About GEOTERPS
Hello, Geographical Sciences community!
We are thrilled to launch GeoTerps, a vibrant space for all members of our department—undergraduates, graduates, faculty, and friends of the Geography Club and GGSO. This blog is designed to foster communication, collaboration, and connection within our community, all while embracing our mission to Be Global.
In GeoTerps, you will find:
- Updates and Announcements: Stay informed about departmental news, events, and opportunities.
- Student Spotlights: Share your experiences, research, and interests with your peers.
- Opportunities: Discover internships, job openings, workshops, and events that support your academic and professional growth.
- Discussions and Insights: Engage in conversations about geography and its many intersections with our world today.
We invite everyone to contribute! Whether you want to highlight a project you are passionate about, seek advice, or promote an event, this space is for you.
Be sure to subscribe to stay connected and receive notifications for future posts. Together, let us make GeoTerps a dynamic platform where we can all thrive and embrace our global perspectives.
We look forward to your contributions and are excited to see how this space will grow.
Let’s embark on this journey together—Be Global!
— The Department of Geographical Sciences Advising Team, GGSO & Geography Club
Recent Posts on GEOTERPS
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🌾 PAID Research Opportunity: Cropland Field Burning Mapping Project
Looking for hands-on experience in remote sensing and GIS? Join our cutting-edge research team! The Department of Geographical Sciences is seeking motivated students for an exciting research position focused on cropland field burning analysis using Earth observation data. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to important agricultural and environmental research while building valuable technical…
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Young Professionals Event-USGIF
Next Generation GEOINT is the newest edition of USGIF’s evening networking series designed specifically for the geospatial young professional community. The event will feature a panel of Lundahl-Finnie Lifetime Achievement Award winners, including Letitia Long, former Director of NGA, and Kevin O’Connell, former Director of the Office of Space Commerce, who will share personal stories and…
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Environmental & GIS Career Fair || Fall 2025
Tuesday, October 21, 2025Adele H. Stamp Student Union – Colony Ballroom12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The University of Maryland’s Annual Environmental and GIS Career Fair connects undergraduate and graduate students with employers seeking to hire for full-time and part-time positions and internships in environmental policy, communication, research, GIS, conservation, sustainability, and related fields. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity. Join us…