Collegiate Advisory Board Application

APPLICATION OPEN NOW THRU SEPTEMBER 1, 2026.

U in the Driver Seat is a collegiate peer-to-peer program dedicated to reducing car crash fatalities by college-aged drivers. This group seeks to utilize positive peer influence through message development and education outreach on the five main risk factors – distractions, impairments, drowsiness, speeding, and lack of seat belt use. U in the Driver Seat is committed to fighting the number-one killer of college-age students in America, but it can only succeed with the involvement and commitment of students who are represented by the U in the Driver Seat Collegiate Advisory Board (CAB).

Why Join CAB?

• Leadership Opportunities
• Networking with peers and industry professionals
• Funding for travel to the Annual Youth Transportation Summit
• Resume Building
• Personal Growth
• And so much more…!

Member Duties 

• Participate in bi-monthly meetings (between Summer 2026 – Spring 2027) and respond promptly to periodic e-mail requests for input and feedback
• Organize an active U in the Driver Seat program on your campus and within your community, hosting program-oriented events and activities
• Actively visit the U in the Driver Seat website http://u-driver.com
• Promote U in the Driver Seat contests and special events
• Provide input and feedback on new program materials, safety messages, promotional items and related elements
• Provide input and insight on ways to successfully engage college students and sustain interest in the U in the Driver Seat program
• Serve as a safety ambassador and leader for U in the Driver Seat by leading by example. This includes but is not limited to abiding by any university policies and laws regarding alcohol use, as well as U in the Driver Seat beliefs by refraining from driving distracted, impaired driving, underage drinking, binge drinking, or enabling of any of these behaviors.

Member Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a two or four-year degree-seeking college program
• Willing to commit to bi-monthly meetings via conference call, web meeting, or in-person, as well as respond promptly to periodic e-mail requests for feedback on U in the Driver Seat-related material or ideas.
• Have a desire and willingness to promote a safe driving culture on your campus and surrounding community.

Member Term

• Members are asked to commit to serving a minimum of 1 academic year.
• Members may serve additional terms, so long as they re-apply and meet qualifications each year.

Member Meeting Requirements

• Meet virtually bi-monthly (estimated meeting time of 2 hours per meeting).
• Attend the in-person Advisory Board meeting the day before the YTS Summit, Thursday, November 19, 2026, in San Antonio, TX, and stay for the Summit on Friday, Nov. 20, 2026. Travel reimbursements will be provided to CAB members to for mileage, lodging and overnight meals.
• Members may have the option to participate in an in-person summer training.  Details to come.

APPLICATION OPEN NOW THRU SEPTEMBER 1, 2026.

Not ready to apply or have questions, reach out to Austin Rupert ([email protected]).