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Celebrating Everything Geography & Geospatial

 

 

In our changing world nothing changes more than geography.                                  - Pearl S. Buck, West Virginia Writer 

Join Fairmont State University as we celebrate the rich knowledge and practice of geography. We are dedicated to spreading geo-literacy and showcasing the real-world applications of Geography and Geospatial (GIS).

 

Check us out - We're on the Map! 

 Geography Awareness Week 2024 - Geographers Take Action 

GIS Day 2024 - Mapping Minds, Shaping Our World

Find out more about our upcoming events on our Fairmont State University - Geographers Take Action Event Guide

In the News

December 5th GISS Lab Open House Events 

Zoom link to use for all Open House Events

Topic: Fairmont State Geography Events 12/5

Time: Dec 5, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82336540578?pwd=aJp2Mu2bHRXx6Fzf1x5avZpnhOrfJC.1

Meeting ID: 823 3654 0578 Passcode: 976303

Talk about Geography and Spatial Resources at Fairmont State University and Beyond Dates: December 5th Time: 10am 

Host: GISC Minor at Fairmont State University 

Format: In-person and Virtual - link to be provided prior to event

Learn more about the essential geography and spatial resources being created and taught at Fairmont State University for use on campus and beyond. An essential resource for students, educators, and community, Fairmont State University has developed and shares resources from the in-process GeoSavvy Guide with the support of AAG and a cross-disciplinary team including the  Ruth Ann Musick Library , Fairmont State University  Center for Teaching and Learning Innovation  (CTLI),  and  OpenLearning WV . We will also present resources from the NASA Globe Program at Fairmont State University, and more. These resources promote geographic literacy and provide geography awareness materials for beginner mappers to spatial data analysts. Learn about resources from the West Virginia Association of Geospatial Professionals, AAG, ESRI, and others. 

Preparing and Applying to Geography and Geospatial Internships, Jobs, and Graduate Schools 

Dates: December 5th Time: 11am 

Host: GISC Minor at Fairmont State University 

Format: In-person and Virtual - link to be provided prior to event

Talks by potential geography and GIS related graduated programs and internships 

Dates: TBA Format: Virtual

Closing Showcase Date: December 5 Time: 1:00 - 2:00pm Join us as we kick off with a showcase of student work and lightning talks in the GISS Lab, featuring research projects, maps, and data visualizations by students from across campus. This symposium celebrates the diverse applications of geography and acknowledges the hard work of GISS Lab interns and contributors.

And finally, Finals Week Geography Game Night Date: Tentative December 10 Time: 3pm 

Format: In-Person Relax and have fun with geography-themed board games and puzzles. Can’t attend in person? Check out our games from the library or how to host a game night on our GeoSavvy Guide.