Celebrate the power of maps and location data at NYU GIS Day 2024 on November 20th! This year’s theme - 'Mapping Minds, Shaping the World' - is all about how GIS technology is reshaping our world by blending creativity and data to reveal hidden trends, drive sustainability, and make smarter decisions using the power of location data. (gisday.com). Whether you're new to GIS or a seasoned professional, there's something for everyone!
This event is hosted by NYU Data Services, Research and Instructional Technology (NYU IT), and Research and Research Services (NYU Libraries) in partnership with the Center for Urban Science + Progress, NYU Tandon School of Engineering.
We are offering a series of activities including lightning talks, technical workshops, networking space, and a mapping competition.
12:00 - 1:00 PM | 🚀 What’s New in GIS
Discover the latest GIS tools and trends here at NYU and beyond. Perfect for beginners and experts alike!
1:00 - 2:00 PM | ⚡ Lightning Talks
Get ready for a rapid-fire showcase of brilliant GIS projects! Learn from inspiring experts and innovators as they share their work in short, engaging presentations. [ Register - https://nyu.libcal.com/event/13353882 ]
Featured Speakers:
Violet Lahive, Gallatin Alum
Rafael Baez, NYS Certified Wildlife Rehabilitator and a graduate student
Charan Kukunoor, PhD candidate specializing in Urban Informatics
Anton Rozhkov, Industry Assistant Professor and Director of the M.S. in Applied Urban Science and Informatics Program at CUSP
2:00 - 3:00 PM | 🛠️ Technical Workshops
Roll up your sleeves and dive into hands-on learning! Learn how to use ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS StoryMaps, performing geospatial analysis and creating engaging presentations. 💻Bring your laptop and curious mind! [ Register - https://nyu.libcal.com/event/13353883 ]
Indulge in innovative maps and creative project entries, vote for your favorite maps, and be inspired by the art and science of cartography! 🏆
Every year GIS Day is celebrated around the world on the third Wednesday in November. GIS Day is a day dedicated to showing, teaching, and inspiring and empowering others to explore the possibilities of GIS - in their work, in their schools, where they volunteer, or even for their hobbies and interests. (gisday.com).
The theme of this year is "Mapping Minds, Shaping the World."
What is GIS?
GIS stands for Geographic Information System(s). GIS is a technology that is used to create, manage, analyze, and map all types of data. GIS connects data to a map, integrating location data (where things are) with all types of descriptive information (what things are like there). This provides a foundation for mapping and analysis that is used in science and almost every industry. GIS helps users understand patterns, relationships, and geographic context. The benefits include improved communication, efficiency, management, and decision-making. (esri.com).
Content related to GIS Day can be found on various social media platforms at the hashtag #GISDay2024.
Be sure to checkout other GIS Day events events happening at institutions across the globe via gisday.com
