Our December 9th podcast exploring PhDs in geography and GIS included a request to listeners to share their experiences and thoughts on these advanced degrees. Many shared their personal stories and experiences, while others involved in education offered their insights. This roundup will prove especially valuable to those considering furthering their education.
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Media & Maps | January 08, 6:00 AM
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has announced a viral media campaign to explain Israel's actions against Hamas in Gaza. Geography, "near" in particular are at the heart of campaign.
A centerpiece of the campaign is downloadable and customizable posters with the message, "What If Hamas Was In Your Neighborhood?" The posters use a visual of a map rendering the Gaza Strip near major urban areas in the… More…
January 07, 6:00 AM
I wrote the following over vacation (on Jan 2), but seeing this headline convinced me it was time to run it today: "Philadelphia Libraries Remain Open, But Staff Cuts Mean Fewer Days" (Library Journal)
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I love libraries. I'm in one now (Somerville Public, Main Branch). It's got free wireless, not just for the library, but the neighbors, too.… More…
Poll | January 07, 6:00 AM
Back in November (yes it's been a while!) we asked how important is it that a job candidate be familiar with more than one GIS product/platform. I'm please to report 82% of the 28 respondents put it in the required/valuable category. (Note that students! And, to be clear, this need not mean you pay someone to teach you a package. There are som… More…
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January 07
Last month, the City University of New York's (CUNY) Mapping Service at the Center for Urban Research developed a new application, the "Long Island Index," that makes data about Long Island available ... More...
January 06
With the new year sixdays old and economic challenges expected for every sector we explore four big challenges and opportunities for those in geospatial technology: (1) how U.S. investment in infrastr ... More...
January 05
Should you invest in or pull back on your investments in geospatial technology and mobile location-based technology? Do you look beyond 2009 or take advantage of an opportunity not seen in anyone's "b ... More...
Join 8,000 geographers, GIS specialists, and environmental scientists for the latest in research, policy, and applications in geography, sustainability, and GIScience during the AAG Annual Meeting in Las Vegas to be held March 22-27, 2009. Visit www.aag.org for additional information.
Join 8,000 geographers, GIS specialists, and environmental scientists for the latest in research, policy, and applications in geography, sustainability, and GIScience during the AAG Annual Meeting in Las Vegas to be held March 22-27, 2009. Visit www.aag.org for additional information.
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Join 8,000 geographers, GIS specialists, and environmental scientists for the latest in research, policy, and applications in geography, sustainability, and GIScience during the AAG Annual Meeting in Las Vegas to be held March 22-27, 2009. Visit www.aag.org for additional information.
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Poll
What's the most likely to happen in 2009 with regard to your use of GIS software? I will:
