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.
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January 31, 2025 to February 2, 2025 |
2025 ITE Western District Student Leadership Summit - Los Angeles, CA Institute of Transportation Engineers at UCLA hosted the 12th annual ITE Western District Student Leadership Summit. Students and transportation professionals from across the West Coast gathered for three days of learning, networking, and mentorship. The Summit was organized entirely by students and designed to develop the next generation of leaders in transportation. The three-day summit included a transportation career fair, field trips, panels, workshops, a gala dinner, and more. The SLS Organizing Committee aimed to build significant connections, facilitate mutual learning, and grow student leaders as they enter the industry. To learn more about this Summit, visit ITE at UCLA's website. *MTI was a proud co-sponsor of this event. |
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January 15, 2025 |
The Spanish Case: Transformacion Rápida - 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. Webinars include:
Webinar #2 - The Spanish Case: Transformacion Rápida In the second installment of the On the Right Track: The Transformative Potential of Rail series, international rail expert Eduardo Romo examined how high-speed rail has transformed Spanish society and its economy. Although Spain began developing high-speed rail later than some countries, it now boasts the most track mileage in Europe and the second most in the world. Romo discussed the key factors behind Spain’s rapid adoption, as well as the opportunities and challenges high-speed rail presents to cities of all sizes. The session also offered valuable insights into what Spanish high-speed rail can teach professionals in the United States. Featured Guest: Eduardo Romo, Principal, Technology for Railways and Engineering Solutions (TRES, LLC); President, Fundación Caminos de Hierro Moderator: Eric Eidlin, Station Planning Manager, City of San José Department of Transportation View Recording.View PDH Credit.About Eduardo RomoEduardo Romo is an international expert in railway systems with over 35 years of experience carrying out more than 100 railway projects. As a senior rail engineer he has led the planning and design of a number of sections and components of more than a dozen high-speed rail lines in Spain, other European countries, and the United States. Now based in Oakland, he is Principal at Technology for Railways and Engineering Solutions (TRES, LLC), President of non-profit Railways Expertise Centre Fundación Caminos de Hierro, Vice Chairman of UIC Intercity and High-Speed Committee, and Coordinator of Organizing Committee for International Conference on Engineering for HSR. Presenters: Eduardo Romo & Eric Eidlin |
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January 5, 2025 to January 9, 2025 |
TRB Presentations 2025 MTI Research Associates and affiliated researchers will be presenting at the 104th annual meeting of the Transportation Research Board. This event attracts thousands of transportation professionals from around the world. The meeting program covers all transportation modes, with sessions and workshops addressing topics of interest to policymakers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives of government, industry, and academic institutions. Listed below is a summary of many of the presentations, workshops, and poster sessions where MTI researchers will be showcasing their research. If you are planning to attend the annual meeting, check out these sessions!
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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. |
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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. Webinars include:
Webinar #1 - The French Case: Stations as City Boosters In the first webinar of the series, Fabrice Morenon, PhD, Managing Director of the international branch of French Railways, explored how French rail stations have served as catalysts for urban and regional growth. Drawing on notable examples from major cities such as Lyon and Bordeaux, as well as smaller cities like Besançon, Dr. Morenon highlighted how iterative design processes and strategic public-private partnerships have transformed stations into powerful economic and mobility hubs. The session demonstrated how French development principles can inspire high-speed rail success in the United States. 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, PhDFabrice 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 |
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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. |
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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. |
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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:
*MTI was a proud co-sponsor of this workshop. |
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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. |
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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:
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