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We organize a variety of events throughout the year, including guest speaker sessions, networking opportunities, social gatherings, and community service projects. By working closely with faculty, industry experts, and regional chapters, we strive to enhance the educational experience of our members and create valuable connections within the transportation field.

Our goal is to support and empower students in the fields of transportation engineering, planning, and technology. Through collaboration and shared experiences, we are shaping the next generation of leaders in transportation.

Current Officers

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WTS Free Membership 

Join WTS International for free and get all the benefits that come with it. Members receive access to a suite of tools to develop professionally, enhance leadership skills, and advance one’s career. Advance your career, strengthen your leadership skills, and impact the transportation industry with tools and networking with WTS International.

How to sign up? Click this link 

ITE Free Membership

The professional organization for transportation engineers is now offering free student membership for undergraduate and graduate students. If you have 3 minutes to spare and are at all remotely interested in transportation we encourage you to sign up on their website (https://www.ite.org/membership/become-a-member/join-ite/, making sure to select the UT Austin chapter). You’ll have access to ITE publications and updates on emerging trends and solutions in the world of transportation

Share your work with CTR! 

Please help CTR promote the work you are doing by sharing any of the following with CTRdocs@engr.utexas.edu or smcgavick@utexas.edu:

• conferences, lectures/webinars, or panels featuring you or other CTR faculty/researchers/students (both invitations beforehand and recordings after the fact
• articles, posts, or notable research or career updates from CTR students or graduates
• awards, fellowships, or other honors bestowed on CTR students
• events you’d like the community to know about, whether or not they’re CTR affiliated
• calls for papers, competitions, surveys, etc

If you are active on LinkedIn or Twitter, we would love to have you as a follower! We’ll be grateful for your help in promoting CTR, an effort that we hope will have positive effects on everyone associated with the Center, especially as you look to build careers in an increasingly digitally networked world.

Flagship Event

The University of Texas at Austin has established itself as a formidable presence in the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Collegiate Traffic Bowl, a competitive event that challenges students’ knowledge in transportation planning and engineering.

In 2014, UT Austin’s team clinched their first Grand Championship title at the ITE Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington. The team triumphed over strong contenders, including Penn State and the defending champions from the University of Florida, in a closely contested final round.

Building on this success, the Longhorns secured their second Grand Championship in 2019 during the 10th Annual ITE Collegiate Traffic Bowl Grand Championship. Demonstrating strategic prowess, UT Austin held their position with no wager in the final round, finishing with a score of 4,700 points to claim the title.

The Traffic Bowl has become a cherished tradition for UT Austin students, reflecting the university’s commitment to excellence in transportation engineering education. Each year, students eagerly participate in the competition, which offers a platform to apply their academic knowledge, engage with industry professionals, and foster camaraderie among peers. The event not only highlights the students’ dedication and expertise but also underscores UT Austin’s role in cultivating the next generation of transportation professionals.