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Cinematic Cartography
The next Cambridge Seminar in the History of Cartography will be held via Zoom on Tuesday 18 November 2025 at 5.30pm UK time (9:30am PST).
The speaker will be Chris Lukinbeal, University of Arizona on Cinematic Cartography.
All are welcome.
Please register for the talk at https://buytickets.at/emmanuelcollege/1929457 and the Zoom link will be sent to you.
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On a side note, this reminds me of a book I purchased a while back, Cinemaps. You should pick one up for a Christmas gift! -mike
USGS Data Collaboration Announcement Webinar
On August 6th at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, USGS will host an informational webinar to provide an overview of the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) 3D National Topography Model (3DNTM) Data Collaboration Announcement (DCA) for the 3D Hydrography Program | U.S. Geological Survey (3DEP) and the 3D Hydrography Program (3DHP).
For more info and to register, click here.
Maps of WWII @ LOC
The Library of Congress will have a webinar tomorrow on Maps of World War II. Register here: https://loc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/8717489749718/WN_-3eNMamQR1y7mybLbU1d5Q#/registration
Reference librarians will give a brief overview of maps and other cartographic items from World War II that can be found in the Geography and Map collections at the Library of Congress. This session will highlight items made by American forces, as well as captured maps made by the Axis powers. The breadth and content of these items and how they came to the Geography and Map Division will be discussed. Participants will learn how to search for and access them online or in person. The focus of the session will be on maps and online resources available to all patrons any time or place in the world, but attendees will also learn how to prepare for a future trip to the reading room. After the presentation, staff look forward to answering additional questions from attendees.
One-Year MS in GISci @ CSULB
The Master of Science in Geographic Information Science (MSGISci) in the Department of Geography at California State University, Long Beach is accepting applications for our 1-year 30-unit MS degree starting in Fall 2025 (August 25, 2025 to August 14, 2026).
This graduate degree provides students with advanced analytic and technical training in geospatial technologies and professional skill building to prepare graduates for the geospatial workforce. The culminating team-based applied research project is informed by industry professionals.
Why CSULB?
- We are the #1 Geography Program in the CSU, #5 in CA, #9 in the West and #28 in the USA!
- CSULB Geography alumni are among the highest wage earners in 2-year income post-graduation from the College of Liberal Arts.
- Join a network of over 200 MSGISci graduates.
- You will receive excellent mentorship, instruction, and skill development to support your future professional goals.
Please visit www.BeachGIS.com to learn more about our program and register for an upcoming information session. Act Soon! Applications must be submitted via Cal State Apply by the June 1st deadline.
History of Cartography @ UCLA
I will be teaching a California Rare Book School (CalRBS) course on the History of Cartography August 11th to the 15th at UCLA.
https://www.calrbs.org/history-of-cartography-2025/
This course is designed to provide a general overview of the history of mapping in the western world as well as the use of cartographic resources in modern day teaching and research.
Topics will include an introduction to maps (projections, scale, visualization of information), the history of map printing; the evolution of European mapping; the role of maps as cultural and social objects; the wide variety and type of maps produced; reference materials and cartobibliographies, and the role of museums and libraries as stewards of the content.
Course participants will interact with physical examples from archives and special collections, as well as examine maps in the larger historical context through a class visit to a highly regarded cultural institution. This class will also explore and critically examine digital cartographic repositories from around the world and the role they can play in education and research.
This course provides credit for the following certificates:
- a History of the Book course for Certificate in Rare Books and Manuscripts, or
- 1 of 2 elective credit courses for Certificate in Rare Books and Manuscripts, or
- a History of the Book course for Certificate in Librarianship, Activism, and Justice
- 1 of 2 elective credit courses for Certificate in Librarianship, Activism, and Justice
Please do join me for all the mappy fun!
Ian Fowler
Curator of Maps, History, and Government Information
New York Public Library
GIS Day @ Ventura College
Come and celebrate GIS Day at Ventura College on Friday 11/22/2024 from 8am to 2:30pm. It will be their 25th year!
Free registration includes: Geospatial Technology Presentations, Industry and Organization Representatives, Posters/Story Maps/Apps, Coffee/Pastries/Lunch.
Featured Speakers
Keynote: Jinna Larkin, County of Santa Barbara GIS Supervisor
Mapping Meaningful Connections – A Santa Barbara Story
Paul Jenkin, Ventura Campaign Coordinator, Surfrider Foundation
Matilija Dam Removal: Sediment transport and downstream implications
Christian Harder, Writer/Editor/Senior Content Strategist, Esri
The Making of The Power of Where, Jack Dangermond’s first book
2024 ESRI UC Technical Sessions
The 2024 ESRI User Conference Technical Sessions are online for you to view! Check them out.
Survey Request for Dissertation
To Whom It May Concern:
I’m currently working on my dissertation, which examines the challenges GIS instructors face when collaborating across organizations. I’m reaching out to see if you might be able to help distribute my survey to your members.
The survey takes 10-15 minutes to complete and is designed to gather insights from GIS educators on this important topic. Your participation, or the participation of your members, would be invaluable to my research.
I understand that time is limited, but I would be incredibly grateful for your support in sharing this survey. The insights gathered will directly shape the findings and recommendations of my study.
Thank you so much for considering my request.
More information and the survey in the link below:
https://forms.office.com/r/3CNgM8JuB9
CGIA Workshop – Effective Delegation
CGIA will be hosting an upcoming workshop – Effective Delegation, on Monday June 17th (12pm – 1:30pm, Pacific).
Effective delegation skills are key to managing one’s workload. Instead of handing a project over to someone and then forgetting about it, achieve good delegation results with the right preparation, feedback, and encouragement. Delegating not only frees up the group leader to focus on other objectives, it is also motivates team members to develop key skills and promotes trust by sharing crucial tasks and responsibilities.
For more information and to register, visit https://cgia.org/2024/05/cgia-professional-development-workshop-effective-delegation-june-17th/ .
Check out all professional development workshops here:
https://cgia.org/2024/01/cgia-professional-development-series/
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