Georgia Tech’s Unified ERP team will begin hosting monthly office hours – “Inside the Build” – to help answer questions and provide insights on this transformative project.  These virtual Teams sessions will be conducted on the third Thursday of every month from 11 a.m. to noon. 

Join researchers and clinicians from across the Georgia CTSA for a session on Space Research.

REGISTER HERE for virtual participation link.

Blue Sky Groups are unstructured meetings that provide a unique opportunity for attendees to drive the agenda and catalyze future collaborations and research opportunities.

The discussion will be opened by a panel discussion featuring five researchers from across the CTSA in this field: Thom Orlando, William Dynan, Binu Tharakan, Chunhui Xu, and Phillip Stancil.

Discussion topics may include, but are not limited to:

• What are the burning research questions in this area?
• What are the known funding opportunities?
• What are the cross-institutional collaborative research opportunities
  in this field?

Share your experience, learn from others, enjoy opportunities for interdisciplinary networking and find potential collaborators!

Meetings are open to Members, Guests, Sponsors, Partners, and presenting Entrepreneurs from any of our Keiretsu Forum Global chapters and regions.

Due to SEC 506(c) regulations guests MUST pre-register to attend our meetings.

Tickets are free-see you there!

Learn how Quadrant-i helps graduate and transfer students explore innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization, and discover how to turn research into real-world impact.

Meet the Quadrant-i Principals, learn about opportunities to get involved, and connect with the people, programs, and resources supporting innovation across Georgia Tech.

What You'll Learn
-How Quadrant-i supports innovation and entrepreneurship
-Opportunities to explore commercialization
-Ways to get involved throughout the academic year
-Meet the Quadrant-i Principals

Wednesday, August 19, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

1443 Lecture Auditorium
Klaus Advanced Computing Building

Register Today

https://gatech.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12511995

759 Ferst Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

 August 19 - 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Reminder: Present original, unexpired documents to prove your eligibility to work in the United States during your appointment. A list of acceptable documents can be found on the Identification Requirements list.  

Do you wanna learn how to argue better? 

Join NCNW for Courtroom Chaos and learn how to create a stronger argument!

All students are welcome, come have fun!

我们将查考王下 5：「越界的恩典」，关于乃缦寻求以利沙医治的故事。

乃缦是位将军、外邦人，也是一位大痲疯患者。他带着身份权势、政军手腕、设想期待、金银财宝千里寻医，神的医治却以越界的方式越界临到。

「13 他的仆人进前来，对他说：“我父啊，先知若吩咐你做一件大事，你岂不做吗？何况说你去沐浴而得洁净呢？”」(王下 5:13）

期待与大家一起交流、享用晚餐😊

这次聚会在 Cherry Emerson 二楼的公共区；该建筑有门禁，请同学提前联系Haichuan Wang (walwan@gatech.edu) 协调，感谢~

聚会安排

6:30-7:15PM 吃饭与交流（提供免费的中餐）

7:15-7:35PM 敬拜与报告

7:35-9:00PM 查经、分享与彼此代祷

Hello everyone! This Friday will be our fellowship’s final Bible study gathering of the summer.

We will study 2 Kings 5: “Grace Beyond Boundaries,” which tells the story of Naaman seeking healing from Elisha.

Naaman was a military commander, a Gentile, and a man suffering from leprosy. He traveled a great distance in search of healing, bringing with him his status and authority, political and military influence, personal assumptions and expectations, and treasures of silver and gold. Yet God’s healing came to him in an unexpected way that crossed every boundary.

13 But his servants came near and said to him, “My father, it is a great word the prophet has spoken to you; will you not do it? Has he actually said to you, ‘Wash, and be clean’?”—2 Kings 5:13

We look forward to sharing and enjoying dinner with everyone! 😊

This Friday we will gather in the common area on the second floor of Cherry Emerson building. As access to the building might be restricted, please contact Haichuan Wang (walwan@gatech.edu) in advance to coordinate entry. Thank you~

Schedule

6:30–7:15 PM – Dinner and Fellowship (Free Chinese dinner provided)

7:15–7:35 PM – Worship and Announcements

7:35–9:00 PM – Bible Study, Sharing, and Prayer for One Another

BIO 
Sumita Pennathur is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara. With degrees from MIT (B.S., M.S.) and Stanford (Ph.D.), she is a leading expert in nanofluidics, electrokinetics, and bioanalytical systems. Her groundbreaking research merges fundamental fluid physics at the micro- and nano-scale with practical device design, resulting in publications, patents, and several successful startups, including Asta Fluidics, Alveo Technologies, and Laxmi Therapeutic Devices. Among numerous honors, she received the prestigious PECASE award and the ADA Visionary Award.

Mark Prausnitz, faculty host

Whether you are brand new to Copilot Chat or already familiar with it, these sessions provide a shared space to explore current features, learn effective ways to interact with the tool, and stay informed as new capabilities become available.

Led by Dewayne Hyatt, Senior Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, each session includes:

45 Minutes of Training (Recorded)

Learn how Copilot Chat works, what experiences are currently available, and how to engage with the tool effectively through clear requests and meaningful context. The session includes demonstrations and examples that reflect current capabilities and common workplace scenarios.

Note: While core concepts may be revisited across sessions, examples and focus areas may evolve as Copilot Chat continues to expand.

15 Minutes of Q and A (Not Recorded)

Ask questions, share use cases, and discuss how Copilot Chat fits into your work. This open Q and A is especially useful for attendees who want clarity on recent updates, evolving capabilities, or practical application ideas.

How to Prepare

• Bring questions or scenarios related to how you are using or exploring Copilot Chat.
• Be ready to participate in discussion and practical exploration.

This series is intended to help attendees stay informed and confident about using Copilot Chat as it evolves.

Please note: Copilot Chat is limited to work affiliated with your role at Georgia Tech and does not support personal use. 

Friday, August 21st at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST - Add to your calendar

Friday, August 21st at 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST - Add to your calendar

Thursday, August 20th at 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST - Add to your calendar

Thursday, August 20th at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST - Add to your calendar

Thursday, August 20, 10:00am – 11:00am (EDT)

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Join via Teams at 
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/23878531137727?p=yLcoJFCXfrCFK97H5x

Location: Virtual/Zoom

Register (Rescheduled from Friday, 8/14)

Event Schedule

• 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM: Race Check-In, Registration & Packet Pickup
• 8:00 PM: Helluva Glow Run 5K Begins
• 8:20 PM: Glow Social on Tech Green

Participants in the 5K will receive a commemorative medal, and all attendees can enjoy glow and LED giveaway items, interactive activities, music, drink stations, and an exciting post-race celebration on the lawn. Don't want to run? No problem! Come cheer on your fellow students, enjoy the glow-filled atmosphere, and join the fun at the Glow Social immediately following the race.

Click here to register to run or walk!

Grab your friends, wear your brightest gear, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of fitness, fun, and Georgia Tech spirit under the lights!

There will be more than 300 events happening during Week of Welcome, August 17-23, where you can:

• Connect with fellow Yellow Jackets through social and educational experiences.
• Attend workshops based on areas you are interested in – from Tech traditions to how to do laundry, to how to study for college-level tests, to how to have the best resume possible.
• Learn more about opportunities to be involved across all aspects of campus life.
• Have fun before classes start.

Visit the WOW events page on Engage to find them all!

There will be more than 300 events happening during Week of Welcome, August 17-23, where you can:

• Connect with fellow Yellow Jackets through social and educational experiences.
• Attend workshops based on areas you are interested in – from Tech traditions to how to do laundry, to how to study for college-level tests, to how to have the best resume possible.
• Learn more about opportunities to be involved across all aspects of campus life.
• Have fun before classes start.

Visit the WOW events page on Engage to find them all!

There will be more than 300 events happening during Week of Welcome, August 17-23, where you can:

• Connect with fellow Yellow Jackets through social and educational experiences.
• Attend workshops based on areas you are interested in – from Tech traditions to how to do laundry, to how to study for college-level tests, to how to have the best resume possible.
• Learn more about opportunities to be involved across all aspects of campus life.
• Have fun before classes start.

Visit the WOW events page on Engage to find them all!

There will be more than 300 events happening during Week of Welcome, August 17-23, where you can:

• Connect with fellow Yellow Jackets through social and educational experiences.
• Attend workshops based on areas you are interested in – from Tech traditions to how to do laundry, to how to study for college-level tests, to how to have the best resume possible.
• Learn more about opportunities to be involved across all aspects of campus life.
• Have fun before classes start.

Visit the WOW events page on Engage to find them all!

There will be more than 300 events happening during Week of Welcome, August 17-23, where you can:

• Connect with fellow Yellow Jackets through social and educational experiences.
• Attend workshops based on areas you are interested in – from Tech traditions to how to do laundry, to how to study for college-level tests, to how to have the best resume possible.
• Learn more about opportunities to be involved across all aspects of campus life.
• Have fun before classes start.

Visit the WOW events page on Engage to find them all!

There will be more than 300 events happening during Week of Welcome, August 17-23, where you can:

• Connect with fellow Yellow Jackets through social and educational experiences.
• Attend workshops based on areas you are interested in – from Tech traditions to how to do laundry, to how to study for college-level tests, to how to have the best resume possible.
• Learn more about opportunities to be involved across all aspects of campus life.
• Have fun before classes start.

Visit the WOW events page on Engage to find them all!

There will be more than 300 events happening during Week of Welcome, August 17-23, where you can:

• Connect with fellow Yellow Jackets through social and educational experiences.
• Attend workshops based on areas you are interested in – from Tech traditions to how to do laundry, to how to study for college-level tests, to how to have the best resume possible.
• Learn more about opportunities to be involved across all aspects of campus life.
• Have fun before classes start.

Visit the WOW events page on Engage to find them all!

Coffee & Commercialization: The Story of a Startup

Join the Office of Technology Licensing for our Coffee & Commercialization lecture series. This month's session will explore the journey of transforming university research into a successful startup.

Featured speakers Rampi Ramprasad, Georgia Tech professor and founder of Matmerize, Inc., and Jonathan Goldman, director of Quadrant-i, will share their experiences navigating the path from innovation to commercialization. 

In this session, you'll learn about:

• Recognizing commercial opportunities in research
• The early stages of launching a startup
• Challenges and lessons learned along the entrepreneurial journey
• Building the right team and partnerships
• Translating university innovation into real-world impact

Enjoy coffee, connect with colleagues, and hear firsthand how a Georgia Tech researcher built a company around breakthrough technology.

RSVP to Amy Smith at asmith872@gatech.edu by Aug. 24. 
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Microsoft Teams meeting

Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/220337431383125?p=xDbzBw55n9XcsrJWRj

Dial in by phone

+1 470-705-2566,,263087859#  

Register here if interested: https://gatech.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12498318

RSVP if interested: https://gatech.campuslabs.com/engage/event/12498014

RSVP on Campus Tickets

Please register in advance to attend this Customizations training for the DesignPLUS Sidebar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Register for DesignPlus Sidebar Training

Join faculty and admin colleagues and a Gradescope specialist for an interactive session on how to preserve academic integrity without doubling your grading time.

• Our faculty panelists will share firsthand insights on how they:
  • Grade handwritten assessments more efficiently without sacrificing consistency
  • Reduce time spent on repetitive grading with AI-assisted answer grouping and flexible rubrics
  • Coordinate fair grading across instructors, TAs, or teaching teams of any size
  • Use grading analytics to identify common misconceptions and inform future instruction

Whether you teach STEM, business, or the humanities, you will leave this session with a clear understanding of how Gradescope saves time, ensures consistent feedback, and how you can get started trying out Gradescope today.

Thursday, August 20 at 2 PM EST

Register for Gradescope's Webinar

Registering is one of the only ways to receive a link to the archived session, so please be sure you register, even if you cannot attend. (If we do not have at least 1 attendee, we may not have a recording to share.)

• Tuesday, August 25th at 1PM EST | Register for Turnitin's Webinar

• Create a Turnitin assignment
• How to define academic misconduct and the difference between plagiarism and text similarity 
• Utilize Turnitin as a formative tool to improve writing outcomes 
• Identify potential misconduct using the AI Writing detector (included with the Originality add-on only) 
• Apply feedback and grading to students' work

Wednesday, August 19 at 8:30 AM EST 

Register for Turnitin's Webinar

Wednesday, August 12 at 1 PM EST

Register for Gradescope's Webinar

Register for Perusall's Webinar

• Tony Carnell, Executive Director/ General Manager, Henry County Water Authority
• Jahanzeb (Jahn) Khan, Founder & CEO, 4Earth, and Co-founder & President, Twistient
• Jason Monnell, Distinguished Principal Technical Leader, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)

  Moderated by:

• Christopher A. Impellitteri, Research Program Director, The Water Tower Institute

We eagerly look forward to your positive response and your valuable presence at this event. For more information including registration, please check out the ATL CleanTech Connect webpage.

Rock, Ramble, & Roll provides an afternoon of music, mingling, and memories. 

Lunch is served to all attendees, and music-themed activities dominate this event.

RSVP and more information

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Get your RAT cap, T-Book, and Georgia Tech pin at this year’s New Student Convocation in McCamish Pavilion. This annual event is a welcome ceremony for Georgia Tech incoming students. More event information can be found on the New Student Convocation website.

Doors open at 3pm

RSVP and get more information.

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Georgia Tech Athletics is hosting a House Party at Bobby Dodd Stadium to welcome students back to campus. Enjoy inflatables, on-field activities, a live DJ, a gaming truck, and food trucks! 

The event will have a clear bag policy, and students will be allowed to bring empty non-metal reusable water bottles.

RSVP and get more information.

Visit the WOW page on Engage to find all 300+ WOW events.

Calling all incoming Recently Acquired Tech Students (RATS)! Join the Georgia Tech Library for RATS Night 2026! Take over the library for a night of fun, filled with entertainment, snacks, video games, trivia, arts and crafts, and free giveaways.

The Library will be yours to take over, featuring:

• A live DJ from WREK 91.1
• Private room karaoke
• Movies
• Team trivia (with prizes!)
• Board and video games
• Personalized posters in the Multimedia Scholarship Commons
• Hands-on papermaking activities with the Robert C. Williams Papermaking Museum

This is one party you won't want to miss as we kick off the new semester!

RSVP and get more information.

Visit the WOW page on Engage to find all 300+ WOW events.

GradExpo is Georgia Tech's resource fair for new graduate students - don't miss this lively event!

Held alongside Graduate Institute Orientation (GradIO), GradExpo connects new graduate students with over 50 campus units and student organizations, showcasing the many resources and services available to support you during your time at Tech. Meet campus partners, explore opportunities, and grab some giveaways along the way!

RSVP and get more information.

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RecFest is Georgia Tech Campus Recreation’s signature annual kick-off event designed to welcome students to campus and connect them with the wide range of recreation programs, services, and clubs available at the CRC. 

The event features interactive booths, live demonstrations, and opportunities to meet sport club teams, fitness instructors, and campus partners. Attendees can participate in activities, learn about intramurals and wellness resources, and sign up for programs on the spot. RecFest creates an engaging, high-energy environment that promotes community. 

RSVP and get more information.

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Kick off your Georgia Tech journey by discovering the people, places, and programs designed to support your success. Navigating GT: Wellness & Resource Fair connects you with a wide range of campus resources and student organizations committed to your well-being and growth—both inside and outside the classroom.  

Explore interactive tables, meet peers, faculty, and staff, and learn how to make the most of your Tech experience. Enjoy fun wellness-based activities, grab some great giveaway items, and leave feeling more confident about where to go for support throughout the year.

Hosted by the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and Student Government Association (SGA) in collaboration with Housing & Residence Life (HRL), this event is your one-stop introduction to thriving at Georgia Tech.

RSVP and get more information.

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The Yellow Jacket Mega Mixer is a unique event where you can meet new friends, engage with student leaders, and find your place to connect at Georgia Tech!

Hosted by the Center for Student Engagement, which includes Fraternity and Sorority Life, Student Media, Student Organizations, Civic Engagement, and John Lewis Student Leadership Pathways, this event promises to be an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in campus life.

RSVP and get more information.

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Taste of Tech Highlights 

• Sample mouthwatering bites and beverages from participating restaurants. 
• Shop the Bookstore’s VIP event for special sales, freebies, and raffle prizes. 
• Strike a pose at fun photo ops throughout the event. 
• Enjoy live DJ sets and vibrant music to set the mood. 
• Catch captivating robot demonstrations showcasing the future of technology. 

Explore the Innovation District 

• More than a food festival, Tech Square is a launchpad for innovation. Meet start-ups, research labs, and innovation-driven companies powering Atlanta’s entrepreneurial ecosystem — and discover ways to get involved. 

How to join the fun

• Bring your mobile BuzzCard and tap at each participating restaurant to redeem for your free sample.

RSVP and get more information

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These sessions are designed to hear from you, and favor strong audience participation. Rather than a formal presentation, they invite participants to share their thoughts, ideas and priorities. Members of the Presidential Search Committee will be there to listen, learn, and gain valuable insight from the community.

The first session will be held Wednesday, August 12, from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. in the room 270, George Tower | Scheller Tower (55 5th Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30332). No RSVP is required to attend. 
Participants may also register to participate virtually. 

Multiple sessions are planned; details will be added as they are finalized. If you are unable to attend in person, a virtual option will be available for every session so you can participate from anywhere. We encourage you to join us in this important search.

This session is open to all employees, and it's an opportunity to:

• learn what career USG employees can do in their final planned years with USG;
• learn about USG retirement account best practices;
• ask questions of the benefits experts.

Registration ends Monday, Aug. 10, at 8 p.m. , and space is limited!

Planning to Retire Information Session

Tuesday, Aug. 11
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Rafael Bras Meeting Room, John Lewis Student Center  

Register Here

Host: Dr. Itamar Kolvin

Title: Learning Force Laws in Many-Body Systems

Abstract:

Scientific laws describing natural systems may be more complex than our intuition can handle, thus how we discover laws must change. Machine learning (ML) models can analyze large quantities of data, but their structure should match the underlying physical constraints to provide useful insight. While progress has been made using simulated data where the underlying physics is known, training and validating ML models on experimental data requires fundamentally new approaches. Here we demonstrate and experimentally validate an ML approach that incorporates physical intuition to infer force laws in dusty plasma, a complex, many-body system. In our laboratory dusty plasma, micron-sized, charged particles are levitated in a low-density argon plasma. We image the system using high-speed tomography and track individual particles for minutes. Using the 3D particle trajectories as training data, the ML model accounts for inherent symmetries, non-identical particles, and learns the effective non-reciprocal forces between particles with exquisite accuracy (R^2>0.99). We validate the model by inferring particle masses in two independent yet consistent ways. The model's accuracy enables precise measurements of particle charge and screening length, discovering violations of common theoretical assumptions. Our ability to identify new physics from experimental data demonstrates how ML-powered approaches can guide new routes of scientific discovery in many-body systems. Furthermore, we anticipate our ML approach to be a starting point for inferring laws from dynamics in a wide range of many-body systems, from colloids to living organisms.

Bio: Justin Burton received his B.S. in Physics from the University of Cincinnati in 2001, followed by a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of California, Irvine in 2006. He then completed postdoctoral research at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the University of Chicago before joining Emory University’s Department of Physics in 2013, where he is currently a Professor of Physics. His honors include selection as a Gordon and Betty Moore Experimental Physics Investigator, election as a Fellow of the American Physical Society, and an NSF CAREER Award. Burton’s experimental, interdisciplinary lab explores a broad spectrum of complex and nonequilibrium phenomena, with ongoing projects on interfacial and nanoscale fluid dynamics, machine learning approaches to many-body dusty plasma dynamics, and “soft earth” geophysics. Beyond research, he leads several K 12 STEM outreach and education initiatives throughout the Atlanta region.

这次我们会看到以利亚走完人生最后一段旅程、以利沙接替他继续为神供作的美丽的故事。

「9 ...以利亚对以利沙说：“我未曾被接去离开你，你要我为你做什么，只管求我。”以利沙说：“愿感动你的灵加倍地感动我。”」(王下 2:9b）

本周我们将一起来细细品味这段故事，以及对我们今日的启示。

期待与大家一起交流、享用晚餐 😊

聚会安排

6:30-7:15PM 吃饭与交流（提供免费的中餐）

7:15-7:35PM 敬拜与报告

7:35-9:00PM 查经、分享与彼此代祷

Hello everyone! This coming Friday, our fellowship will continue with the third Bible study in our series, “Biblical Figures: Elijah and Elisha.”

This time, we will explore the beautiful story of Elijah completing the final journey of his life and Elisha succeeding him to continue serving God.

9 ...Elijah said to Elisha, “Ask what I shall do for you, before I am taken from you.” And Elisha said, “Please let there be a double portion of your spirit on me.” —2 Kings 2:9b

This week, we will take a closer look at this story and reflect on what it can teach us today.

We look forward to sharing and enjoying dinner with everyone! 😊

Schedule

6:30–7:15 PM – Dinner and Fellowship (Free Chinese dinner provided)

7:15–7:35 PM – Worship and Announcements

7:35–9:00 PM – Bible Study, Sharing, and Prayer for One Another

Discover the academic programs, communities, resources, and opportunities available throughout the Ivan Allen College while learning how your interests can connect to leadership, innovation, global engagement, and career development. You'll also have the opportunity to build relationships with students across disciplines and explore what makes your academic home distinctive.   

Whether you're looking for guidance, new friendships, or a stronger sense of belonging, this event is a great way to begin your journey in the Ivan Allen College.

• A live DJ from WREK 91.1
• Private-room karaoke
• Movies
• Team trivia with prizes
• Board and video games
• Personalized posters in the Multimedia Scholarship Commons
• Hands-on papermaking activities with the Robert C. Williams Museum of Papermaking

The Bench2Market Talks series is created to provide commercialization guidance to the university research community. For more details on the series, visit our website.

📍 Cypress Theater

📅 August 4th @ 6pm

Are you interested in building out an idea into an actual product? Learn how you can get credit, funding, and mentorship for just that at the I2P Kickoff. This is your chance to develop a tangible product for class! 

What to Expect: 

Students, faculty and staff are invited to test their ability to read cursive handwriting using reproductions of archival materials from the Georgia Tech Library’s Special Collections.

Follow our instagram @gwie_gatech for updates on our organization!

Come enjoy pizza, goof off, and mabye do some radio stuff if we are feeling productive. 🤣

More information: GT Amateur Radio Club Discord

This workshop is intended for students, faculty, and staff at Georgia Tech and guests interested in learning more about patent searching. The session will cover patent classification systems and focus on the following two patent databases: Espacenet (Open access) and PatSnap (Georgia Tech only). We will provide an overview of the database platforms and examine the unique search features of each database. Attendees are encouraged to follow along with tool demonstrations.

Patents provide valuable and cutting-edge information for innovators and researchers. This workshop will begin with a brief introduction to intellectual property and then will focus on patents. The presenter will demonstrate how to conduct preliminary patent searches using publicly accessible patent tools. Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in hands-on learning activities.

This session will examine how transit systems can adapt to changing travel patterns, emerging mobility technologies, and continued population growth. Insights from the discussion will help inform both the City of Atlanta's forthcoming Comprehensive Transportation Plan and ARC's Metropolitan Transportation Plan.

For more information and to register, please visit the ARC's website.