In recognition of Women鈥檚 History Month and Irish and Greek American Heritage Months, we鈥檙e exploring how culture, history and leadership influence transportation, from global examples to the people doing this work on campus every day.
馃嚠馃嚜听Did you know?
In Ireland, biking isn鈥檛 just for recreation. It鈥檚 a common way people commute to work and school, especially in cities like Dublin, where bike鈥憇hare and protected bike lanes are part of everyday travel. Many Irish cities are designed for short trips on foot, making walking one of the most popular and practical ways to get around.
馃嚞馃嚪听Did you know?
In Greece, modern transit projects often uncover ancient roads and ruins鈥攕ome metro stations even display archaeological finds right where people catch their train. From ancient city paths to today鈥檚 streets, transportation in Greece has long been about connecting people and public spaces, not just getting from point A to point B.
Women Leading Transportation at 小黄书: Liza Stifter
If you鈥檝e ever wondered who helps keep driving on campus safe and straightforward, that work often leads back to Liza Stifter. As 小黄书 Boulder鈥檚 Transportation Safety, Compliance and Training Manager, Liza helps make sure people who drive on behalf of the university know the rules, feel prepared, and have clear guidance if something goes wrong.
Liza works behind-the-scenes on things like authorized driver guidance, safety training, and accident procedures, updating our website and helping turn complicated policies into information that鈥檚 easier to understand and use. Her work helps reduce confusion, support safer decisions, and keep campus moving smoothly. You might not always see it, but her impact is felt every day across 小黄书 Boulder.
