General
Where is Studebaker?
Studebaker is located at 615 West 131 Street, between Broadway and 12 Avenue, in the northeast quadrant of the proposed Manhattanville Campus in West Harlem. It's located a short four blocks from the 125 Street stop on the #1 train.
My move information isn't posted on this site. Where can I find it?
Information regarding the move to Studebaker is available in the Moving Instructions section of this site. CUIT is moving in June so their information has been posted first. Please know that as your department's move is finalized we will post your dates, moving instructions, procedures and all the information you will need to make your move efficient.
Will I keep the same telephone number when I move?
If your current prefix is 851 or 854 your number will remain exactly the same. If your current prefix is 870 your number will change. All numbers with the prefix 870 are owned by the Interchurch organization under a special, long-term contract and can not be transferred out of the Interchurch system. A committee is actively working on reassigning the 870 numbers. You will be provided with an updated directory as soon as it's available.
Parking
I do not currently have a University parking space. Can I apply for parking?
Officers of administration in grades 14 and above who live outside the borough of Manhattan are eligible for commuter parking privileges in the University’s parking facilities. As University parking is limited, we suggest that you apply as soon as possible. Parking applications are available online at http://www.columbia.edu/cu/ire/parking.html#app. The University Parking Committee generally meets monthly to review the parking wait list and make assignments based on the availability of parking spaces.
University parking is available in the IAB garage located at West 118th Street between Amsterdam and Morningside Drive under the School of International and Public Affairs at $158.62 per month or in the 560 Riverside Drive garage located at West 125th Street and Riverside Drive at $181.11 per month. Should you wish to be placed on the parking wait list for either facility, please let us know.
I currently have a University parking space in the Morningside area. Can I keep it?
Yes. If you already have a University parking space, you may keep it. However, please note that parkers at Interchurch must be Interchurch tenants. Therefore, if you are moving from Interchurch, you will not longer be eligible to park there.
Is there garage parking in Manhattanville?
Currently, there is no University commuter parking in Manhattanville. However, to accommodate University employees moving to Manhattanville, the parking garage at 635 West 131st Street has reserved spaces on a first come, first served basis for a daily fee of $9.00 or a monthly fee of $200 for a small vehicle and $230 for a large vehicle. You can contact Marcus, the garage manager, at (212) 368-2579 for parking or for more information.
What parking options are available?
Staff who are not eligible for parking may want to review the list of commercial garages in the area as well as New York City’s street parking regulations. A list of of commercial garages in the area is available to assist you in your search. Please note that this list should not be interpreted as a recommendation of these establishments.
I heard there is parking at Fairway. Is that true?
The parking lot at Fairway is for Fairway customers only. If you park at Fairway, you will most likely be towed at your own expense.
Transportation
How can I get to Studebaker using public transportation?
Studebaker is located a short four blocks from the 125 Street stop of the #1 train. The area is also served by the M4, M5 and M104 buses. The subway station at 125 Street and St. Nicholas Avenue hosts stops for the A, B, C and D trains.
I heard the Columbia Shuttle is going to expand its service. Is this true?
Yes, the Columbia Shuttle Bus will add a new route between Studebaker, the 125 Street and Broadway station (#1 train), the 125 Street and St. Nicholas Avenue station (A,B,C, and D trains) and the Morningside campus. The Studebaker Shuttle will run on a regular basis during the hours from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. A full route and schedule are available on the Transportation website.
Food
Will there be a cafeteria in the building?
Yes, there will be a small café on the ground floor. The Studebaker café schedule to open in the fall of 2007 will offer limited breakfast, lunch and snack items. In addition, your floor will have a large kitchen and lounge area with vending machines that will offer a variety of choices including a wide-variety of healthy snacks.
What about restaurants in the area?
There are 34 restaurants in the area and 19 of those will deliver to your desk at Studebaker. A full list of places to eat or order food is available in the Neighborhood Guide section of this website.
Safety
I've heard some people say they are concerned about safety. What can I tell them about security in the area?
The Manhattanville area is the seventh safest precinct of all New York City's 76 precincts. Columbia's Public Safety officers as well as New York City's police officers will have regular and active patrols in the area. In addition, there will be a number of emergency call boxes installed. After hours, Columbia's Public Safety department will offer personal transportation, on-call at 212-854-SAFE (212-854-7233). More information about that service is available on the Transportation website.
What about security in the building?
An officer for the University's Public Safety department will be located in the lobby of the building 24/7. In addition, there will be strict enforcement of checking staff identification and confirming registration of all guests.
