Contact Us

Whether you're a future Cardinal, a current student, or a community member the department of Urban and Public Affairs is here to help you find the people and resources you need.

Contact Information

Phone number: 502-852-7906
Email address: upa@louisville.edu 

Hours of Operation

Monday–Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location & Directions

We are located in the northwestern section of campus at 426 West Bloom Street in the Old Standard Oil Building. Parking is available on Bloom Street, 5th Street, and Lee Street, but check signs for any permit or time requirements. 

Step-by-Step Directions

  1. Exit the parking lot toward W. Cardinal Blvd.
  2. Turn left on to W. Cardinal Blvd.
  3. Turn right onto Riley Avenue (at the UofL Planning Design and Construction building)
  4. Continue walking past the blue Faculty & Staff parking lot, and turn left onto W. Bloom Street
  5. The main entrance to the Urban and Public affairs building will be on your left.

Parking Information

The nearest paid parking is the University Parking lot at the southwest corner of Cardinal Blvd. and S. 4th St.

Accessibility

The Urban and Public Affairs building is wheelchair accessible from the west entrance. If you require any special accommodations, please contact our office in advance of your visit and we'll be happy to assist you.

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Mailing Address

Urban and Public Affairs Building (Old Standard Oil Building) 
426 W. Bloom St. 
Louisville, KY 40208 
(Building code: CO) 

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