Commuter Students

We strive to make campus feel like a home away from home for all students — including those who live off campus. From becoming part of our close-knit community to discovering places to hang out between classes, there is always something for you to do at AU.

Commuter FAQs

Where can I hang out between classes?

Whether you’re looking for somewhere to take a break, grab a bite to eat, or spend time with friends, we’ve mapped out a list of helpful places to know around campus.

  • Alumni Hall
  • Dunham Hall Atrium
  • Hill Center for Student Success
  • Hill Welcome Center
  • Institute for Collaboration/Crimi Atrium
  • John C. Dunham Hall
  • Phillips Library
  • Wackerlin Center for Faith and Action
  • Wellness Center
  • Alumni Hall
  • Dunham Hall
  • John C. Dunham Hall
  • Phillips Library
  • Spartan Spot (Stephens Hall)
  • Tru Blu Coffee (Institute for Collaboration)
  • Spartan Spot (Stephens Hall)
  • Tru Blu Coffee (Institute for Collaboration)
  • Tru Blu Dining (Alumni Hall)
  • Eckhart Hall
  • Hill Center for Student Success*
  • Institute for Collaboration
  • Phillips Library
  • Spartan Spot (Stephens Hall)
  • Wackerlin Center for Faith and Action*
  • Wellness Center*

*Free beverages and/or snacks available daily.

  • Dunham Hall
  • Spartan Spot (Stephens Hall)
  • Tru Blu Coffee (Institute for Collaboration)
  • Wellness Center
  • Fitness Center (Jenks Hall)
  • Weight Room (Alumni Hall)

Click here to view the current hours for the weight room and fitness center.

Note: Varsity athletic teams will have scheduled lifting times throughout the day, which will be posted by the weight room. Athletes will have priority during that scheduled lifting time, and all students will be able to utilize equipment during open lift periods.

Where can I park on campus?

We encourage all students to use the free parking lots and garage located on campus. All vehicles that utilize parking areas on campus must be registered with Campus Public Safety (CPS) and display an Aurora University parking permit. Be sure to familiarize yourself with parking restrictions to avoid citations.

How can I get involved on campus? 

Whether it’s joining one of our 50+ student organizations or attending on-campus events, there are plenty of ways for you to get involved on campus. Looking for a part-time job? Consider working on campus

What are my dining options?

To help you save money and have convenient meals on campus, we offer meal plan options specifically for commuter students to use at Tru Blu Dining, the Spartan Spot, and Tru Blu Coffee. You can also purchase a fresh meal from the Farmer’s Fridge in Dunham Hall or traditional vending machine snacks at locations throughout campus.

Spartan Tip: You may often find free snacks, coffee, and other beverages in the Hill Center for Student Success and Wackerlin Center for Faith and Action.