Tag: public transit

Metro Myths Busted: What No One Tells You About Your First Time Riding Public Transit

September 19, 2024 by Brenden Thompson

Facing My Fears I’ll admit it—I had my doubts about public transit. In my head, it was confusing, dirty, unreliable, and filled with questionable people. These ideas kept me alone in my car, maneuvering through traffic during rush hour, determined ...

Creating Beauty with Transit

May 15, 2024 by Drefnie Limprivel

For me, fare cards represent more than just a way to pay for transit. My MetroCard for riding the NICE bus growing up in New York, then CharlieCard when I rode the MBTA during college stayed among the boring, everyday items needed every time I walked out the door, like my keys, ID, and wallet.

And the Oscar Goes to…

February 15, 2024 by Elaine Ferrell

I’ve never paid much attention to the Oscars, but I have noticed that public transit plays a leading role in many of my favorite movies. Despite which movies win Oscars this year, transit is always a winner! Here are some ways in which public transit has been in the spotlight.