Silly Map Competition

GIS is totally serious all the time!

Do you long for an opportunity to infuse goofiness into your GIS work? Have you always wanted to methodically rate the vibes of every UMass bathroom, but haven't had the opportunity to be celebrated for this important work? Look no further! Show off your creativity and storytelling by creating the silliest map possible (keeping it university appropriate, of course).  

Snacks and archival map souvenirs will be provided! 

Time: 3:30 - 4:30pm

Location: Morrill 225

Eligibility

• You have a sense of humor

• You are (at least somewhat) proficient in GIS tools. Google maps is a valid option here! 

Submission Instructions

Note that the submission form requires signing into a Google account.  If you don't have a Google account, please email Natalia at nsruiz@umass.edu.

• Go to the submission form

• Submit your silly map by Monday, 11/11, at 11:59 pm

Prizes

Winners will be announced at the Mappy Hour. The top contestants will be receive a gift bag of awesome prizes, courtesy of the UMass Amherst Science and Engineering Library and the Department of Earth, Geographic, and Climate Sciences.