GEOG371 course in Fall 2022

If you are interested in advancing your technical skills in remote sensing, image processing and Python programming, please consider taking GEOG371 in Fall 2022. It builds upon GEOG272 (remote sensing) and GEOG276 (Principles of Python Programming and Geocomputing), and you will learn about techniques for dealing with raster and vector geospatial data. Previous year was the first time it was offered and we received great feedback from students. Within the course, we will also cover a lot of topics that are asked during technical interviews in remote sensing and GIS companies. 

2022 SCGIS Annual International Conference

As a part of the Society for Conservation GIS, I am excited to invite everyone to the 2022 SCGIS Annual International Conference on July 6-8!  (conference website, registration)

Please join us for this online conference, at a nominal fee, for three days of keynote speakers, presentations by the SCGIS community, and sessions on a wide range of conservation GIS topics.  The theme of the conference is “Maps:  The Stories We Tell.”  

The conference will open with two inspiring keynote presentations by Jim Enote, Executive director of the Colorado Plateau Foundation and Dr. Travis Belote, Director of Research at The Wilderness Society.  Each will share their approaches to what a map is and how they convey information about the land and community.  Come share the stories you are telling through cartography and interactive mapping for conservation. We invite you to submit your maps to our virtual Map Gallery during the conference!

The conference will also offer 8 technical training workshops, from how to create ArcGIS StoryMaps to 50 years of Landsat: Advanced Earth Engine. The workshops will be held on July 5th and 9th for a fee of $40 per workshop.  Please visit our conference website for more information about the conference.

To register, please visit our registration page* for the conference and share with your interested colleagues and your network.  

*Help Navigating the Registration Page. Please note, there is a web link to detailed registration instructions and workshop descriptions toward the top of or the left side of the registration page. Look for the following options, depending upon the screen or device you are using. "View event description and summary order..." or "REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS and WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS ... see more ..."

While the pandemic continues to challenge us all, so too does the innovative conservation work continue. Come, share, and be inspired by the great work being done in our conservation GIS community.

We look forward to your participation!

Join Us for the DOTS Virtual Student Job Fairs!

The Department of Transportation Services (DOTS) is excited to announce two Summer 2022 Student Employment Virtual Job Fairs for positions that begin in late Summer 2022 and the Fall 2022 semester.
 

Staff will share a bit about themselves and the unique employment opportunities offered by The Department of Transportation Services. We greatly encourage questions about working with us as a student employee. 
 

Attendees will get the inside scoop from hiring managers and have a bit of fun at the same time!
 

Registration
We are hosting two virtual job fairs. Use the links below to register.

• Thursday, June 23rd at 1:00pm: Shuttle - UM Student Driver Positions ONLY 
• Tuesday, July 12th at 3:30pm: ALL Open Student Employment Opportunities

We encourage you to attend both!

Want more information? Fill out this DOTS Student Employment Interest Form.

Real Estate Development and the Built Environment Major - Coming Fall 2022

The School of Architecture, Planning & Preservation is launching the Real Estate Development and the Built Environment major (REBE) this Fall 2022. The major is available to all students at the University of Maryland.

There will be a virtual info session on both the REBE and ARCH majors on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 2:00pm. Students can sign up here.

Students with a BA in REBE can pursue careers in the following areas.

• Real Estate Development
• Tax
• Leasing
• Capital Markets
• Construction
• Market Analyst
• Asset Management
• Finance
• IT
• Investor Relations
• Development
• Property Management
• Risk Management
• Lease Administration
• Accounting
• Acquisitions
• Investment Management
• Legal
• Marketing
  

Major Focuses on

• Financial viability
• Social responsibility
• Environmental respect
• Beautiful and sustainable design

 

SOCY461: Sociology in Action: Research and Community Engagement in Prince George's County

WGSS/LGBT Summer II Courses

 

Summer Course Registration Is Open for Session 2   Summer is a great opportunity to complete a course you have had trouble fitting into your schedule for your program, to take a Gen Ed  you just can't seem to get into to, or take one of our specialized LGBT courses not currently taught in the Fall or Spring semesters. All LGBT and WGSS courses will be taught online this Summer. Summer Session 2: July 11 - August 19, 2022 LGBT 398G Black Trans Studies - DVUP LGBT459B/ ENGL459A Selected Topics in Sexuality and Literature; Gender and Sexualities in a Global Perspective WGSS 250 Intro to WGSS Art and Culture - DSHU, DVUP WGSS 290 Bodies in Contention - DSHS, DVUP, SCIS   July 11 - July 29th term  LGBT 327 LGBT Film and Video - DSHU, DVUP LASC348A/ WMST379L/HIST328I Online & in the Streets: Protest and Activism in Feminist Movements  WGSS 200 Intro to WGSS Gender, Power, and Society - DSHS, DVUP

Job Opportunity! GIS Technician with the City of Hyattsville

The City of Hyattsville, MD (just south of College Park on Route 1) is hiring a GIS Technician. The position is part-time and excellent opportunity for someone who has understands the fundamentals of GIS and is looking to get some real world experience in the field. The individual will work with me, the City Planner, and our GIS Technician II to support GIS efforts within the Department of Community and Economic Development and other City Departments. I'm happy to connect with those who are interested. Details of the position and how to apply on at the link below.

 

 https://www.hyattsville.org/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=84&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=GIS-Technician-I-188

New Position Openings: Office of Letters and Sciences

The Office of Letters and Sciences (LTSC) is currently seeking to fill two coordinator positions. 

STEP Programs Coordinator

This is a great position for anyone that is passionate about advising and supporting students, especially those interested in STEM majors/careers. In addition to the usual LTSC advising, orientation, and recruitment duties, this position is primarily responsible for coordinating the STEM Exploration Series; consisting of events, resources, and specially designed first-year experience courses.

The posting description/application can be found at https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/96459. 

Coordinator

This is a great position for anyone that is passionate about advising and supporting students, particularly by imagining and implementing new approaches to office-wide advising services. In addition to the usual LTSC advising, orientation, and recruitment duties, this position works with staff and the leadership team to help staff innovate various programs and initiatives. The posting description/application can be found at https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/96458.

Research Opportunity in Dual-Language Immersion Schools

Project CLIMB (Capturing Language IMmersion Benefits) is recruiting dedicated undergraduate and graduate students for hourly positions to assess the executive function skills of school-aged children in Grades K-4 in Fall 2022. Opportunities will include the administration of researcher-developed assessments and data entry to elementary children.

If you are interested, please send your resume and availability to the Project Coordinator: Yasmine Kamel at ykamel@umd.edu.

START Paid Fall Internship Deadline Extended to June 21!

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) has extended its Paid Fall Internship Program application deadline to Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 11:59pm ET! All of our intern positions include a stipend, and we are excited to be offering our program in-person (College Park, MD) again come the fall.

Interested students and recent graduates can apply via START's website. You can read more about our fall projects here.

Gilman-McCain Scholarship Application Now Open

The application for the August 2022 cycle of the Gilman-McCain Scholarship is now open and for the first time it is open to both child and spousal dependents of active or activated United States military personnel! The Gilman-McCain application deadline is August 1 for programs between September 1, 2022 and April 30, 2023. Awards of up to $5,000 are available.


Applicants for the Gilman-McCain Scholarship must be a dependent (child or spouse) of active or activated United States military personnel during the time of application (including Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, Coast Guard, Coast Guard Reserve, Marine Corps, Marine Corps Reserve, Navy, Navy Reserve, Space Force, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and USPHS Commissioned Corps), and also be receiving any form of Title IV Financial Aid. All applicants must provide proof of dependent status as part of the Gilman-McCain application.

INST Fall 2022 Course Offerings - GenEd and InfoDesign Courses

 The iSchool is offering several 100- and 200-level courses in the Fall 2022 semester. Many of these courses fulfil General Education requirements. Additionally, two courses, INST104 and INST204, are requirements for the new BA in Technology and Information Design. 

Please see below for a listing of available courses.

If you have any questions please contact an iSchool Undergraduate Advisor at InfoSci@umd.edu.
 

INST104 Design Across Campus

Course Description

What is design, who does it, and how is it done? There is no one answer to this question--it depends on who you ask. The answers to these questions vary across disciplines and across the University campus. This course, designed with modules from contributors in UMD programs including Information Studies, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Immersive Media Arts, Journalism, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Engineering, and Policy, will introduce students to the goals and values, approaches, skills, and practices of diverse fields of design. It will enable students to identify grand challenges in design and serve as a sorting hat to help students find a design practice that matches their own values, approaches, skills and goals.

 

INST123 Databases for All

Course Description
DSSP

An introduction to relational databases for students with no previous programming experience. Provides a means for students of diverse backgrounds to successfully learn how to store, retrieve, and maintain data in relational databases. Topics include a brief comparison of database systems with an emphasis on relational databases, fundamental relational database concepts, and data types. Includes technical approaches to accessing information stored in relational databases.

INST151 Becoming A Social Media Influencer

Course Description
DSSP

Teaches students how to create, grow, and manage influential social media accounts. Topics will include tools for content creation, analyzing and strategizing with analytics, building community, and defining their niche and approach. 

 

INST152 "Fake Checking": Battling Misinformation and Disinformation in the Real World

Course Description
DSSP

Examining the phenomenon of "fake news" using the principles of information literacy, students will develop their skills in locating, analyzing, and evaluating different information sources--in the classroom, in their personal lives, and in the workplace. 

 

INST153 Records Scandals & Data Vandals: Public & Private Sector Controversies Ripped From The Headlines

Course Description
DSHS/SCIS

Expressly organized around case studies involving well-known individuals and organizations involved in controversies that have generated scandals and controversies around the world. it places these events in a larger historical, legal, technological, ethical and societal context. Drawing upon contemporaneous records in a variety of media, as well as presentations from invited speakers representing the greater archival, historical, and public interest communities, the course seeks to deepen students' appreciation of the role that records and information plays in issues going to the heart of government transparency, corporate accountability, and social justice. 
 

INST155 Social Networking

Course Description
DSHS/SCIS

Introduces methods for analyzing and understanding how people use social media--social networking websites, blogging and microblogging, and other forms of online interaction and content generation--and their societal implications. Introduces students to the science and social science of network analysis. Through real world examples, including analysis of their own social networks, students develop skills for describing and understanding the patterns and usage of services like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and others.

 

INST204 Designing Fair Systems

Course Description
DSHS/SCIS

Reviews how specific values are built into different automated decision-making systems as an inevitable result of constructing mechanisms meant to produce specific outcomes. These values create differential outcomes for the different people enmeshed in these systems, but both these values and these systems can be changed to support different values and different outcomes. The class serves as an introduction to the emerging field of algorithmic bias that bridges the disciplines of information science, computer science, law, policy, philosophy, sociology, urban planning, and others.

Donate Blood with the HPAO team on July 13th in honor of Sharon LaVoy

 

University of Maryland The Reed-Yorke Health Professions Advising Office with the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive.

Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!

Drive Details:
Site: University of Maryland Stamp Student Union - In Honor of Sharon La Voy
Address: 3972 Campus Dr., College Park, MD, 20742
Room Name: Atrium
Date: Wed Jul 13, 2022
Time: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Blood Program Phone Number: 3014057805
Click here to make an appointment

Please consider donating with the HPAO team as we do our small part in ameliorating the multiple, on-going health crisis around our community, and nationally. This blood drive is in honor of campus friend and family member, Sharon La Voy. Thank you for helping save a life!

The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime.

If you are unable to donate blood, please consider volunteering your time to help us check-in and monitor patients on the day of the event! 

Click here to sign-up as a volunteer!

Thank you again for supporting the American Red Cross blood program!

Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App on the App Store, Google Play or text BLOODAPP to 90999. Schedule appointments, view your blood type and results of your mini-physical, and track your donations.

New Summer Class - MFRI101 Preparing for Common Emergencies

The class is MFRI101 Preparing for Common Emergencies.   

The class is approved for 2 credits.   As a quick summary the class is designed to help students prevent, prepare for and/or respond to common emergencies.  At the completion of the course students will be able to:

• become certified in Heartsaver First Aid/CPR and AED
• correctly treat a patient with uncontrolled bleeding
• determine and correct common safety hazards in their home
• childproof their home
• determine steps that they can take to travel safely
• safety respond to common emergencies while traveling
• correctly install a car seat in a vehicle
• change a tire on a car
• describe the process for jumping a car battery
• put together a preparedness kit for natural disasters

It will be offered on Wednesdays during the second summer term.  It will be 6.5 hours per day with 1/2 hour for lunch.  There will be a fair amount of hands-on activities to keep them active during the day. 

Summer Session II PLCY201 "Public Leaders & Active Citizens All Virtual

PLCY201 "Public Leaders & Active Citizens" is now being offered as a 100% online course taught by Maryland State Delegate Anne Kaiser. This course satisfies two general education requirements: I-Series and Scholarship in Practice.

It begins on July 11th and runs through August 19th.

Register now on Testudo!

GIS Jobs with Innovate

 

A little about US! WHO WE ARE

 

Founded in 2002 by Lily Thomas, Innovate! Inc. is more than a consulting company. We are a certified woman and minority-owned consulting firm with an award-winning history of delivering state-of-the-art services and solutions to Federal, State, Tribal and local government clients. We also serve private industry, with special focus in transportation, healthcare, higher education, and utilities. Our portfolio of services consists of Salesforce, Geospatial Solutions and Business Consulting.

Also check out our website

www.innovateteam.com

UMD INFO-College of Information Studies: Academic Advisor

The Undergraduate Advisor will report to the Advising Manager and ensure the timely and high quality academic advising support to incoming and current undergraduate students. Academic advising will include providing information about the creation and review of 4-year plans, degree requirements, course selection, university policies and procedures, degree progress, and graduation clearances to a student body representing a variety of backgrounds and abilities. Advising may take place in one-on-one or group settings and in both face-to-face and online formats. The Undergraduate Advisor will also assist in the coordination and execution of events related to academics and student life for undergraduate students within the College of Information Studies.

https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/96097

Dartmouth College: GIS/Spatial Analysis Specialist

To support the instructional and research activities of the Geography Department by applying knowledge and skill in GIS, spatial analysis, and related computer technology.

Skills & Knowledge

Competent in quantitative/statistical analytical methods, procedures, and techniques. Extensive knowledge, experience, and skills of ESRI’s products, especially ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Pro. Extensive knowledge, experience, and skills in spatial analysis and cartography. Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population. Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking and sound judgment. Good organizational and time management skills. 

 https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/63371

Student Database Manager Part-Time Position with NASA ARSET

We are in need of an undergraduate Student Database Manager at the NASA Applied Remote Sensing and Training Program. This is a paid, work-from-home position not exceeding 20 hours per week. Applicants can contact Selwyn Hudson-Odoi directly with their resumes and transcripts (shudsono@umbc.edu). Students may also email me with any questions regarding the position.

Description

The NASA Applied Remote Sensing and Training Program (ARSET) provides training on access and use of NASA earth science resources (https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/arset). The program is seeking an undergraduate student to provide database and communications support for the program for 20 hours a week. The main duties are:  

- Assist with record-keeping and participation in database management
- Support outreach activities to gather interest in the ARSET program from organizations across the world
- Generate graphical representations of program data

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline required. Must be a U.S. citizen to gain eventual access to NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. 

Skills needed: Good verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, MS Office including Word and Excel.

Highly desirable: coding experience, particularly relevant to database management, proficiency in GIS (Geographic Information Systems), and experience with ArcGIS Pro is a plus!

The work will be conducted remotely, with one virtual meeting per week.

Reach out to <geog-advise@umd.edu> for the point of contact information.

 

Enegis, LLC: Geospatial/Geological Intern

Key Words: GIS, geology, databases, analysis, energy, transition

Geospatial/Geological Intern

Enegis, LLC, is looking for an Intern to join our team in developing technoeconomic-based solutions for energy transition and energy projects. We are a consulting firm that is active in the ongoing energy transition with several projects relating to the geologic carbon sequestration industry. Duties for this role include working in a professional environment with energy experts, environmental scientists, and industry consultants. The knowledge of GIS systems and processes, paired with an ability to synthesize researched data, is required. An ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of GIS operations/ methodologies and expertise with ESRI software. Experience in geology or geologic carbon sequestration is preferred. We are interested in someone who is passionate, self-motivated, and prides themselves with their strong attention to detail.

In this role, we will count on you to: 

• Georeference and digitize data in ArcGIS Desktop
• Integrate pre-existing geographic datasets
• Develop vector spatial analysis tools to increase workflow efficiencies
• Create workflows based on knowledge personal and file geodatabase properties
• Develop project schemas and methodologies using VBA
• Perform quality, documented research

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Geography, GIS, Cartography, or a similar field, in progress
• Experience with ESRIs ArcGIS Software Suite
• Familiarity with personal and file geodatabases; as well as vector and raster data types
• Experience in data visualization
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Access
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in team environments

Preferred Qualifications: 

• ESRI Certification
• Advanced technical and economic knowledge of carbon sequestration
• Knowledge of the energy industry
• Experience with the Mendeley citation manager

Position may be remote with frequent meetings in Fairfax, VA.

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and extensive benefits package for full-time employees including: company paid holidays, personal, sick, vacation, emergency/bereavement, and jury duty leave; company contributed health and vision insurance, dental, and life insurance; 401K program with employer match, and discretionary performance bonus plan. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each individual feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture. EOE.


Respond to admin@enegis.com. Candidates warranting interest will be contacted.

Apply to be a BSOS Peer Mentor!

New FMSC course this Fall!

 

National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START) Fall Paid Internships - Due June 12

START offers paid internships year round on a variety of research projects and teams. During the course of their internship, participants are exposed to the most up-to-date theories, methods and information related to the study of terrorism. They are versed in the critical questions tackled by homeland security practitioners, policy makers and researchers, and are mentored in a professional environment geared toward student success. The program is designed to prepare the next generation of homeland security scholars and practitioners through real-world research experience.

START’s internship program is open to undergraduate and graduate students (as well as some recent graduates) in any related discipline from any institution. Each internship lasts for one term. Participants work at least 10 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 20 hours/week during the summer. Our internships can be undertaken for academic credit, and this is highly encouraged. Interns participate in a program of enrichment and career development opportunities. All interns are required to work onsite with their research project staff. Because interns work directly with our researchers and staff on current research projects, the internship positions vary depending on our research portfolio.

Please review our Frequently Asked Questions page for answers to our most popular questions, and check out the University of Maryland's Career Center resources for resume and cover letter tips. For resume and cover letter guidance regarding START internships, please register to attend one of our upcoming Information Sessions. 

For any additional questions, please contact internships-start@umd.edu.

Apply for a USGIF Scholarship Today - Due June 6

USGIF awards several scholarships to deserving doctoral, graduate, undergraduate, and high school recipients.

USGIF also offers three additional scholarships. Learn more about the RGi Scholarship for Geospatial and Engineering, the Ken Miller Scholarship for Advanced Remote Sensing Applications, and the Stu Shea USGIF Endowed Scholarship below.

https://usgif.org/usgif-scholarship-program/

University of Maryland: Coordinator, Technology, Innovation, and Program Support (T.I.P.S.)

Coordinator, Technology, Innovation, and Program Support (T.I.P.S.)

This is a great position for anyone that is passionate about advising and supporting students, particularly by imagining and implementing new approaches to office-wide advising services. In addition to the usual LTSC advising, orientation, and recruitment duties, this position is heavily involved with most aspects of LTSC's technology landscape, and works to help staff innovate various programs and initiatives.

 

The posting description/application can be found at https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/94976.

University of Maryland: Exploratory Programs Coordinator

 Exploratory Programs Coordinator

This is a great position for anyone that is passionate about advising and supporting students, especially through designing and implementing programs and initiatives that welcome, transition, and integrate students into the University while exposing them to the many options available to them. In addition to the usual LTSC advising, orientation, and recruitment duties, this position is primarily responsible for coordinating UGST's TerrapinSTRONG student onboarding experience.

 

The posting description/application can be found at https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/94977.