| Learn the latest in research and applications in geography, sustainability, and GIScience. Meet and network with geographers, environmental scientists, and GIS specialists. Join AAG in Tampa April 8-12, 2014. |
| The AAG Annual Meeting is an interdisciplinary forum open to anyone with an interest in geography and related disciplines. All scholars, researchers, and students are welcome to present. |
| | | GIScience, GIS and Public Policy at the AAG Annual Meeting A core theme of the upcoming AAG Annual Meeting will be "GIScience, GIS, and Public Policy," which will explore the expanding role of GIScience and GIS in the public policy arena on crucial national issues. Participants are invited to develop ideas on this theme and to form sessions and submit papers. The potential for GIS and GIScience to contribute to public policy is becoming more broadly understood and central to governmental policy-making. AAG Annual Meeting |
| Florida's 21st Century Economy Banks on Tourism Florida recorded a record number of tourists for the first quarter of 2013 despite many obstacles, according to Ray Oldakowski of Jacksonville University. "Florida has come a long way since the nature based tourism of the early 20th century, and the state is banking on tourism to remain a major job and revenue creator in the state's 21st century economy," he writes. AAG Newsletter |
| Abstracts Due December 3, 2013 All abstracts must be submitted by December 3, 2013. Registrations must also be completed by Dec. 3 to receive the early registration discount. Register to Attend |
Meeting Locations The meeting will take place at the Tampa Convention Center. Discounted sleeping rooms will be offered at the following hotels starting at $199 per night from April 8 to April 12: - Tampa Marriott Waterside
- Embassy Suites
- Hilton Tampa Downtown
- Westin Tampa Harbour Island
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About the Meeting The five-day conference is expected to host more than 7,000 geographers from around the world and feature over 4,000 presentations, posters, workshops, and field trips by leading scholars and researchers. The program will also feature: - Latest Research - Presentations and posters by leading scholars and researchers
- Exhibit Hall - Booths and exhibits showcasing recent publications and new geographic technologies
- Career and Networking Opportunities - An international networking reception, a Jobs & Careers Center highlighting the latest employment opportunities for geographers, and career development sessions
- Special Events - World Geography Bowl, Awards Luncheon, and other attendee-organized events
- Workshops - Training sessions and workshops to help further your professional or academic career
- Field Trips - Attendees can explore the rich physical and cultural geography of Florida by signing up for informative field trips led by geographers or other scholarly experts
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