The AGIC Symposium is coming up fast. Plan to be at the Prescott Resort in beautiful Prescott, AZ from August 26-29 to network with and learn from other GIS Professionals and Vendors from across the state. Important dates to remember:
*May 23: Abstract submissions due. Submittal form.
*May 9: T-shirt Design Contest entries due. Entry guidelines.
*July 18: Scholarship applications due. Includes the Tony Gonzales and Women in GIS Scholarships.
*July 28: Last day for early bird registration
*Sponsorship sign-up now open.
*August 4: Last day for group room block at Prescott Resort.
Check the AGIC Symposium website for more details. Follow us on the AGIC-L Listserv or on social media to hear further announcements.
This month, important updates were published to the Geospatial Technology Competency Model (GTCM).
The GTCM was originally developed by the GeoTech Center, an initiative of community colleges, and continues to be maintained through a collaborative effort between the GeoTech Center, the US Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration, and industry leaders. The model was designed to assist with career guidance, curriculum development and assessment, recruitment and hiring, continuing professional development, criteria for voluntary certification, and outreach efforts intended to communicate characteristics of the geospatial field to the public.
More details about the changes made can be found at this GeoTech Blog site.
Joseph Kerski, Esri Education Manager, also published an interesting article summarizing the importance of the GTCM, specifically to the GIS education community.
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