Mid-America Transportation Center

In 2006, 2011, and 2016 MATC won the US DOT competition for the Region VII University Transportation Center.

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Thank you to our partners for making the MATC STEM Academy possible through their time, expertise, and support. Their collaboration created impactful, hands-on learning experiences that inspired the next generation of STEM leaders!

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On the final day of the STEM Academy, students visited @UNL_Lib where they learned how to map the plants in UNL's Indigenous Garden with Dr. Gabriel Bruguier.
Students completed the program and left with new skills, connections, and insights into future careers!

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Students spent Day 4 of the STEM Academy exploring @OmahaZoo, experiencing science in a real-world setting. The day concluded with a formal dinner at @MorrillHallUNL featuring Dr. Jennifer Nelson and a chance to explore the museum!

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MATC STEM Academy Day 2 was hands-on lab in materials, environmental systems, and structural engineering experiences with @unl_cee!
It included a tour of Kiewit Hall and an interactive session on drones and AI, giving students valuable insight into real-world transportation tech.

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The MATC 2026 STEM Academy wrapped up this week! The Academy kicked off at UNL, welcoming 36 high school students for STEM learning. Students started the week with a rocket engineering activity led by UNL Engineering Ambassadors and a welcome from Dr. Gabriel Bruguier.

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Commercial Drivers Needed - Paid Study Opportunity

NTC is seeking Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) drivers to participate in a research study on electronic logging devices. Learn more: https://t.co/5rmDwHq67b
#cdldrivers #truckdriver #CDLDriver #DriverJobs

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The 105th TRB Annual Meeting is coming up fast! Join us, @NebEngineering, and @unl_cee, at the University of Nebraska TRB Reception at the Marriott Marquis on Sunday, Jan 11. Looking forward to connecting and discussing ongoing transportation research and collaboration!

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Join the NTC, @unl_cee, and the @NebEngineering on Sunday, Jan 11, 2026, for the University of Nebraska TRB Reception in Washington, D.C.!
Reconnect with colleagues, network, and kick off TRB week together. RSVP to let us know you're attending here: https://t.co/B6wXIJWeNk.

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Join on Fri, Nov 7! Our Director, Dr. Aemal Khattak (@unl_cee), presents "Rail Crossing Safety in the U.S.: Research Results & Future Direction." Attend in person or via Zoom!

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FRIDAY, NOV 7 | 10:50–11:50 AM CT.Join Dr. Aemal Khattak as he shares research on improving safety at rail crossings—critical points where crashes can disrupt multiple modes of transport.
📍 KH A510 (Lincoln) | PKI 160 (Omaha)
💻 Zoom

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We're Hiring: Web Developer at MATC!

Join the team driving innovation in transportation research and education! We're looking for a web developer to lead the design, development, and maintenance of the Mid-America Transportation Center (MATC) website.

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OCT 23 @ Kiewit Hall!
NITE Student Meet & Greet | 10:30–11:30 AM
Network w/ NDOT, IDOT, HDR, & more!
2nd Floor West Commons

NITE General Meeting | 12 PM | Room A235
City of Lincoln: Project “O” Street
Lunch provided – RSVP by NOON 10/21! [email protected]

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Join us for the NITE Student Meet & Greet on Oct 23, 10:30–11:30 AM in Kiewit Hall 2nd Floor West Commons!

At noon hear from City of Lincoln speakers on Project “O” Street — the biggest downtown reinvestment in 50+ years.

#NITE #Engineering

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Congratulations to Dr. Aemal Khattak, Director of @MATCNews and Professor at @unl_cee, on securing additional funding for rail safety — we wish you great success with your project!

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Help shape the future of Work Zone Safety!
Join our tech training & eval workshop:
- Sept 12, 2025
- Lincoln, NE
- 9AM–12PM CT
- Driving simulator + gift cards for CMV drivers!
🔗 Register: https://t.co/NZEKrz6FK0
🔍 Info: https://t.co/EczhihTM9A
#RoadSafety #CMV #DOT #UNL

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MATC's Ezzat Haider led the finale of the STEM Academy, marble roller coaster building! After a busy week, students proudly received their completion certificates.
Thank you to all the partners and participants who made this academy a success!

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The STEM Academy was thrilled to host a keynote address by Dr. Jamie Williams Ed.D., MBA, MS, a proud UNL alum. Dr. Williams energized the audience, motivating students to conquer challenges and reach for an exciting future!

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Students from the STEM Academy took a trip to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, where the Venture Park Education Team guided them through a variety of outdoor activities and learning experiences!

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Students started day four of the STEM Academy by exploring the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum where they learned more about feats of aviation!
@sac_aero

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STEM Academy students built a wind turbine, practiced welding on a simulator, altered a robot, and more at Nebraska Innovation Studio! Students were encouraged to construct, test, and experiment with the concepts and builds by the studio's incredible personnel. @NIS_Makers

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Save the date for Thursday, Sept. 4 at 10 a.m. CDT for the panel discussion “Get Plugged In: Energization Planning for Small Fleets and Multi-Family Housing”, hosted by the Nebraska Clean Cities and Communities Coalition.

Register today: https://t.co/ib3OiiliZN