Thanks for all the advice. I didn't think about locking down the seat with a chain. I'll definately do that. The bike is going to be a SS with both brakes. I was going to collect a bike map and assorted recommended paperwork later this spring but thanks for reminding me. I'm not sure if she's going to commute on the bike initially or just use it for errands but I'll remind her to scout out routes before she needs to make it to class during the week on them. I was also going to include a heafty locking system and full instructions on how to use it since I'm paying for the bike.
About wheels, how hefty is hefty? 36 spoke 3 cross front and rear be about right or overkill? I haven't decided on hubs yet, I'm leaning toward something cheap and not flashy. Any suggestions (130 rear spacing)
Thanks for all the great advice. I'm going to visit her in the fall and I may plan my trip around the last friday of the month. Could be a good time.