Oberstar Scholarship

(AP)  Former MN Congressman Jim Oberstar distinguished himself in transportation while in Washington.  He was known for gaining road projects for his home state.  Now, he is being honored with a scholarship in his named, which will be awarded to one student a year in the field of public policy or urban planning.

Oberstar heads a national advisory panel on safety in rural transportation at the Humphrey School in Minneapolis.

Oberstar was unseated by newcomer Chip Cravaack.