In Transit [Feature] - Post-Magazine

in transit [feature] - Post-Magazine

"Where are you guys from? Oh yeah, our rail system's shit."When you get lost on the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, commonly known as "SEPTA," there is no shortage of Philadelphians willing to try to direct you. In the span of one short misadventure (getting off a stop early at 30th instead of Jefferson), my friend Magdalena and I were approached by four different strangers offering directions. They had overheard us strugglin…

How Philadelphia local news has covered the SEPTA cuts, fallout, and lawsuit

On August 24, after months of hesitation and inaction on the state budget due to ideological differences, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Agency (SEPTA) implemented the first round of steep cuts to buses, trains, and trolleys in the region to address a funding shortfall.  The SEPTA cuts have been described as a disaster for workers and families across the greater Philadelphia area, an unfortunate consequence of Republican State Sena…

Villanovans Should Care About SEPTA Budget Cuts

Although Villanova is located in the suburbs, Philadelphia is a short 12 miles away. Students frequently flock to its popular sites for basketball games, concerts and good memories. Although it’s so close, students still need a cost-effective way to get there. Some Villanova students have cars or use Uber, but the SEPTA (South Eastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority) stations located on South and West Campuses offer quick transportation to…