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Subject:        Re: Library school recommendations
Date:   Thu, 20 Sep 2007 09:54:58 -0400
From:   Patrick Florance <[log in to unmask]>
To:     Maps, Air Photo & Geospatial Systems Forum <[log in to unmask]>



Hi Susan,

This is a great question.  I looked into doing something very similar
before working at the Harvard Map Collection.

Two schools I know of have dual degree programs in library science and
geography: University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee and the University of
Maryland, College Park

I would look for schools that either have a solid map library or that
have solid geography or equivalent departments that offer courses in
GIS and cartography and remote sensing.  I would also recommend a more
technical program offering courses in databases design, digital
imaging, preservation, and internet protocols, etc. Also, I would look
at current job postings to see what sort of skills and experience are
in demand.

Programs I recommend:
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
University of Maryland, College Park
University of Wisconsin, Madison
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
University of Pittsburgh
University of Texas, Austin

Hope this helps. Good luck!

Patrick

Patrick Florance
Senior GIS Specialist
University Information Technology
Tufts University
16 Dearborn Road
Somerville, MA 02144

Phone: 617.627.4235
Fax: 617.627.3667
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http://gis.tufts.edu


>
> Hello,
> I am planning to begin library school next fall and am now deciding
> which schools to apply to. Map librarianship is one career path that I
> am interested in. I have a bachelors degree in Geology from Oberlin
> College and am interested in combining my geology knowledge with my
> library & information studies.
>
> I have not been able to find any information about schools which might
> be good for learning about map libraries, and was directed to this
> listserve for advice. I am also curious as to whether there are jobs out
> there that combine field-work with library-work. I look forward to
> hearing your responses!
>
> Thank you,
> Susan
>