Mid-America Transportation Center (MATC)

04/06/2026

There is still time for high school students across Nebraska to apply for the STEM Academy. Applications are due April 14!

Learn more and apply on the 2026 STEM Academy website: https://go.unl.edu/2026stem

03/30/2026

There's still time to apply for the STEM Academy!
Applications are due April 14! Learn more and apply at https://go.unl.edu/2026stem

The Mid-America Transportation Center want to thank our partners and sponsors in making this a valuable experience for students! Thank you to U.S. Department of Transportation, Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Nebraska Innovation Studio, Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center, Pacific Engineering Inc., and University of Nebraska State Museum - Morrill Hall!

03/25/2026

03/25/2026

We're looking for a Solidworks Drafting Coordinator to join our team! Check out the details and apply today: https://go.unl.edu/99864

03/23/2026

Applications are open for the STEM Academy at UNL, happening June 7 to 11, 2026!

Faculty from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Civil and Environmental Engineering department will guide students through three hands on lab activities that introduce real world engineering concepts and problem solving.

Applications are due April 14. Learn more and apply at https://go.unl.edu/2026stem

03/16/2026

Applications are still open for the STEM Academy at UNL, June 7-11!

Applications are due April 14. Learn more and apply at https://go.unl.edu/2026stem

03/11/2026

Applications are now open for the STEM Academy! The academy will take place June 7-11, 2026 on the UNL campus.

This week long summer academy is designed for students in grades 9 through 12 and includes hands on STEM activities. Students will participate in engineering labs and activities, activities at Nebraska Innovation Campus's Innovation Studio, and more. Off campus visits include the Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center , Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, and Pacific Engineering Inc!

Applications are due April 14! Learn more and apply at

About Impact

01/12/2026

Spring semester has begun and we need YOUR help! Join our team as an Undergraduate Engineering Intern at the MwRSF office or test site. We offer flexible schedules and great work experience. Check out the details on Handshake.

Office position: https://lnkd.in/gemkpxaF

Construction position: https://lnkd.in/gE3icRyJ

12/01/2025

Join the Nebraska Transportation Center, University of Nebraska- Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Engineering on Sunday, January 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://go.unl.edu/2026trb.

11/04/2025

We’re excited to share that our very own Director, Dr. Aemal Khattak, Professor in the University of Nebraska- Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, will be presenting his latest research talk, "Rail Crossing Safety in the United States: Research Results and Future Direction"!

📅 Friday, November 7th, 2025
🕥10:50 - 11:50 AM CT
📍Join us in person:
Kiewit Hall Room A510, Lincoln
Peter Kiewit Institute (PKI) Room 160, Omaha (remote viewing)

Transportation Seminar Series: Rail Crossing Safety in the United States: Research Results and Future Direction
Join us for a seminar by Dr. Aemal Khattak where he will share his research to improve safety at rail crossings, where crashes can disrupt multiple transportation modes and tend to have more severe injuries.
📅 Friday, November 7, 2025
🕥 10:50 – 11:50 AM (CT)
In-Person Locations or via Zoom:
Kiewit Hall (KH) Room A510, Lincoln
Peter Kiewit Institute (PKI) Room 160, Omaha (remote viewing)