WTS Philadelphia Student Outreach

For our Chapter’s 45th anniversary, we are going big and marking the year with 45 distinct initiatives! Our recent collaboration with Men Who Care of Germantown was one of those initiatives. MWCOG is a non-profit community-based organization established to serve and enrich the community in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. The organization strives to enhance the quality of life for those living in the community through outreach.     Chapter President Api Appulingam (PHL), TrYOU Co-Chair Gina Venuto-Gabriella (STV) and mentor Monica Waits (AECOM) shared their career journey and what they do on a day-to-day basis in the aviation, highway and transit industries, respectively. The students also heard about our TrYOU mentoring program and we look forward to continuing our collaboration with MWCOG! #wtsphilly45in45 WTS Philadelphia MEN WHO CARE OF GERMANTOWN INC

Are you a young woman or girl curious about the world of transportation and eager to explore career possibilities in this dynamic field? Look no further than "Empower Her Drive: Fueling Futures in Transportation" happening this Friday! This event, hosted at The Enterprise Center, is designed to inspire and empower young women and girls to pursue rewarding careers in transportation by providing valuable insights, resources, and networking opportunities. From engineering and logistics to urban planning and innovation, the transportation industry offers a wide range of exciting career paths waiting to be explored. Join us for to hear a dynamic panel discussion featuring industry experts and leaders. Discover the diverse opportunities available in transportation, learn about the latest trends and innovations shaping the industry, and connect with professionals who are paving the way for women in transportation. Whether you're a high school student, college graduate, or young professional, "Empower Her Drive" is your opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, expand your network, and take the first step towards a successful career in transportation. Don't miss out on this chance to fuel your future and drive towards success! The WTS Philadelphia Student Chapter will be tabling so be sure to come stop by our booth! Register now to secure your spot at this empowering free event at https://lnkd.in/eV8VxgEh

For Earth Day, WTS Philadelphia TrYOU volunteered with Congreso, a nonprofit organization for predominantly Latino neighborhoods. We facilitated hand-on demonstrations of managing stormwater in more natural ways in cities. Approximately 100 students stopped by to learn about compost filter socks and various porous pavement samples. The students gained an understanding of compost filter socks, and why they are used at construction sites. The students were especially excited to test out a porous pavement sample, which is representative of cover at many city playgrounds! #WomenInTransportation #WeAreWTS

WTS Philadelphia TrYOU recently participated in Girls in Aviation Day at the Northeast Philadelphia Airport! We had a great time at our booth with a ‘create your own paper airplane’ activity. The event had a great turnout and was awesome to see a high volume of young girls expressing interest and enthusiasm for the aviation field. #WomenInTransportation #WeAreWTS

On April 12th, the WTS Philadelphia Student Chapter led a tour of the Schuylkill River Trail Extension pedestrian bridge project! Students observed active bridge construction, guided by professionals from AECOM, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), City of Philadelphia, Urban Engineers, and PKF-Mark III, Inc.. The event featured discussions on the project's design, management, and environmental considerations, enhancing students' understanding through firsthand experiences and interactions with engineers and project managers. The tour highlighted the complex aspects of bridge construction and offered networking opportunities with industry professionals. Thank you to AECOM, Kittleson & Associates, STV, Urban Engineers, and WSP in the U.S. for providing PPE to our students for the construction walking tour. The chapter thanks the organizing firms and sponsors for their support in providing an educational experience that enhances students' academic and professional growth! #WTSPhiladelphia #WTSStudents #WTSStudentChapter #Students #Transportation

TrYOU had the opportunity to hear from Aleta Evans, COO of Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) and the WTS Philadelphia 2023 Woman of the Year, at an outreach event with the Free Library of Philadelphia in Roxborough! The students were able to listen to Aletas’s story and learn how she became a trailblazer in the transportation industry. Aleta highlighted the importance of setting tangible goals for the future and always believing in yourself, as with the right mindset and a solid plan, anything is possible. We also had a surprise visit from some very bright second graders, who are looking forward to learning all things STEM and becoming future trailblazers themselves! #STEMOutreach #WeAreWTS

Join the WTS Philadelphia Student Chapter for an enlightening journey along the Schuylkill River Trail Extension for a construction tour on April 12th! Led by a team of professionals at AECOM and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you'll dive into the planning and stunning design of the boardwalk, featuring two signature spans that offer spectacular city views. This tour is your gateway to understanding a major Philadelphia landmark's creation, offering a unique peek behind the curtain of bridge design and construction. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to gain insights and connect with the minds shaping our city's future! Students register here or with QR code: https://shorturl.at/sBIY7 #WTSPhiladelphia #WTSStudentOutreach #WTSStudentChapter #ConstructionTour #Students

Happy International Women's Day! Today and every day, we honor and celebrate every woman for her strength, resilience, and invaluable impact to the world! To all women in the transportation industry: You are inspiring, you are powerful, and you are truly amazing! Images 2-3: Ruqaya Alfaris (President of WTS Philadelphia Student Chapter) presenting at the Transportation Research Board Annual Meetings. Images 4-5: Jasmine Siyu Wu (Social Media and Graphics Lead of WTS Philadelphia Student Chapter) presenting at the Transportation Research Board Annual Meetings and the Safety21 University Transportation Center Deployment Partner Consortium. #WTSPhiladelphia #WTS #WTSStudentChapter #Students #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay

Thank you to our mentors, mentees, and volunteers for joining WTS Philadelphia Student Chapter for our Mentor-Mentee Mixer! On Wednesday, February 7th, our WTS Student Chapter hosted a networking mixer to kick off the 2024 WTS Student Chapter Mentor Program. This program connects students with professional mentors across various transportation fields to provide insights and guidance while in school and after graduation. This year, 20 pairs of students and mentors will be in the program. The event featured introductions by chapter leaders and speed networking to match mentors and mentees. Throughout the year, mentors and mentees will be guided through the program with packets related to various topics critical to the mentees' future in the transportation industry. The WTS Philadelphia Student Chapter would like to thank McCormick Taylor, Inc. for hosting this event and extend its heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors and the dedicated professional volunteers from various engineering firms and public agencies! #WTSPhiladelphia #WTSStudentChapter #WTSStudentOutreach #WTS #Mentorship #Mentor #Mentee #Students #Networking

WTS Philadelphia annually offers 6 to 8 week internship and shadowing opportunities to current members of WTS Philadelphia Transportation YOU and the Student Chapter, to advance young women in the transportation industry. Applications for WTS Works are due on February 29th, 2024! Access the application using the QR code on the flyer or visit our website. #WTSPhiladelphia #WTSStudentChapter #WTSTransportationYOU #WTSWorks #WTSInternship #WTS #Internships #Opportunity #Transportation