Please join us on Thursday, November 16 at 11:30 AM (Eastern Time) for a topical session on the GeoRef database organized by the Geoscience Information Society (GSIS) in celebration of the distinguished career of Sharon N. Tahirkheli. Sharon recently retired from the American Geosciences Institute, after four decades of leadership of GeoRef and allied informationContinue reading “Topical session on GeoRef database and Sharon Tahirkheli”
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GSIS Newsletter issue 299
The new issue of the GSIS Newsletter was just published and is available here. The digital GSIS Newsletter is published quarterly in Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall by the Geoscience Information Society. GSIS members are encouraged to contribute content, including images and photos, for publication. Highlights from this edition include: Regular ColumnsThe schedule of GSIS MeetingContinue reading “GSIS Newsletter issue 299”
Registration Now Open for Geoscience Librarianship 101
Register for Geoscience Librarianship 101 at https://libguides.lib.usm.edu/gl101/home Join the Geoscience Information Society’s annual free two-day virtual workshop, Geoscience Librarianship 101, that introduces library/information science students, new librarians, and information professionals to some areas of geoscience librarianship, earth science information resources and their organization. Workshop Information:Date: November 14th – 15th, 2023Time: 3:00 pm – 6:00 pmContinue reading “Registration Now Open for Geoscience Librarianship 101”
Summer GSIS Newsletter issue is available!
The summer issue of the GSIS Newsletter is now available here. The digital GSIS Newsletter is published quarterly in Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall by the Geoscience Information Society. Access to the digital edition is free and is supported by the membership. Highlights from this issue include: Regular columns and updates Review of the SENCERContinue reading “Summer GSIS Newsletter issue is available!”
GSIS has a new webmaster!
Please welcome Dwight Hunter, who is stepping into the role of GSIS webmaster. His familiarity with WordPress has already yielded improvements to our site and I look forward to his providing a more lively venue for member issues and discussion. Dwight is a long time member of the GSIS and currently is employed at ChattanoogaContinue reading “GSIS has a new webmaster!”
Slides and recording from GSIS-ESIP webinar are available
The slides presented at the June 7, 2023 webinar on Empowering Collaborations that Make Data More Fair are available here. Recording of the webinar is available here. The event featured presentations by Megan Carter and Karl Benedict from the Earth Science Information Partners (ESIP).
Reminder that nominations are sought for awards
Just a reminder that nominations for the various GSIS awards are due soon. Please refer to the list of awards for details about submitting a nomination.
Upcoming webinar: Earth Science Information Partners (ESIP): Empowering Collaborations that Make Data More FAIR
The Geoscience Information Society will host a webinar on June 7 from 2:00 – 3:00 (eastern time). Please join us for a presentation by Megan Carter and Karl Benedict on “Earth Science Information Partners (ESIP): Empowering Collaborations that Make Data More FAIR” followed by time for Q & A. We hope to see you there!Continue reading “Upcoming webinar: Earth Science Information Partners (ESIP): Empowering Collaborations that Make Data More FAIR”
Spring GSIS Newsletter now available!
The newest issue of the GSIS Newsletter is now available! Highlights include: GSIS Committee ReportsCall for Awards NominationsMember NewsUpcoming eventsNew OA journals & Newsand much more!
Nominations Sought for 2023 Mary B. Ansari Distinguished Service Award
Nominees are being sought for the Geoscience Information Society (GSIS) 2023 Mary B. Ansari Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes and honors significant contributions to the geoscience information profession. The award is named after Mary Ansari, a former GSIS President and strong supporter of the Society, and will be presented at the GSIS Annual MeetingContinue reading “Nominations Sought for 2023 Mary B. Ansari Distinguished Service Award”