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September 2009
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In this issue
‘Gridlock Buster’ gives students a chance to play traffic manager
A new online traffic control game developed by the ITS Institute is letting students try their hand at working in the engineering and transportation field.
Employers learn how to create an eWorkPlace
The University hosted a July event to help ignite business participation in eWorkPlace—an innovative program launched this summer in the Twin Cities.
Fall webinars scheduled
Streaming video of this fall semester’s CTS and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Institute research seminars will be available on the Web.
Save the date: CTS fall luncheon
CTS will hold it fall luncheon on November 10 in Minneapolis.
Oberstar previews policy plans for transportation, economic stimulus
During an August 5 talk at the University, U.S. Rep. James L. Oberstar previewed elements of the surface transportation funding bill being considered by the U.S. House of Representatives.
Study to look at improving mobility and access in Itasca County
The Humphrey Institute and CTS have received a grant from the Blandin Foundation to study transportation options for residents with limited resources in the Itsaca County area.
CTS Executive Committee updates
The CTS Executive Committee announced new members.
University to honor professor with lecture, scholarship
The University of Minnesota Department of Civil Engineering is honoring the legacy of the late Professor Robert Dexter.
Mark your calendar: ITS Minnesota Fall Forum
ITS Minnesota’s fall event will be held October 13 in St. Paul.