If you've ever applied for a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF)—or are considering doing so—you may have encountered the term "broader impacts." What does this mean, exactly? And why is it important? Here's everything you need to know about your Broader Impacts section in any proposal. For many researchers, the National Science Foundation […]

Do you want to learn more about geography? Are you looking for a way to map out your neighborhood or school? If so, ArcGIS is the perfect tool for you! ArcGIS is a mapping software that allows users to create maps, analyze data, and share their findings with others. It is used by students, businesses, […]

Blog Introduction: You may be wondering how much money adjunct professors make. After all, they don't have the same job security or benefits as full-time professors. The answer to this question is a little bit complicated because there are a lot of variables at play. In this article, we'll break down some of the key […]

The Coursera Geographic Information Systems (GIS) specialization from UC Davis is a great way to get introduced to GIS and ArcGIS. I took the online course series as a recent graduate and found it to be a great overview of the field. While learning was convenient because the GIS data was handed to you, I […]

Are you thinking about going to graduate school? If so, you're making a great decision! There are many reasons to go to graduate school, and in this blog post we will discuss the top 5. Whether you want to gain more knowledge in your field or increase your earning potential, graduate school can help you […]