Founded in 2001, STRIPES has grown to become a staple of the University of Missouri and the city of Columbia. STRIPES, a safe ride program, stands for Supportive Tigers Riding In Pursuit of Ensuring Safety, and is supported by the Missouri Students Association.  

Mizzou Students who pay the student activity fee can link a Mizzou Uber account to their Uber app (similar to being logged into multiple Instagram accounts on one phone) to request a safe ride home 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 9 p.m.-2 a.m. on home football games during the fall and spring semesters. Each student will receive up to $15 per month to use on trips from downtown Columbia to their residence.

There are no questions asked; students are encouraged to request a ride for any reason. Whether a student is working late, on a bad date, or is unable to safely operate a motor vehicle, STRIPES aims to serve as a safe ride home. 

STRIPES is a partnership between the University of Missouri and Uber for Business and is funded by the  Missouri Students Association and private donors.