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When you love transportation the way we do, you’re always on the move to learn more, share knowledge within the profession and stay on top of trends. See who's on the move and what's happening in the world of transportation through our News & Events. For real-time updates, follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or any of our other social media outlets.

What We’re Most Excited About For TRB 2019

Kittelson’s Brandon Nevers and Bastian Schroeder explain why we send so many staff to the Transportation Research Board’s annual meeting, what sessions we’re looking forward to, and how to maximize your experience as an attendee.

Kittelson Welcomes Glenn Rowe, Announces a New Office in Harrisburg

After a career at PennDOT that spanned 35 years, Glenn Rowe has joined the Kittelson team as our newest Senior Principal Engineer, and will lead Kittelson’s expansion into Harrisburg.

Kittelson a Finalist for TRB’s “Innovations in Transit Performance Measurement Challenge”

TRB’s Annual Meeting takes place in January every year, gathering 13,000+ industry professionals to discuss key topics and identify research needs. As part of the 2019 meeting, TRB introduced the Innovations in Transit performance Data Challenge, a contest aimed at advancing the use of data by transit agencies to inform decisions.

Biking to the Airport? Conor Semler and Other Business Travelers Lead the Way

The New York Times shares how Kittelson Associate Planner and other business travelers are avoiding traffic near airports: arriving by bicycle.

Complete Streets Seminar in Tucson and Phoenix

Kittelson offers two complete streets seminars in Arizona on December 11 and December 13, 2018. We’ll share best practices for planning, designing and implementing complete streets projects, and hold an open forum to hear about the challenges you’re facing.

Explore a Career in Transportation at our 2018 Webinar

Curious if transportation is the career for you? Register for our free webinar to learn how you can improve the safety, efficiency and equity of our communities. We offer two sessions: November 5 and November 13.

Celebrating 20 Years of Supporting Central Florida Communities

Join Kittelson’s Orlando office on Thursday, November 8, for an open house and lively discussion on topics impacting the future of transportation.

University Visits: How to Get the Most from Our Stop at Your School

Our university visits are an excellent opportunity for us to meet prospective interns and employees, and to explain the dynamic impact a career in transportation has on communities across the world.

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Kittelson Colleagues Celebrate Ron Failmezger’s Six Decades of Success, Impact on Emerging Professionals

Ron Failmezger celebrates his 25th anniversary with Kittelson and 60 years of working in the transportation profession.

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Class Is In Session for Kittelson Newcomers

The newest generation of SL1s met in Portland during the week of September 24, 2018, to put faces to names and enjoy a few days in the City of Roses.

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Walk/Bike/Places 2018

Kittelson staff traveled to New Orleans to present on data-driven approaches to multimodal planning, context-based complete street networks, the design and implementation of effective project evaluations, and systemic safety analysis.

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Intern Jamboree 2018

Kittelson’s 2018 summer interns gathered in July for a jam-packed week of camaraderie and thought-provoking discussions about the future of transportation.

Senior Principal Engineer John Zegeer Retires

John Zegeer—engineer who made a significant impact on both Kittelson and the transportation profession—brings to a close his 45-year career.

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Darren Hippenstiel Appointed ASCE Region 8 Governor

Kittelson congratulates Darren Hippenstiel, who begins his second term of service with the American Society of Civil Engineers Region 8 board of governors.

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Kittelson Charitable Foundation 2018 “Do Good Every Day” Gala Dinner

Join us August 15, 2018, for an evening of story and dance in celebration of the achievements of the Kittelson Charitable Foundation’s Rwandan scholars.

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La Center Interchange Wins 2018 DJC and APWA Awards

Kittelson interchange improvements project recognized for excellence in transportation and community impact.

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FHWA Issues New Approval for RRFBs

Scott Beaird and Lee Rodegerdts provide information and analysis on FHWA’s decision to terminate and then reissue interim approval of RRFB installations.

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Technology and Transportation Design: Abby Morgan on How We Can Move into the Future

Technology and transportation must collaborate if we are to solve critical problems through innovative thinking and implementation. Abby Morgan discusses how to move us forward at the Urbanism Summit on February 15, 2018, in Miami, Florida.

Anusha Musunuru, Ran Wei and Richard J. Porter receive award for TRB ANB20 2017 Young Researcher Paper Award

Anusha Musunuru, PhD, Awarded TRB ANB20 2017 Young Researcher Paper Award

Anusha Musunuru of Kittelson and co-authors Ran Wei and Richard J. Porter are recognized by TRB for their research in developing improved methods of statistical road safety modeling.

Systems Planning Shapes a Career—and a Mentorship Philosophy

Transportation Research Board TR News profiles the professional work and service of Kittelson senior principal engineer Brian Ray.

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Keeping Up with Kittelson at TRB

Nearly 40 Kittelson staff attended the Transportation Research Board’s Annual Meeting held in January 2018 in Washington, DC. See the events we presented and presided at—and join us for a slate of new topics next year!

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Kittelson Presents at 2017 “Focus on the Future” Conference

Kittelson’s Erin Ferguson, PE, and Dr. Abby Morgan, PE, discussed road safety and self-driving cars/mobility at “Focus on the Future,” a forum for California transportation agencies and professionals.

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Kittelson Internship Webinar 2017

Did you grow up fascinated with how people move around? If so, you’re talking our language. View our webinar to learn how Kittelson’s internship program can help you explore your interest in becoming a transportation professional.

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Brave New World: Hermanus Steyn on Connected Vehicles and the Built Environment

Will autonomous and connected vehicles bring utopia or a nightmare of zombie cars? Hermanus Steyn on roadways, urban streets and right-of-way considerations at the ASLA Annual Meeting and EXPO in Los Angeles.