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Commuter Resources

Commuter Resources

Skip Stop Commuter Organization

Barnard College’s student organization for commuters was named after the now-defunct # 9 train (a.k.a. skip stop) which used to stop at 116th Street and Broadway. This group provides services to support commuter life at Barnard. Skip Stop hosts breakfasts, lunches, and snack breaks periodically in the Commuter Lounge.  Please feel free to stop by the Skip Stop Lounge, 103 Diana Center. Skip Stop Officers are elected on a yearly basis, each spring semester. The Officer Board is responsible for planning and implementing programs for the commuter community and oversees the use of the Commuter Lounge.

The advisor to Skip Stop is Noah Mullenix, who can be found in the Student Experience & Engagement (SEE) Office, 301 Diana Center. They are available to discuss, support, and implement programs for commuter students and put forward initiatives to support commuter students at Barnard.

Students may request access to the commuter lounge by completing the Skip Stop Lounge Access Request Form or by emailing campusaccess@barnard.edu.


Non-Residential Student Support & Off Campus Housing

The College offers continuous support of non-residential and commuter students via community engagement opportunities, informational sessions on renting in New York City and collaborations with campus and community partners. There is a dedicated Community Director available to support non-residential students as they acclimate to independent living and understanding campus resources. Students may email offcampus@barnard.edu for additional information. The College maintains a off-campus housing webpage that include resources to help you navigate looking for off-campus housing.

Commuter Lockers
During the 24-25 academic year, commuter lockers are temporarily out of service due to on campus construction. Commuter students may use available lockers in the Lefrak Center, located on the mezzanine level, just below the fitness center. Lockers are free and available for daily use only. Students must bring their own lock.

Computer Labs

The College's main computer lab, located in 307 Diana Center, houses PCs, Macintoshes, two scanners and printers. Full-time and part-time student staff are available to help students with questions, problems, and general support. Four smaller labs, open 24 hours a day, seven days a week during the academic year, are located in the residence halls:

  • Plimpton - off the Main Lounge
  • 616 W. 116th Street - off the lobby.

All computers in the labs provide access to Barnard College IT (BCIT)-supported software applications and to the Internet. All of the labs have printers.

Dining Options On Campus

All non-residential students are enrolled by default in the Convenience Points Plan (and may upgrade to a more comprehensive meal plan via the Meal Plan Change Form before each semester). For more information, please check out the dining options web information.

Students are able to use the Barnard Meal Plan via their Student ID card in locations across campus, including Liz's Place, Peet's Coffee, the Diana Cafe, and the Hewitt Cafeteria. Upgraded meal plans with meal swipes can also be used in Columbia cafeterias as part of the dining exchange. Review more information about the Barnard Dining options on the dining website.

Fitness & Wellness on Campus

Barnard students have a variety of options for staying active on campus. 

  • The Barnard Fitness Center is located on the first floor of Barnard Hall within the Francine LeFrak Center. This 4000-square-foot facility offers a wide range of cardio and strength training equipment, a functional fitness area and a dedicated space for stretching and floor exercises. Cubbies are available in the fitness center to store personal items during your workout. Please bring athletic footwear. 
  • Fitbear Group Fitness Classes are held on the lower level of Barnard Hall. Fitbear classes provide a variety of group workout options to suit any and all fitness levels. View the schedule and register for classes here.
    Both the fitness center and Fitbear classes are free for all current Barnard students, faculty and staff. Use IMLeagues to view hours, register for classes and sign-in to the fitness center.
  • Barnard students may also use Dodge Fitness Center on the Columbia campus.  There are Club Sports and Intramural Leagues open to all.


CARES (Community, Accountability, Response, and Emergency Services)

The CARES Safety Desk is located in 104 Barnard Hall.