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Pierpont Commons

Pierpont Commons is the hub of north campus, Find out more on the Pierpont site!

 

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Watch Out for the Bonus Bus!

Any Day, Any Time, Any Prize! Bonus Bus is our take off of the TV series Cash Cab. Taking place ONLY on the Diag to Diag route, this spontaneous event can happen at any time. Prizes could include gift certificates, water bottles, tee shirts and more. Watch a video of a Bonus Bus happening here.

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Pierpont Commons - Your Student Union on North!

Pierpont serves as the main resource center for North Campus featuring a variety of eateries, retail services, meeting and gathering spaces, study areas as well as events and activities from University Unions Arts and Programs. It’s a dynamic place, always adjusting to best serve the needs of the ever growing North Campus community.  Pierpont is home to various vendors and retail operations including a UM Credit Union, ATMs, a bookstore, a convenience store and a variety of food choices. To fuel students as they study, some of the eateries at Pierpont are now open later.

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North Campus Transportation

Getting to and from North Campus is easy! University buses run between all four campuses every ten to fifteen minutes. They can only stop at designated bus stops, so look for a blue sign with a yellow bus icon to find a stop.  To find out when the next U-M bus will arrive at your stop, visit  the Magic Bus website or m.mbusreloaded.com from your mobile device to see when the next bus will be arriving at your stop.

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North Campus Transportation Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Pierpont Commons from North Campus housing?

  • Best option from 7:30 a.m.-10:55 a.m.: Take the Northwood Express from your residence to Pierpont. Stops are on Murfin north of Hubbard, at the Fire Station, on Bishop St, on Cram Circle, on Hubbard near Cram Circle and on Hubbard near Murfin.
  • Other times: Take the Northwood or Bursley-Baits buses from your residence or Bursley to Pierpont.

How do I get to the Michigan Union on Central Campus from North Campus?

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Late Night Transportation

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If you are traveling to and from North Campus late at night, there are several options available to ensure you arrive safely:

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