Laurie G. McGinnis
Associate Director, Center for Transportation Studies
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200 Transportation and Safety Building |
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612-625-3019 |
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Ms. McGinnis is currently the associate director at the University of Minnesota Center for Transportation Studies. She works closely with faculty and staff, funding organizations, and the Center's advisory committees to coordinate research conducted by academic departments, deliver technical assistance and training activities, and oversee the development of information products and services that support the Center's programs.
Prior to her work with the University, Laurie was a project manager and bridge designer at HNTB where she participated in the design of several bridges for state and local agencies. Laurie holds a BS degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Wisconsin, an MBA degree from the University of Minnesota, and is a registered professional engineer in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Nationally, Laurie is active in the Transportation Research Board where she chairs the Committee on the Conduct of Research and is a member of the Committee on Women's Issues in Transportation. She is also a member of Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) where she has held several positions on the national board.