Active Transport And Mobility On University Campuses: A Comprehensive Review Of Interventions And Travel Behaviors.

Abstract

The article addresses active mobility on university campuses, analyzing the factors that determine student mobility patterns and strategies to encourage its adoption. In recent decades, cities have faced challenges stemming from motorized transportation, which has driven a transition towards active mobility. University campuses emerge as key settings for promoting this mobility due to their high concentration of young people. However, there are barriers such as the lack of adequate infrastructure and the prioritization of private cars. A review of empirical studies published between 2018 and 2025 reveals that mobility patterns are influenced by individual factors (attitudes, perceptions), infrastructural factors (access to bike lanes and sidewalks), and institutional factors (university policies). Moreover, successful interventions include improvements in infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists, as well as economic incentives and technological programs to facilitate the adoption of active modes. The importance of a multidimensional approach that considers the specific characteristics of each campus is highlighted. Universities must adapt to local particularities and work together with governments to overcome structural barriers. In regions like Latin America, where research on this topic is limited, there is a need for efforts to implement active mobility models tailored to local realities. In conclusion, universities can be key agents in promoting more sustainable transportation, but this requires policies adapted to their specific contexts and increased investment in infrastructure.