Mapping Boot Camps
Learn how to uncover interesting news stories by mapping data with geographic information system (GIS) software during our intensive mini-boot camps.
IRE and NICAR conducts this hands-on training using the latest version of ArcView GIS. We will look at noteworthy stories that have used mapping and show you how to uncover stories using census and other data. The sessions will include address geocoding, thematic mapping, overlaying and spatial analysis.
Participants should have basic knowledge in using relational database programs such as Microsoft Access.
NICAR is a joint program of IRE and the Missouri School of Journalism.
Register for a mapping boot camp:
All mapping boot camps are held at IRE and NICAR headquarters in Columbia, Mo.
January 9-11, 2009: Mapping Data for News Stories Boot Camp schedule
Sliding fee scale:
Listed prices are for current IRE members. Nonmembers add
$60; nonmember students add $25.
Sunday circulation under 50,000
50-200 market
Upcoming Boot Camps
Oct. 6-10, 2008:
Computer-Assisted Reporting Boot Camp
Dec. 8-12, 2008:
FIU Computer-Assisted Reporting Boot Camp
January 4-9, 2009:
Computer-Assisted Reporting Boot Camp
January 9-11, 2009:
Mapping Data for News Stories Boot Camp
March 22-27, 2009:
Computer-Assisted Reporting Boot Camp
May 17-22, 2009:
Django and Web Programming (Django May 17-19, Web May 20-22)
August 9-14, 2009:
Computer-Assisted Reporting Boot Camp
General Information
Travel & lodging in Columbia, Mo.
Financial assistance
Boot camp alumni
