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2024 Events
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MSOE Explore Summer Program - Volunteer Opportunity
We are looking for approximately 3 volunteers for each time slot!
Monday, July 22
8:30 am - 12:00 pm (Slot 1)
and
1:00 pm to 4:30 pm (Slot 2)
MSOE Campus Center CC50, 1025 North Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Deadline to sign up - Friday, July 19, 2024
Explore camps are an opportunity for students (ages 14 to 17) to spend the week rotating through half-day programs learning about each of MSOE's engineering majors and determine which interest them the most.
Volunteers will assist Dr. Mitzi Dobersek to provide civil engineering content, ranging from basic traffic signal timing principles, intersection safety, interchange design and multimodal discussions (including a trip to visit the HOP!)
If there is enough volunteer interest, additional Explore Camp dates (July 23rd, 24th, 29th and/or 30th) are available for volunteering as well.
To volunteer for either time slot or for questions related to the MSOE Explore Summer Program, please email Claire Steines - [email protected]
2024 Engineering Future Leaders Camp (EFLC) - Volunteer Opportunity
*We are looking for approximately 8-10 volunteers for this camp!
Tuesday, August 6th, 2024
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
UW-Madison's Engineering Campus
Deadline to sign up - Tuesday, July 30, 2024
WTS-WI is looking for 8-10 volunteers to help lead hands-on activities at this year's Engineering Tomorrow's Career Camp held in person on UW-Madison's campus!
Each year, the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) hosts this week-long camp to provide approximately 60-70 high school women the opportunity to learn about careers in engineering from industry professionals. WTS-WI is excited to be welcomed back to be a part of the camp and showcase Transportation Engineering to these aspiring engineers.
This is an especially great opportunity for new members to get involved with WTS-Wisconsin and meet other members!
No prior experience or specific background is required to volunteer.
To volunteer for EFLC, please email Rachel Burnham - [email protected]
Ride the Drive - Madison
Event Date: Sunday August 11th, 2024
Event Time: 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Location: Olin Park (202 E. Lakeside St., Madison)
Description:
- Ride the Drive, organized by the City of Madison Parks Division, is more than 4 miles of city streets closed to motor vehicles and park hubs along the way offering activities, food and fun for all ages.
- WTS-WI is looking for approximately five volunteers to staff an exhibition booth at Olin Park to engage kids and parents in Civil Engineering and spread awareness of Civil Engineering career paths.
- Activities will include transportation themed coloring pages and an activity for reimagining road spaces to incorporate active transportation.
- No prior experience or specific background is required to volunteer and you do not have to be a WTS member.
Contact: Cassie Olsen ([email protected])
Deadline to Sign up: Friday August 9th, 2024
PRIOR EVENTS
WTS luncheon Tuesday March 12th, 2024
Join us for a WTS networking luncheon at Bear and Bottle in Madison on Tuesday March 12th from 12:00 noon – 1pm.
When: Tuesday, March 12h, 2024 12:00-1:00pm
Where: Bear and Bottle, 601 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704
RSVP: by 10am on 3/12 to Chase at [email protected]
Come celebrate Engineering Week 2024!! – Feb. 20th, 2024
Come celebrate Engineers Week with WTS after WisDOT Engineering Opportunity Day come to join WTS for a happy hour!
When: Feb 20th, 4pm-6pm
Where: Pooleys Sports Bar
WTS lunch Wed Oct. 4th, 2023
Join us for a WTS lunch at Café Hollander in Wauwatosa on Wednesday Oct, 4th from 11:30-1:00. When: Wednesday, October 4th, 2023 11:30-1:00 Where: Cafe Hollander in Wauwatosa, 7677 W State Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53213
Let's Taco-bout Networking!! - Apr. 14, 2023
Join WTS Wisconsin members and guests for a casual networking lunch. All are welcome, you do not need to be a WTS member to attend.
? When: Friday, April 14, 2023 at noon
? Where: Señor Machetes at 121 E. Main Street in Madison
STH 130 Wisconsin River Crossing Presentation: Inception to Design-Build Procurement - Mar. 28, 2023
How much do you know about the first design-build project in Wisconsin? Join the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and WTS Wisconsin to hear about the bridge history, the corridor study phase and the eventual move to design-build. This is the first presentation in a WTS series. Presenters: Lindsay Kaufmann, PE, Dean Arnold, Ben Thompson, Ph.D., LEED A.P.
Virtual Networking Session & Technical Presentation - Dec. 7, 2022
Compact roundabouts are gaining momentum in Wisconsin communities. Join us Dec. 7 for a virtual networking session and technical presentation from Amanda DeAmico and Nathan Cook from MSA Professional Services on compact roundabouts in Wisconsin. Did we mention it is free and you can gain PDH credits? Registration is now closed.
WTS Central Region Conference (Free, Virtual & Open to All) - November 10, 2021
Registration is now closed.
Social Event at Schuster's Farm - October 15, 2021 (6 - 10pm)
Love a good bonfire? Corn maze? Join WTS for a fun evening at Schuster's Farm in the Madison area. WTS members, bring family, co-workers and anyone interested in learning more about WTS! To find out more, click here.
WI WTS Joint Virtual Meeting with ITE Wisconsin - September 22, 2021
Please join us for a joint virtual meeting with the ITE Wisconsin Chapter on Wednesday, September 22 from Noon to 1:00 pm. We will have brief announcements from both ITE and WTS WI and a technical presentation by Elizabeth Schneider, from the WisDOT Traffic Management Center titled “Madison Flex Lane TMC Planning”.
ITE Wisconsin is hosting the virtual lunch meeting via Teams and there is no cost to participate. Please RSVP using the link below or on the ITE Wisconsin website.
ITE non-members can register on the ITE Wisconsin website by registering as a guest. If you prefer to sign up via e-mail or phone, please RSVP to Kelly Trac by e-mail at: [email protected] or by phone at 608-663-1218.
Leadership Throughout Your Career Webinar - September 23, 2021
The WTS Central Region Council, which is comprised of members of each chapter in the region, have organized a Leadership Throughout Your Career Webinar on Thursday, Sept 23, from 11:15 - 12:30 CST. Members of all Central Region chapters are invited to attend! Free. Read more.
WI Chapter All Members Meeting - August 25, 2021
Wisconsin chapter members, watch your inbox for information about an all member / state-of-the-chapter meeting on August 25th. Networking opportunities to follow!
Technical Program - Electrification of Transportation
On Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 11:30am to 12:30pm join us for a virtual networking session and technical presentation on electric infrastructure.
The emergence and increasing use of electric vehicles and bicycles is presenting unique opportunities and challenges within the existing transportation infrastructure. Join presenters Chuck Wade (WisDOT Director of Bureau of Planning and Economic Development) and Morgan Ramaker (Executive Director, BCycle LLC) for a discussion regarding the "electrification of transportation". Cost: FREE!
After the technical presentation, we will break into groups for a virtual networking session.
With the cancellation of many events over the past year, we have had a hard time raising money for the WTS Scholarship fund. We are offering an option to donate to the scholarship fund when you sign up for the event. Everyone who donates will be entered into a drawing for a $10 gift card!
Attendance of the event will earn you 0.5 PDH credits. Zoom meeting information will be emailed to registrants before the event. If you have questions, please contact Ashley Schulze at [email protected].
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WTS International Annual Conference Stipend
WTS International is hosting the 2021 Virtual Annual Conference from May 10 - 14, 2021! Hear from a variety of speakers and panelists, and participate in virtual tours and professional development workshops! Sign up here.
Our chapter offers a limited number stipends to defray costs. Download the request form and apply today!
WTS Wisconsin Social Event - Virtual Escape Room
Don't forget to register for our Virtual Escape Room and Meet-and-Greet Social Event!
We'll break into groups and "walk" through a themed room using immersive 3-D technology finding clues to solve puzzles and conquer challenges. More info at confundrumescaperooms.com.
Thursday, April 1st, 2021
7:00 PM Escape Room, 8:00 PM Social Hour
$10 WTS WI Members, $25 Non-Members