This semester I am completing my GIS Internship course as my
final requirement for the GIS Graduate Certificate at UWF. I recently held a position
as a Cadastral Mapper so I am using that experience for my internship and will
continue to take some ESRI classes during the semester.
I have been a member of a few groups since starting my GIS
journey at UWF in 2023. I have been a Friend of FLURISA since I started the
program in which I have attended some webinars when available. This past year I
attended the Central Florida GIS Workshop at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach,
FL. This is a great event filled with presentations on a variety of GIS topics,
ESRI trainings, a map and app gallery, and exhibitors representing private sector companies as well as public sector organizations. This workshop is a great way
to learn about a variety of GIS topics and applications as well as network with
other GIS professionals. I was able to meet Amber Bloechle and Dr. John Morgan
at the workshop, so that was great to connect in person!
Since I have some experience working with the Brevard County
Property Appraiser as a Cadastral Mapper, I decided to join the Florida
Association of Cadastral Mappers (FACM). FACM is dedicated to promoting, educating, and
assisting in the development of cadastral mapping in Florida. They also offer a
series of courses designed to support and educate cadastral mapping professionals.
In addition, since beginning the program in 2023 I have
maintained an ESRI Professional Plus/Student user license. This has allowed me
to take ESRI courses during down times and stay familiar with ArcGIS Online. Also included in the license is the ArcUser publications which are great for keeping up on the GIS industry. I
highly encourage anyone in this program to take advantage of this license as the
cost is minimal at $100/yr.
