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News and Events
Join Us at Esri UC and Discover Exciting Course Updates for GIS Professional Programs!
We’re thrilled to announce that GIS Professional Programs will be attending the upcoming Esri User Conference (UC) this year! As a leading provider of geospatial education, we’re excited to connect with fellow GIS enthusiasts, professionals, …
Student Spotlight | Andrew Hahn
Andrew Hahn, a student currently pursuing GISPP’s Online Master’s Degree in GIS Development, gained widespread attention recently for his unique creation: a crochet map showcasing Lake Mendota. For scale, each stitch roughly equals 300 square …
Student Spotlight | Gerard Heston
Gerard Heston shares with us his GISPP journey in our newest student spotlight!
Faculty & Staff Spotlight | Chris Scheele
All about Chris Scheele! Learn more about the instructor of Geography 777 Capstone in GIS Development here.
GISPP Coffee Talk | Wednesday, April 19 | Sigfrido Gomez
We are excited to share that this semester’s final round of our virtual lecture series, Coffee Talk, is next week! Join us on Wednesday, April 19th, from 11-12pm Wednesday, March 22nd from 11-12pm CST to hear from Sigfrido Gomez, a graduate of …
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