To: AU & WCL Students

From: Dan Nichols, Assistant Vice President, Risk, Safety, and Transportation Programs

Subject: U∙PASS Announcement for Fall 2020

Dear AU Students,

Due to the impact of COVID-19 on the DC community and area universities, WMATA is temporarily suspending the U∙PASS® Program for the fall 2020 semester. The U∙PASS® Program has become part of the AU student experience and we understand this decision affects the transportation options for students residing in the Washington, DC area. We consulted extensively with WMATA in pursuit of a modified program for the fall, but ultimately WMATA decided it was not a viable option. 

Previously issued U∙PASS® Program cards are no longer valid and new cards will not be issued this fall. Student accounts will be updated accordingly regarding the U∙PASS® Program fee.

The university will continue to work with WMATA regarding the status of the U∙PASS® Program for the spring 2021 semester. Decisions will be based on the evolving conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic and the operating status of WMATA and the university.

More information about WMATA’s service levels can be found on their website. If you have any questions upass@american.edu. We regret that the U∙PASS® Program will not be available this fall.

Sincerely,
Dan Nichols
Assistant Vice President, Risk, Safety, and Transportation Programs