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Learn how to uncover interesting news stories by mapping data with geographic information system (GIS) software during an intensive mini-boot camp Jan. 6-8, 2006, in Columbia, Mo.

IRE and NICAR will conduct this hands-on training using ArcView 9 GIS. We will look at noteworthy stories that have used mapping and point you to stories that you can uncover using census and other data. The sessions will include address geocoding, thematic mapping, overlaying and spatial analysis.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own data to work on during open lab time. Participants should have basic knowledge in using relational database programs such as Access or FoxPro.

Registrants for this seminar will be eligible to purchase mapping software at discounted prices and will receive "Mapping the News: Case Studies in GIS and Journalism" at no extra cost. IRE members can qualify for discounts on geographic information system software by attending a GIS training event conducted by IRE and NICAR or ESRI.

Jan. 6-8, 2006 — Columbia, MO
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  • Registration Form (pdf)
  • Schedule
  • Travel and Hotel Information

  • Prices per participant for members of IRE:

    Newspapers:
    Sunday circulation under 50,000 $300
    Sunday circulation under 100,000 $500
    Sunday circulation 100,000 and over $750

    Television:
    50-200 market $300
    25-50 market $500
    Top 25 market $750

    Radio: $500

    Magazine and Newsletters: $300

    Online Media: Contact us for rate (depends on market size)
    Universities: $300

    Freelance: $250

    Students: $250


    Prices per participant for nonmembers of IRE:

    (Price includes $50 membership fee).
    Newspapers:
    Sunday circulation under 50,000 $350
    Sunday circulation under 100,000 $550
    Sunday circulation 100,000 and over $800

    Television:
    50-200 market $350
    25-50 market $550
    Top 25 market $800

    Radio: $550

    Magazine and Newsletters: $350

    Online Media: Contact us for rate (depends on market size)
    Universities: $350

    Freelance: $300

    Students: $275