Does commute influence post-secondary Students' social capital? A study of campus participation at four universities in Toronto, Canada

- We explored the correlates of students' campus participation decisions that may impact their social capital.
- The majority agreed that their commute discourages from coming to campus and joining campus activities or events.
- Commute time was negatively associated with campus participation.
- Transit riders were more likely to avoid coming to campus or partake in campus activities due to commute.
- Commute-related barriers to social capital were particularly prevalent in suburban locations.