CSULB Geography Department

04/03/2023

Welcome back from Spring Break, students! Hope you all had a relaxing break from school. Back at it we go, work hard everyone!

03/17/2023

According to National Geographic Kids, Green was finally introduced to St. Patrick’s Day festivities in the 18th century, when the shamrock (which is, of course, green) became a national symbol. Because of the shamrock’s popularity and Ireland’s landscape, the color stuck to the holiday.

St. Patrick's Day

03/16/2023

Cultural burning is an Indigenous practice of using controlled fires as a method of restoration. Fire is used as a tool to better manage natural resources. Using this method helps to create a diverse habitat, keep wilderness healthy, keep future fires low and manageable, improve soil quality, regenerate certain plant species, and overall, keep our resources healthy.

To learn more, read here
https://www.ucdavis.edu/news/cultural-burning-illuminated

03/16/2023

Happy National Panda Day! Did you know that giant pandas are found only in China, specifically in the Sichuan, Shaanxi, and Gansu provinces? These adorable bears are an important part of China's biodiversity and cultural heritage. 🐼🌿

03/16/2023

The Water Replenishment District, the Groundwater Resources Association - Southern California Branch, and the Southwest Membrane Operators Association are hosting a Careers in the Water Industry Workshop.

At this event, students will learn directly from industry professionals about their respective fields as they give hands-on trainings, presentations, and general career advice. This is a chance to network with potential employers looking to prepare the next generation of water professionals through mock-interviews and resume review sessions.

A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. The cost to attend is $25 and costs will be subsidized by sponsors. Cost reimbursement waivers are available upon request.

Sign up by March 17th using the following link: bit.ly/GRAC-2023-app

03/16/2023

On Thursday, March 16, the College of Liberal Arts will be hosting a "Growing Your Network" workshop from 2:00-3:00 PM. The workshop will take place in the Psychology Building (PSY) in Room 201. Attendees will learn how to grow their LinkedIn connections and network. Do not miss out on this opportunity!

Link to RSVP: https://cla.csulb.edu/clainternships/workshops/

03/14/2023

03/14/2023

Interested in a career in GIScience? Use the following links to learn more about the realm of GIScience and all the careers that come with it:

Geoscientists : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov) : https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/geoscientists.htm #:~:text=Geoscientists%20study%20the%20Earth's%20composition,in%20the%20Earth's%20geologic%20history.

Geographic Information Science | GIScience | Spatial Data Science (esri.com) : https://www.esri.com/en-us/about/science/initiatives/geographic-information-science

03/14/2023

ENGIE is hiring a GIS Intern! The Grid-Scale Renewables GIS team will be responsible for spatial data management, visualization, and analysis in support of ENGIE North America’s utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage platform.

Job Duties:

Research, download, and process parcel boundary and constraints data
Format publicly available datasets for use in renewable energy development
Digitize existing and planned infrastructure from aerial imagery and public reports
Create project level maps and exhibits for legal agreements
Support existing web mapping platform, including development web applications, construction trackers, and interactive dashboards
Identify opportunities and make recommendations for improvements to existing workflows and templates
Assist in the development of standard operating procedure (SOP) and workflow documentation
Requirements

Must be at least a junior or senior working toward an undergraduate degree in geography, engineering or related field, or a graduate student with GIS experience in a closely related field
This is an entry level position with no required years of prior work experience
Basic understanding of ArcGIS Pro and other Esri products
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Must have the ability to think analytically, present ideas professionally, and work in project teams
Link to apply: https://engie.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/gis-intern-236605?utm_source=ziprecruiter

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03/14/2023

Your one-stop shop to get everything you need for graduation starts today! Make sure to stop by the University Bookstore between now and Thursday.

https://www.csulb.edu/commencement/graduation-information-fair

03/10/2023

Happy Mario Day everyone! Did you know that the Mushroom Kingdom, the land where Mario adventures take place, has a diverse geography ranging from lush forests to scorching deserts? It's a world worth exploring, just like our own. 🌎

Follow the link to learn more about geography in gaming: https://digitalcommons.jsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1041&context=etds_theses

02/15/2023

To be considered for an interview, submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. In the cover letter, please discuss your internship goals. No prior internship experience necessary.

Requirements:

Must be from the following groups: Asian American Pacific Islander, First Generation College Student, and/or low-income financial status.
Must be US resident or US citizen.
Students must graduate Fall 2023 or later (Spring 2023/Summer 2023 ineligible to apply).
Deadline to apply is 5 pm on February 17.