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Tools for Understanding
The
Roots Program - Spring 2003
Computer Mapping Program for Environmental Protection
Description of Program: Using Computer
mapping software to develop maps that show how lands were used
for community 'in the past' and 'now', and how it relates to us.
Results will be presented to different groups in the community
and displayed in the web site.
Purpose:
1. To advocate the importance ofenvironmental protection.
2. To arouse the awareness of various communities in the impact
of urban development on environment.
3. Participants will -
a. Serve the community.
b. Learn Environmental Protection.
c. Fulfill Volunteer Credits.
d. Get a chance to use the Largest Geographic Information System
(GIS) in New England.
e. Learn about Skyphotos of MA.
f. Get experience on computer mapping skill.
Date: 04/04/03 - 05/23/03
8 sessions
Time: Every Friday (4pm -
6:30pm)
Location:
- UMass Boston (Earth and Geographic Sciences laboratory).
- Episcopal Boston Chinese Ministry. 138 Tremont Street, Boston.
Requirement of students:
1. High School Students (Grade 9 - 12 ).
2. Basic computer operation knowledge.
Jointly organized by:
-University of Massachusetts, Boston.(Department of Earth and
Geographic Sciences)
-Environment Partnerships, Inc.
-Episcopal Boston Chinese Ministry
Click here to download application
in Word format.
Please return the application form by fax:
617-482-8431 or send the information by email: tpang1221@aol.com
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