Student Paper Competition

Each year at the ASPA Conference, STPA recognizes a Best Student Paper by an undergraduate or graduate student who has written and submitted a research paper related to transportation policy and administration. The paper is subjected to a double-blind review process by independent reviewers external to the section. The author of the best paper receives a cash award of $250 and their registration to the annual ASPA conference paid.

More information about the annual competition is widely distributed in the months prior to the ASPA Conference. Information about the winner and their submission is included in the section newsletter following notification/announcement of the award. Questions about the competition should be directed to the Student Paper Committee Chair, Dr. Theodore Johnson.

Truitt-Felbinger Award

This award was established in memory of Lawrence J. Truitt and Claire Felbinger, former STPA Chairs, valued colleagues, scholars, practitioners, and teachers. It is presented annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to the field of transportation policy and administration. Some of the previous recipients include: Neilson A. "Dutch" Berthof, Aviation Director for the City of Phoenix; Former Deputy Secretary of Transportation, Mortimer L. Downey; James R. Mills, Chairman Emeritus of the San Diego Metropolitan Transportation Board; Scott Hercik, Appalachian Regional Commission, Barbara Ivanov, Director of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Freight Systems Division, Parks Preston, Manager Federal Aviation Administration Atlanta Airports District Office, and Kim Day, Chief Executive Officer Denver International Airport (DEN). Nominations are solicited and reviewed in the months prior to the ASPA Conference.

Information about the winner and their contributions are included in the section newsletter following notification/announcement of the award. Questions about the award should be directed to the Section Chair, Dr. Jiseul Kim.