Lakeland Community College's Geography and Geospatial Technology department will celebrate Geographic Information System (GIS) Day on Nov. 20 with interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities.

The event, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the H-Building, will showcase innovative applications of GIS technology in environmental analysis and conservation.

Highlights include drone demonstrations, green roof tours and hands-on mapping activities. This year's focus centers on wildlife migration tracking and habitat preservation, featuring a partnership with the U.S. Forest Service.

"GIS Day represents a unique opportunity to demonstrate how geospatial technology impacts our local environment and communities," said Mark Guizlo, professor of geography at Lakeland. "By partnering with organizations like the U.S. Forest Service, we're able to show our students and community members real-world applications of GIS technology in environmental conservation."

This November, Lakeland Community College will join hundreds of organizations worldwide in hosting in-person and virtual gatherings that will celebrate the impactful work of GIS professionals and serve to ignite the imagination of the future innovators who will further advance global progress using GIS. The celebration was first established in 1999 by Esri founder and president Jack Dangermond.

"GIS Day is a wonderful opportunity for professionals from around the world to get together to share their amazing work," Dangermond said. "These individuals are using GIS technology to take a geographic approach in addressing unprecedented challenges."

To register for the day’s activities, as well as for more information about Lakeland’s Geography and Geospatial Technology program, visit lakelandcc.edu/geography.

By: Levi Rex, Marketing & Commuications