Citizens Transit Academy

Greenlink's Citizens Transit Academy is a free, six-week program designed to offer Greenville County residents a unique opportunity to learn about public transportation and the opportunities and challenges facing Greenlink. 

Apply for the 2024 class via the online application. 


Up to 18 people will be selected from the pool of applicants and classes will be held on Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The 2024 class schedule is below:

2023 Schedule

Date Topic
January 9, 2024 Introductions, CTA overview and Greenlink services
January 16, 2024 Operations and safety, Transit Center tour and technology
January 23, 2024 Finances, capital needs and maintenance facility discussion
January 30, 2024 Service change procedures, bus stops and route planning
February 6, 2024 Transit Development Plan and other community efforts
February 13, 2024 Group takeaways and graduation

Graduates of the Citizens Transit Academy will be recognized as knowledgeable representatives for public transit and encouraged to serve in leadership roles and seek opportunities to engage the community in conversations about transit.

The deadline to apply is Tuesday, October 31 at midnight.

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