The Impact of Electric Scooters and e-bikes on Student Social Dynamics and Networking

The way we get around says a lot about us. It’s an extension of our personality, and for students, it’s a way to express our individuality. Whether we’re biking, driving, walking, or taking the bus, the way we get from A to B says something about who we are. And in recent years, a new mode of transportation has been taking campuses by storm: electric scooters and eBikes.

These new modes of transportation are having a big impact on the social dynamics and networking of students. For one, they’re increasing the number of interactions between students. When you see someone you know whizzing by on an electric scooter, it’s hard not to stop and chat. And because they’re so popular, there’s always someone to talk to about them. Whether you’re discussing the pros and cons of using them or just talking about your latest scooter adventure, electric scooters and eBikes are becoming a major part of student social interactions.

But they’re also having an impact on the way students network. In the past, if you wanted to meet someone new, you had to go out of your way to do so. But now, with electric scooters and eBikes, it’s easy to strike up a conversation with someone you don’t know. Just stop and ask them for directions or advice on where to find the best scooter parking spot. Before you know it, you’ll be exchanging numbers and making plans to meet up for coffee.

There’s no doubt that electric scooters and eBikes are having a big impact on student social dynamics and networking. And as more and more students start using them, we can only expect these effects to increase.

Jul 14, 2023