30 p.m. | Tawes Plaza | Giveaway: Patch Kit & Smoothies
Learn how to fix your bicycle’s flat tire and perform a pre-ride safety check with the help of the RecWell bike shop’s mechanics! Make a delicious smoothie using our pedal-powered bike blender.