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  • October 23, 2026
    Kimberly Vachal named director of NDSU’s Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute. Vachal will begin as director on November 2. She has been with UGPTI for nearly three decades conducting research focused on agricultural safety and traffic safety. She succeeds Denver Tolliver who is retiring after more than 40 years at NDSU, including 14 years as UGPTI’s director.
  • September 2, 2026
    This issue includes an announcement on the upcoming regional workshop on the United Tribes Technical College campus (tied to the International Powwow) with transportation and transit training tracks, lists a calendar of fall 2026 events and courses across the region, and introduces free self-paced “LearnTracks” online learning paths for tribal agencies. It also includes practical advice from SDTTAP Program Manager Greg Vavra on budgeting, treating road departments like businesses, and using life-cycle cost analysis.
  • August 27, 2026
    Suicide is a leading cause of death among working-age adults in the United States. It deeply impacts workers, families, and communities. Fortunately, like other workplace fatalities, suicides can be prevented. Below are 5 things to know about preventing suicide.
  • August 25, 2026
    Northern TTAP is excited to resume the longstanding tradition of having a regional workshop leading up to the United Tribes Technical College International Powwow. This event will take place on the UTTC campus and will feature two tracks: transportation and transit.

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