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Staff and faculty take up the commuter challenge

So far, about 35 McMaster faculty and staff have registered for the Hamilton-Wentworth Commuter Challenge. The challenge, part of Canadian Environment Week, is aimed at encouraging a large number of people to leave the car at home and use alternative means of transportation for the week starting today (June 5). The prize is the distinction of being the region in Canada with the highest percentage of commuters. Cycling enthusiast Richard Day, academic director, Centre for Leadership in Learning, was among the first to sign up. Since he rides a bike to campus every day, he admits it's not much of a challenge. He says he registered to raise people's awareness of the value of alternative transportation. "It's all about consciousness-raising, making people think about their life choices." To register for the Commuter Challenge, click here