On December 4, 2024, GoTriangle unveiled two specially wrapped buses to celebrate the 2029 World University Games, which will take place in the Triangle and Triad regions of North Carolina’s University Hub. The buses not only brought visibility to the Games but also highlighted the excitement of the local organizing committee and its partners as they prepare to host one of the world’s largest sporting events, connecting the Triangle region to the Piedmont.
The event featured speeches from:
- Brenda Howerton, Chair, GoTriangle Board of Trustees
- Scott Levitan, President & CEO, RTP
- Jing Zhao, Summer Games Director, FISU (World University Games Governing Body)
- Hill Carrow, Chair & CEO, 2029 World University Games Local Organizing Committee
- Wendy Coulter, CEO, Hummingbird Creative Group (creators of the bus artwork and brand identity)
GoTriangle Chairwoman Brenda Howerton (R) and 2029 World University Games Chairman and CEO Hill Carrow (L) unveil the first-ever GoTriangle wrapped buses at RTP’s Boxyard complex on December 4.
The bus wraps highlight the 2029 World University Games, the world’s largest sporting event, which will take place in North Carolina.
Jing Zhao, Summer Games Director for FISU (the governing body of the World University Games), joined as a speaker and featured guest alongside other FISU executives. She emphasized the critical role of public transportation in supporting the 2029 World University Games, which will bring together more than 7,500 university athletes from around the world to compete in 18 Olympic sports.
The wrapped buses are just the beginning of many activities planned over the next four years to celebrate the 2029 Games.
From July 11 to 22, 2029, North Carolina will proudly host the largest global sporting event of the year. This monumental gathering will bring together 7,500 athletes competing across 18 sports, along with 1,500 officials representing 150 nations. Broadcast worldwide, the event promises to captivate audiences on an international scale. Preparations are well underway, with organizations like GoTriangle and Research Triangle Park spearheading efforts to generate excitement and raise awareness as the countdown to the Games begins.
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Be a vital part of championing the world’s premier event for student-athletes! Bringing the 2029 World University Games to our state promises unparalleled economic advantages for our communities. Seize the chance to spotlight North Carolina on the global stage! Click below to explore the myriad of ways you can contribute and support the Games.
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