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May is Bike Month throughout the community – and Orange County’s local governments have been holding several different events to celebrate and promote bicycling as a form of alternate transportation. Listen to or read our story here 🚴: chapelboro.com/news/news-tran…

Communities around the country are getting ready for #BikeRolltoSchoolDay!

Through a project with the @NCCollaboratory, HSRC is examining the current NC Graduated Driver Licensing system to find opportunities to improve processes & reduce NCDMV visits w/o negatively impacting safety: go.unc.edu/a5K6A

Time to sign up for the 2026 #BikeRolltoSchoolDay!

As we Americans live longer and healthier lives, changes to our bodies and minds can affect driving. With a few simple steps, you can stay safe on the road. Visit ncseniordriver.org/for-drivers/wa… to learn more. #ODSAW @NC_GHSP @NHTSAgov

Sign up today for this free webinar next Wednesday, Dec. 10, exploring the latest innovations for crash modification factors and adaptive signal technology: go.unc.edu/Kk4i5

Talking about transitioning away from driving can be overwhelming and emotional, so making plans early can give us peace of mind when it’s time. Visit ncseniordriver.org/for-drivers/ma… to learn more. #ODSAW @NC_GHSP @NHTSAgov

Friends & family play important roles in keeping older drivers safe on the road. This Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, access valuable info at ncseniordriver.org/for-caregivers/ to help your loved ones remain safe & independent for as long as possible. #ODSAW @NC_GHSP @NHTSAgov

NC drivers: Prioritize your safety and the safety of those around you this Older Driver Safety Awareness Week. Learn more at ncseniordriver.org/for-drivers/ #ODSAW @NC_GHSP @NHTSAgov

Whether you’re visiting friends, going to the doctor, or running errands, driving isn't the only way to get there. The Find a Ride resource helps North Carolinians discover transportation options across the state. ncseniordriver.org/find-a-ride/ #ODSAW @NC_GHSP

Plenty of time to register for this free 12/10 webinar covering updates to the Crash Modification Factors (CMF) Clearinghouse, research on estimating combined effect of multiple CMFs & Adaptive Signal Control Technology: go.unc.edu/Kk4i5

Free webinar! From Theory to Practice: Exploring CMFs and Adaptive Signal Tech for Your Community, 12/10, 1-2:30PM. Register here: go.unc.edu/Kk4i5 @USDOTFHWA @VHBnow

The deadline to apply has been extended to Tuesday, Nov. 4:

On 10/22, 5 @UNC research centers came together for the “Mapping our NC Impact” event to connect & explore new ways to improve the health/wellbeing of North Carolinians through our work #UNCResearchWeek #UNCResearchIsNC

Monday is the deadline to apply for this position! Please help share with anyone you know who might be qualified and interested:

We are hiring a new Part-time Temp Engineering Research Asst to support transportation safety research through data analysis & applications of statistical methods. Application deadline is Monday, Oct. 27: hsrc.unc.edu/hiring/

Today is the day! Stop by 725 MLK in Chapel Hill at 3 pm to learn how 5 @UNC research centers are improving health and wellness across NC #UNC #UNCResearchWeek #UNCResearchIsNC

Huge congrats to Lucas Neuroth, @UNCpublichealth PhD student, who was selected for the H. Clay Gabler Scholar’s Program Award, presented at the recent @AAAMFeed conference. He received the honor for dissertation work on NJ’s graduated drivers licensing program.

In 2 days join researchers from 5 UNC research centers showcasing how interdisciplinary work in highway safety, health services, injury prevention & natural hazards/resilience makes a difference for NC communities #UNC #UNCResearchWeek #UNCResearchIsNC

Hip hip Hooray! It’s #WalkRolltoSchoolDay! To read more about this countrywide event, check out the official Walk & Roll to School Day release: walkbiketoschool.org/wp-content/upl…