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Geo Day 2022 Attendees

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) took a photo of all the Geo Day students and sponsors. The globe in the center signifies what geospatial careers are all about - geographical location. 

Geo Day Opening Session 

In the Geo Day opening session, Dr. Ramroop sets the stage for what the students will learn about geospatial careers and why they want to pursue them. 

Drone Demo

Students were able to experience a brand new ALDOT drone take off vertically and flip to fly. 

A look inside ALDOT

ALDOT brought both their UAS command trailer and their Mobile Scanning Truck for students to visit during one of the Geo Day workshops. 

Professionals Interact with Students 

The Alabama Society of Professional Land Surveyors (ASPLS) as well as professionals representing private companies interacted with students during workshops. 

Mapping Your Future 

One of the high school teachers said, “I wish I were young again” so she could be involved in this exciting career field. "We were really impressed by the large turnout," said Geospatial Informatics Department Chair Dr. Xutong Niu. "These students now have the information and a "map" to get the training & education they need to enter the 

Students Receive a Backpack 

When students arrived they received a backpack full of snacks, souvenirs and information before attending the opening session. 

ALDOT Demonstrates Drones

The Alabama Department of Transportation brought their Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) team with their drones to demonstrate.  They also gave students a tour of their Mobile Mapping Truck. 

Students Hear from Troy Graduates 

Workshops were conducted by geospatial professionals some of whom are Troy graduates. They explained how they use their degrees they earned at ��ɫ����TV.  

Latest Geospatial Technology Demonstrated  

Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) technology was demonstrated by a professional who volunteered her time to inspire students to pursue geospatial careers. 

Groups See Campus on the Way to Workshops

ALDOT Demonstrates Latest Drone Technology 

Every Student Puts Their Puzzle Piece in the World Map

Students View Virtual Reality Drone Flights