User Readiness and Implementation of Shared Electric Scooters on a University Campus: User Characteristics, Perceptions, Challenges, and Predictive Analysis

This study evaluates the readiness of the Louisiana State University (LSU) community to adopt shared electric scooters (e-scooters). A campus survey of 695 respondents captured demographics, trip patterns, safety perceptions, and attitudes. Exploratory factor analysis identified four latent constructs: perceived benefits, experiential intention (comfort/experience/future use), trip characteristics, and safety concerns. Users favored e-scooters for short trips because of speed, convenience, and affordability; comfort and positive past experiences were strongly associated with higher future intention. A binary logistic regression using the adoption-relevant factor (comfort, satisfaction) and recent riding frequency achieved 71% accuracy (recall=0.86; precision=0.74). Past-month frequency [odds ratio (OR)=1.71], satisfaction (OR=1.51), and comfort (OR=1.25) significantly increased the odds of near-term use. Policy recommendations include rider-comfort improvements (surface maintenance, fleet quality), targeted safety messaging and geofenced slow zones, and designated parking to reduce pedestrian conflicts. While based on data collected at LSU, the analytical framework and recommendations are transferable to large university campuses with similar operating conditions.