Geographic Awareness Week (GAW)
2018 Schedule of Events
Igniting the Spirit of Exploration - Migration
November 11-17
Each year, over 100,000 Americans actively participate in Geography Awareness Week. Established by Presidential proclamation over 30 years ago, this annual public awareness program organized by National Geographic Education Programs (NGEP) encourages citizens young and old to think and learn about the interconnectedness of our world.
Scheduled Events
Monday (11/12)
Mega Earth Migrations
11:00 am - 1:00 pm Memorial Union
Stop by the Memorial Union lobby near Starbucks to test your knowledge of animal migrations through-out the world. We will have our giant globe available for world exploration.
Travelogue Presentation "Destination S.E. Asia: Impressions of a Region in Transition"
by Dr. Paul Phillips, Emeritus Faculty, FHSU
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Tomanek Hall 106
What are the takeaways from a three week tour of S.E. Asia? Join us to see S.E. Asia through the eyes of a cultural geographer. Dr. Phillips will share impressions from his recent visit to this unique and transitioning region.
Tuesday (11/13)
Where on Earth would you Go? Map activity
2nd Floor, Tomanek Hall
Geography Awareness Week activity to find out where our FHSU students, faculty, and staff would like to travel. All are invited to stop by the map posted on the bulletin board along the south hallway 2nd floor of Tomanek and mark a location you would like to visit.
Wednesday (11/14) GIS Day
Curious about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and want to know (or share) how the daily applications of GIS may be impacting you? GIS Day @FHSUGeo is part of a nationwide event to promote awareness of GIS and how we all use this evolving tool to analyze our world. For more information visit our GIS Day page.
GIS Workshop 10:30 am - 11:30 am Tomanek Hall 121
Keynote Presentation "Maping in the Dark"
by Dr. Jonathan Sumrall, Geology Faculty, FHSU
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Memorial Union, Trails Room 217
Thursday (11/15)
Friendsgiving
4:30 am - 6:30 pm Tomanek Hall 227
The Department of Geosciences and the Geosciences Club is hosting a friendsgiving potluck supper for all who are inclined to explore the world and cultures around you. Turkey and Ham will be provided, anyone is welcome to join in for a fun gathering, we ask that you bring a dish to share with others. Food sign up is located in the main Geosciences office, TH 233.
Week Long Events
Chalkboard Chat Tomanek Hall, 2nd Floor Elevator Lobby
Visit the Department of Geosciences in Tomanek Hall to check the blackboard every day this week to give your input on related topics.
Photography Contest
All are welcome to submit a photograph in the annual Photography Contest. This years categories are: Geology, Water, Weather, Ecology, Earth as Inspiration, or Migration. Winners will be selected for first place in each category. Contest open through November 26th. More information can be found at www.fhsu.edu/geo/events/Photocontest
Geoguessr Contest
Ever wonder what different parts of the world looked like? The Department of Geosciences would like to invite you to practice your observation and analysis skills while virtually exploring the world through the online line game Geoguessr. The competition starts on November 12th, all entries must be submitted on November 16th by noon. Prizes will be given to top scores. Winners will be announced on our website and Social media.
Geoguessr is an online game that drops you off anywhere in the world. You then have to figure out where in the world you are by virtually investigating the area and collecting visual clues to your location. When you think you know where you are take a guess on the map, the closer your guess is to the actual location the more points you can earn. Each game has 5 different locations for you to explore and earn potential points.
How to play:
- Go to https://geoguessr.com/
- Click Single Player
- Navigate along the roads, look at the terrain, check out road signs or billboards, evaluate the landscape and architecture.
- When you think you have collected enough clues, make a guess on the map. Earn points!
- Play, explore, practice, and print/capture your high score to be entered in the competition.
- Submit your high score results to the Geosciences Office no later than noon Nov. 16th. Printed scores should be delivered to Tomanek Hall 233. Not in Hays, thats okay, we still want you to play...screen capture your score and email it to geosciences@fhsu.edu.
Coloring Contest
Geography and Migration Themed coloring sheets are available all week long, and will be handed out at events. Entries must be completed and turned in by 1:00 pm on Friday, November 16th. Submit entries to the main Geosciences office, Tomanek Hall 223.
Other International Themed activities
International Education Week
The FHSU International Student Services Office is hosting several exciting international themed activities that may also be of interest to you.
Check out the flyer for additional details https://www.fhsu.edu/international/documents/iew-2018-flyer
Further Readings and Additional Activities
Kansas Geographic Alliance Geography Awareness Week (GAW) website - This webpage offers news, reading, maps, lessons, and presentations aimed to help increase awareness of geography and help you celebrate this year's theme.
To find out more about National Geographic Awareness Week and to find additional resources visit
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/programs/geography-awareness-week