2025 AGIC Student Competition Registration Now Open

The 2025 AGIC ArcGIS Online Student Competition is now open.  Visit the competition webpage for more details, including deadlines, rules & guidelines, and the adult sponsor compeitition registration form.  This year, adults may sponsor one or more students in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade.  Prizes include a chance to win a $100 gift card.  Adult sponsors must register their student(s) by April 18, 2025 and submit their student's entries no later than May 5, 2025.

 

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Mapping Heatwaves from Space: How Extreme Temperatures Are Modeled

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 - 2:14pm

Heatwaves are defined as prolonged periods of excessively high temperatures. Linked to climate change, heatwaves have become more frequent and severe in recent years.

To better understand and map these extreme heat events, scientists use advanced tools like the Goddard Earth Observing System (GEOS) model. 

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Project Geospatial

Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 1:49pm

Project Geo is a media non-profit dedicated to increasing awareness of geospatial technology, industry best practices, and GIS resources.

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Reevaluating the Elevations of Colorado Mountain Summits

Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 1:48pm

Investigating the effect of geoid model variability on the elevations of peaks in high, rugged mountain areas.

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Building a GIS Career

Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 1:47pm

This article provides recommendations on building a strong background in preparation for a career in GIS based on what the majority of employers are looking for.  

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Estimating Earthquake Risk using OpenStreetMap

Saturday, June 8, 2024 - 1:46pm

A new building classification model that uses OpenStreetMap building data intends to estimate the risk of earthquakes on the built environment, providing more accurate information on the damage.

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