Mapping and GIScience Information Session
Interested in technology, data, geography or solving real-world problems? Join us to learn about the University of Kentucky's new Bachelor's in Mapping and GIScience—an innovative STEM program that prepares students to use digital mapping, geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing and emerging technologies like GeoAI to understand and solve challenges facing our communities and our world.
During this information session, you'll hear from faculty, explore what you'll learn in the program, discover the wide range of career opportunities available to graduates and have the chance to ask questions.
Whether you're a prospective first-year student, transfer student, parent, or school counselor, this is a great opportunity to learn how Mapping and GIScience can prepare you for a rapidly growing, technology-driven career.
During the session, you'll learn about:
- What makes the Mapping and GIScience major unique
- Career paths in geospatial technology, environmental science, business, public health, urban planning, and more
- Hands-on learning experiences and industry-relevant technology
- Admission requirements and how to apply
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Opportunities to connect with faculty
Date:
Location:
Virtual (Zoom)
Event Series:
Mapping and GIScience Information Session
Interested in technology, data, geography or solving real-world problems? Join us to learn about the University of Kentucky's new Bachelor's in Mapping and GIScience, an innovative STEM program that prepares students to use digital mapping, geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing and emerging technologies like GeoAI to understand and solve challenges facing our communities and our world.
During this information session, you'll hear from faculty, explore what you'll learn in the program, discover the wide range of career opportunities available to graduates and have the chance to ask questions.
Whether you're a prospective first-year student, transfer student, parent, or school counselor, this is a great opportunity to learn how Mapping and GIScience can prepare you for a rapidly growing, technology-driven career.
During the session, you'll learn about:
- Career paths in geospatial technology, environmental science, business, public health, urban planning, and others.
- Hands-on learning experiences and industry-relevant technology.
- Admission requirements and how to apply.
-
Opportunities to connect with faculty.
Date:
Location:
UK Main Campus, Patterson Office Tower Room 202
Event Series:
How It Works
Champions commit to giving annually for four years, helping cover a wide range of needs: tuition, textbooks, and transformational experiences such as research, education abroad and internships. Champions scholars are also supported through the College’s First Gen Trailblazers Program, which offers mentoring, professional development and a strong sense of community.
Leadership level donors who pledge $5,000 annually for four years also have the opportunity to name a Champions Scholar fund to recognize your support for Kentucky students.
Meet Champions Donors
Steve (Geology '79, '83) and Cindi (Horticulture '81) Sullivan
In the above video, hear from Steve and Cindi Sullivan about why they chose to become Champions and what this program means to them.
Your Impact
Your gift supports:
- Tuition and course materials that remove financial barriers to learning
- Transformative experiences such as education abroad, internships and research
- Career preparation that builds confidence and job-ready skills
- Leadership development and mentoring that inspires students to aim higher
You will receive updates on the student’s progress and take pride in knowing your investment helped shape a bright future.