FOR RELEASE
September 11, 2000

Lowcountry GIS users group workshop & trade show

1:004:00 p.m., Monday, Sept. 18

Mark Clark Hall, The Citadel campus

Open to the public

          The Citadel Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is holding a workshop and trade show for Lowcountry GIS users.

          GISGeographic Information Systemsis a computer-based mapping and database system that allows governments to integrate data to evaluate a wide range of urban and land management matters. Input data includes aerial photographs, satellite images, GPS (Global Positioning System) data, and traditional survey data.

          The event, which is free and open to the public, will include technical presentations as well as vendor displays and will give Lowcountry GIS users an opportunity to discuss current issues, applications, and technology.

          For additional information, please contact Capt. Jeff Davis in the department of civil and environmental engineering at 953-7687 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .