The American Public Transportation Foundation (APTF), the charitable affiliate of APTA, will recognize the recipients of its scholarship awards for 2012 Oct. 1 during the APTA Annual Meeting in Seattle.

The late afternoon session, on the theme “Harness the Change,” will include the presentation of scholarships and comments from some of the recipients about their journey into the public transit industry and their cutting-edge research and technologies. They will also offer suggestions on how to recruit and orient young professionals into the industry.

That evening, the APTF Board of Directors will host Gala 2012, a night of entertainment, food, music, and fun. Tickets are required to attend this event.

The cost is $100 per person. Proceeds benefit the APTF scholarship fund. Contributions are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. Tickets are available online or onsite at the APTA registration desk in the Sheraton Seattle Hotel.

APTF is a 501c (3) non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the education and professional development of young professionals pursuing careers in public transportation.  More information is available from Yvette Conley.