Map and Geospatial Colleagues,

On behalf of the Western Association of Map Libraries (WAML) executive board, thank you to all who took the time to complete the WAML 2020 Conference Opinion Survey.

The survey had 70 responses. A summary of survey results, including basic descriptive statistics, is found at the following (bitly-shortened) Google Drive link: https://bit.ly/3cQD2FM

The survey produced insightful feedback on respondents’ thoughts about the on-going pandemic, fiscal constraints, and other concerns that pose significant impact on WAML 2020 conference activities. Based on this feedback the WAML executive board this morning voted to move the event to a virtual format.

The WAML 2020 Conference will be held entirely online October 14-16, 2020. Full conference details will be announced over the coming weeks on the conference website (http://www.waml.org/conf/).

While the COVID-19 pandemic has altered our lives in innumerable ways, WAML remains committed to supporting the continued advancement of the map and geospatial profession through its annual conference and other activities. We hope you all join us online in mid-October for a dynamic and engaging event!

Sincerely,

Matthew Toro

Director | Maps, Imagery, Geospatial Services

Map and Geospatial Hub | ASU Library
geospatial.asu.edu

From: Matthew Toro
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Subject: WAML 2020 Conference Opinion Survey -- Respond by May 21

Map and Geospatial Colleagues,

The Western Association of Map Libraries (WAML) will hold its annual conference in October 2020.

The conference (http://www.waml.org/conf/) is currently scheduled to take place at the University of Idaho's campus in Moscow, Idaho on October 14-17, 2020.

In light of the public health concerns brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, and its potential fiscal impacts, there is a possibility that the conference will be held virtually (online) on October 14-16, 2020.

Please complete this brief -- *120 second* -- survey to express your preference for and/or perceived ability to attend either an in-person conference in Moscow, Idaho or a virtual conference held fully online.

WAML 2020 Conference Opinion Survey

Please complete this survey by Thursday, May 21 at midnight (PDT). The results will be shared by the WAML executive board with the entire WAML community on Friday, May 22.

On behalf of the WAML Executive Board, we thank you for taking the time to provide your valued and critical input.

Sincerely,

Matthew Toro

Director | Maps, Imagery, Geospatial Services

Map and Geospatial Hub | ASU Library
geospatial.asu.edu