Gonzaga University Health Ride Program
By: Libby Skiles, Health Center
For many years, the Health Ride program through the Student Health Center has assisted Gonzaga University students with transportation to and from healthcare providers. Please read the FAQs below to learn more about this valuable program for our Zags!
Types of Transport Available
Students may use the Health Ride for rides to healthcare appointments and for minor illnesses and injuries. Students with medical emergencies may not be transported by Health Ride. In these situations, students should call 911.
Transportation Distance
Transportation will be provided 5.0 miles from Gonzaga University (502 E. Boone). The majority of healthcare services in the Spokane area are within this radius.
Pick-up & Drop-off Locations
During the business day, students will be picked up at the Health Center (704 E. Sharp Avenue). During evening and weekend hours, students may be picked up in the Gonzaga University area (defined as Mission Avenue to the north, Ruby Street to the west, North Superior Street to the east, and the Spokane River to the south). When returning to campus, students may be dropped off at any area within this radius.
Reserving a Ride
You can call 509-313-5878 to reach the Health Ride Line. This line is answered 24 hours a day. For regularly scheduled healthcare appointments, please call during business hours.
Cost
For riders who only need a single trip, the cost is $7.50 each way ($15 total for a round trip). This may be paid at the Health Center when you arrive to be picked up for your trip. You can pay cash, credit, or charge to your student account.
For riders who will need a series of trips, you can purchase a Health Ride Punch Card. A Punch Card costs $18 for six one-way rides. By purchasing a series, the cost is reduced to $3 each way ($6 total for a round trip). Health Ride Punch Cards are transferrable, but non-refundable. In other words, you can share a Punch Card with your friends or your roommate.
Visit Limitations
There is no limitation for rides to healthcare appointments. Students are limited to two urgent care rides per year. If more than two rides are used for urgent care visits, students will be required to pay the same costs as outlined above. The Health Center will contact the student the business day following their visit to arrange for payment. This program is for currently enrolled Gonzaga University students.
Vouchers
When you are picked up by the driver, you will be asked to sign a Health Ride Voucher. This voucher serves as your receipt. The voucher also includes a release of liability that you are required to sign before taking the trip.
Questions or Concerns
Our goal is to provide a safe, affordable transportation option for Gonzaga University students. If you have questions, concerns, or suggestions, please contact Libby Skiles, Director of the Health Center at 509-313-4067.
More Information
For more information on the Health Ride program, visit: www.gonzaga.edu/Student-Development/Health-Center/HealthRide.asp
The Health Ride program is designed to provide students with a structured, safe, and affordable transportation option for their healthcare and wellness needs. This program, run by the Student Health Center, assists students by arranging taxis that will transport students to and from campus. More details are provided in the Frequently Asked Questions below.