GEOG 4855 - City of Newman Project Service-Learning PlanAt — Newman, City of

Opportunity Summary 

Students involved in this project will gain valuable hands-on experience in GIS administration, data management, and strategic planning. They will have the opportunity to work directly with a rural agency to address real-world challenges, contributing to enhancing local government operations within the San Joaquin Valley region. By engaging in service-learning experiences and forging partnerships, students will develop essential teamwork and communication skills. Furthermore, they will understand the importance of leveraging collective capacity to drive sustainable growth and innovation in GIS administration.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

Students will emerge from this project with a deeper understanding of GIS technology's role in local government and with the skills to think strategically for long-term GIS utilization.

Opportunity Training 

Attending the GEOG 4855 Class

Additional risk specific to this opportunity 

None

Opportunity Application Instructions 

None

Program 
Curricular Community Engaged Learning
Service Learning
Location Type 
Hybrid (combination of on-site and remote)
Location 
United States
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
No
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing