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Support for Spatial Research
U-Spatial is a nationally recognized model that serves and drives a fast-growing need for expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, and spatial computing across the University.
U-Spatial is expanding system-wide support by merging with UMD's Geospatial Analysis Center.
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Help Desk
The Help Desk is available to answer most questions related to GIS, remote sensing, and spatial data. If we can't answer your question, we know someone on campus who can and will get you connected!
Training
Training
U-Spatial offers instructor-led workshops focusing on different geospatial tools/technologies and other resources.
January 22 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Story Maps 101: Visual Storytelling with Maps
This two-hour workshop guides participants through the process of telling stories with maps using the Esri Story Map platform.
January 24 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Story Maps 101: Visual Storytelling with Maps
This workshop guides participants through the process of telling stories with maps using the ArcGIS StoryMap platform. A discussion about best practices in visual storytelling will precede a step-by-step tutorial on creating your own Esri Story Map.
January 27 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Web GIS 101: Introduction to Mapping with ArcGIS Online
This five-hour workshop introduces participants to web-based mapping and spatial analysis using Esri's ArcGIS Online. If you are new to GIS, this is the workshop for you.