Past Events

The Mineta Consortium for Transportation Mobility organizes or participates in several transportation-related events each year. These include national summits, regional forums, industry conferences, or special events and broadcasts. You can find leading transportation experts at all of these events, making them an excellent resource not only for professional and research insights, but also for networking.

Dates	Events
December 14, 2024	Hands-On Fix-a-Flat Workshop - Berkeley Public Library - Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell Street Berkeley, CA 94703 Bike East Bay hosted an interactive, hands-on workshop where participants reviewed the basic process of fixing a flat and inner tube patching, as well as strategies to avoid flats. *MTI was a proud co-sponsor of this workshop.
December 11, 2024	The French Case: Stations as City Boosters - Online On the Right Track: The Transformative Potential of Rail Discover the secrets behind over 50 years of global high-speed rail innovation in MTI’s newest webinar series! Explore station planning, station design development best practices, and groundbreaking projects from France, Germany, and Spain, featuring actionable insights from expert speakers. Join us as we explore how international high-speed rail success can guide U.S. professionals to shape the future of transit in our communities. This webinar series was co-sponsored by APTA High-Speed & Intercity Passenger Rail Committee, California High-Speed Rail Authority, High Speed Rail Alliance, and US High Speed Rail Association. Webinar #1 - The French Case: Stations as City Boosters Join Fabrice Morenon, PhD, Managing Director of French Railways international branch, as he explores how French rail stations serve as catalysts for urban and regional growth. Drawing on notable examples from stations in larger cities like Lyon and Bordeaux, as well as smaller cities like Besançon, Dr. Morenon will reveal how iterative design processes and public-private partnerships transform stations into powerful economic and mobility hubs. In the first of this webinar series, discover how French development principles can inspire high-speed rail success in the U.S. Featured Guest: Fabrice Morenon, PhD, Managing Director, SNCF Hubs & Connexions Moderator: Eric Eidlin, Station Planning Manager, City of San José Department of Transportation View Recording. View PDH Credit. About Fabrice Morenon, PhD Fabrice Morenon, PhD is the Managing Director of SNCF Hubs & Connexions, the arm of the French Railways that oversees the development of rail stations internationally. With a PhD in Economics and degrees from La Sorbonne and Sciences Po, his expertise spans station financing, development, and operations. Morenon is a Chevalier (Knight) of the French National Order of Merit, has been appointed French foreign trade advisor by the French Prime Minister, and was named Chairman of the sector “Station Managers Global group” at the International Union of Railways (UIC). Presenters: Fabrice Morenon, PhD & Eric Eidlin
December 6, 2024	COMTO Northern California - 21st Annual Scholarship & Industry Awards Gala - Oakland Marriott City Center, 1002 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607 The 21st Annual Scholarship & Industry Awards Gala, hosted by COMTO Northern California, brought together leaders, professionals, and champions in celebration of transportation. This gala was more than an awards ceremony. It celebrated the power of education, mentorship, and community as we honor the outstanding contributions of industry leaders and rising stars. COMTO Northern California is dedicated to breaking barriers and ensuring that the transportation industry reflects the diversity of our communities. This gala supported their mission to provide scholarships that empower students from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue their academic and career goals in transportation. *MTI was a proud Norman Mineta Scholarship sponsor.
December 5, 2024	Indigenous Placemaking - Studio on the Street (76 South First Street, San José, CA) IMS and the Mineta Transportation Institute hosted Clifford Gordon Atleo, Assoc. Professor of Resource and Environmental Management at Simon Fraser University to share his new work, a series of case studies on Indigenous Placemaking in Metropolitan Vancouver. A Ts’msyen (Kitselas/Kitsumkalum) and Nuu-chah-nulth (Ahousaht) scholar, Dr. Atleo studies Indigenous governance and self determination. *MTI was a proud co-sponsor of this event.
November 23, 2024	Biking in Wet Weather Workshop - Berkeley Public Library - Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell Street Berkeley, CA 94703 Riding comfortably in the rain can be easy and fun by planning ahead and using a bit of additional gear. At this free, in-person workshop Bike East Bay talked about: Seeing and being seen in the rain and low light conditions Equipment to consider Clothing and accessories options Keeping yourself and your bike clean How to improve bike handling and avoid crashes on wet streets *MTI was a proud co-sponsor of this workshop.
November 20, 2024	GIS Day 2024 - Studio on the Street (76 South First Street, San José, CA) Spatial Analytics and Visualtization Institute (SAVI) and the SJSU GIS and Drone Society celebrated National GIS Day with an afternoon focused on Data and Democracy. The event also included a student poster competition co-sponsored by the Public Interest Technology University Networks (PIT-UN). *MTI was a proud co-sponsor of this event.
November 20, 2024 to November 22, 2024	California Transit Association's 59th Annual Fall Conference & Expo - San José, CA California Transit Association's 59th Annual Fall Conference & Expo, hosted by VTA, was held on November 20-22, 2024, in San Jose. This is the transit conference for professionals of all levels – there really is something for everyone. Take a look at the full Agenda and note the plethora of networking opportunities, receptions, workshops, tours, and awards celebrations. *MTI was a proud partner of this event.
November 20, 2024	Connect for Your Career: An Introduction to Professional Associations in Transportation (2024) - Online WTS-SF Bay Area and the Mineta Transportation Institute (MTI) of San Jose State hosted this free virtual event "Connect for Your Career: An Introduction to Professional Associations in Transportation" that introduced university students and emerging professionals to transportation organizations that offer networking, professional development opportunities, and/or scholarship opportunities. Participating organizations include: American Planning Association (APA) American Public Transportation Association (APTA) American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Association for Commuter Transportation (ACT) Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Latinos in Transit (LiT) National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Transportation Research Board (TRB) US High Speed Rail Association (USHSR) Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) Young Professionals in Transportation (YPT) View Recording. View Slides.
November 13, 2024	Perfecting Your Scholarship Application (2024) - Online MTI Student Association hosted a free virtual event to learn tips for perfecting students' scholarship applications for a better chance at funding their education. Speakers joined from transportation associations such as the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO), California Transportation Foundation (CTF), and Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS). Attendees learned about each association's scholarship programs. *MTI was a proud co-sponsor of this event. View Recording. View Slide Deck.
November 7, 2024 to November 9, 2024	ACSP2024 Annual Conference - Seattle, WA The Mineta Transportation Institute, with SJSU's Department of Urban and Regional Planning, participated in the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning 2024 Annual Conference in Seattle. As one of the largest events of the year for planning academics and professionals, the ACSP Annual Conference attracts faculty, researchers, and students from across the United States and from 30+ countries worldwide. The ACSP Annual Conference is known for furthering the success of the academic planning community. Attendees had the opportunity to visit the Community Connection Café and learn more about MTI/SJSU authors. *MTI was a proud co-sponsor of this event.