Student Travel

Students traveling more than 25 miles from the UT Southwestern campus to activities or events organized, sponsored, and funded by the institution in a vehicle that the University owns or leases are subject to certain requirements in the UT Southwestern student travel policy, such as the required use of seat belts by all motor vehicle passengers, the prohibition of any alcohol or illegal substances, passenger capacity limitations, licensing and training of all vehicle operators, proof of insurance and vehicle inspection, and the legal operation of motor vehicles. Travel encouraged by student organizations is also covered by UT Southwestern policy. Reimbursement for travel from UT Southwestern funds, including student organization funds, is subject to UT Southwestern policies and procedures pertaining to the documentation of reimbursable expenses.