Date: July 7-8, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: 3rd Floor, Smart Communities and Innovation Building, 28 Kirkbride Lane Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
Meals: Light breakfast (8:30-9:00 a.m.) and lunch are provided daily
The Transportation Tech & STEM Education Summit, hosted by the Alabama Transportation Institute (ATI), is a premier event designed to connect educators with industry leaders, researchers, and the latest innovations in transportation technology. Aligned with this year’s theme, “Driving the Future of Learning with AI and Automation“, the summit serves as a collaborative platform to explore the effective integration of emerging mobility solutions, including Autonomous Vehicles (AVs), Vehicle‑to‑Everything (V2X) communication, Connected Infrastructure, Electric Vehicles, and Shared Mobility systems, into K–12 classrooms.
Earn 12 hours of TEAMS credit, receive classroom-ready resources, and join ATI’s PLC for Teachers, all designed to support and empower educators.
What to Expect
Attendees will engage in:
- Interactive sessions and panels featuring experts in transportation research and STEM integration.
- Hands-on demonstrations showcasing cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of mobility.
- Professional development opportunities for educators, including TEAMS credit and classroom-ready resources.
- Networking with industry professionals to foster partnerships and inspire future-focused learning.
Why it Matters
The summit emphasizes real-world applications of AI and STEM in transportation, equipping educators to bring innovative, interdisciplinary lessons into their classrooms. It also highlights career pathways in transportation technology, preparing students for roles in a rapidly evolving mobility ecosystem.