Eno Center for Transit Leadership Executive Development Program

Eno Leadership
Development Program

International Transit Studies
Program

National Park Foundation
Transportation Program




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2008 National Park Foundation
Transportation Scholars Program

Eligibility

Candidates must have substantial knowledge and expertise in transportation planning or a related area. The program is open to graduate students, transportation professionals (active or retired), and university faculty.

Program Requirements

NPF Transportation Scholars are asked to carry out specific assignments in one or more National Parks under the supervision of a senior Park Service staff.

Newly selected Scholars must attend a two-day orientation session to be held in May-June 2008. All costs associated with attendance will be covered by the National Park Foundation.

Scholars must submit a detailed final report within one month of the completion date of their assignment. Copies are to be sent to senior management at the assigned Park(s) and staff at the National Park Foundation. Specific report-writing instructions will be provided.

Scholars are asked to submit a brief status report to the National Park Foundation mid-way through their assignment.

Scholars are encouraged to participate in the annual meeting of the Transportation Research Board in Washington, DC, that takes place early in the year following their selection. Each participant should prepare a poster on his/her work for presentation at the conference. Travel costs will be covered by NPF.

 

2008 Scholar Assignments

Park Location Project Description Duration Start Date Accommodations
Big Cypress National Preserve Ochopee, FL Big Cypress National Preserve is seeking an NPF Transportation... 12 mos June Housing available on-site for single person or family. Some units allow pets.
Gulf Islands National Seashore Pensacola, FL Gulf Islands National Seashore has received funding through the FTA... 6 mos June or July Housing in Fort Pickens area, accessible by 4-wheel-drive or boat. Housing for single person (not conducive to family occupancy). No pets allowed.
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park Hawai'I National Park, HI Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park (HAVO) hosts more than 2 million.. 8 mos June Housing available. Room for spouse/family. No pets.
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Three Rivers, CA In summer 2008, the shuttle system at Sequoia and Kings... 6 mos May or June Housing available. No pets.
Valley Forge National Historical Park King of Prussia, PA Through the USDOT Volpe Center, Valley Forge completed... 6 mos January 2009 Variety of housing available.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Applying for the Program

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