Category Archives: Education/Learning

LOC Geography & Map Division Virtual Orientation

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Curious about the Library of Congress’ Geography & Map Division collections? Please join Geography and Map Division staff next week for a virtual orientation to learn more about the collections and resources!

Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Time: 3:00-4:00 pm (Eastern), 12-1pm PDT

Location: Online

Register for this session here!

Reference librarian Julie Stoner and Geospatial Data Visualization Librarian Meagan Snow will present an introduction to the Geography and Map collections at the Library of Congress. This orientation session, aimed at the general public, will highlight a wide range of cartographic formats and subject matter. The focus of the session will be on maps and online resources available to all patrons any time or place in the world. Topics covered will also include search tips and tricks, research and collection guides, ways to engage with the collections online, and how to prepare for a future trip to the reading room. After the presentation, staff look forward to answering additional questions from attendees. Check it out!

Call for Entries: Fifth Annual Student Exhibition Competition

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The California Map Society and the David Rumsey Map Center invite all US-based undergraduate and graduate students to apply for an opportunity to curate an original exhibition of maps from our collections based on the topic of the applicant’s choice. Proposals will be judged on the strength of the topic, the effective use of maps in support of the topic, and overall quality of research and writing. Applications are due Friday, June 26, 2026, at 11:59pm to rumseymapcenter@stanford.edu. Use the subject: “Exhibition Competition Submission.” 

The winner of this competition will receive:

  • Installation of physical exhibition in the Rumsey Center and hosting of a digital companion exhibition
  • A pre-tax $1,000 award
  • One year membership in the California Map Society
  • Opportunity to present at the California Map Society’s spring meeting, and up to $1,000 for related travel expenses

Learn more about the award, past winners, and how to apply.

One-Year MS in GISci @ CSULB

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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 2026 (August 24, 2026 to August 6, 2027).

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.

Library of Congress Webinar

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The Library of Congress will hold a webinar on Nautical Charts.

Geography & Map Virtual Orientation: Nautical Charts

Date & Time: Feb 10, 2026 12:00 PM (PST)

Description: Reference librarian Julie Stoner and geospatial data visualization librarian Abraham Parrish will present an introduction to nautical charts in the Geography and Map Division collections at the Library of Congress. The first half of this orientation session will give an introduction to nautical charts, their history, and their uses. The second part of the orientation will highlight the various nautical chart holdings found within the division and how to search for and view these maps. After the presentation, staff look forward to answering additional questions from attendees.

Click here to register.

Cinematic Cartography

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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

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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

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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

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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.