The mission of the Cartography and Geographic Information Society is to support research, education, and practice to improve the understanding, creation, analysis, and use of maps and geographic information to support effective decision-making and improve the quality of life.  The society serves as a forum for the exchange of original concepts, techniques, approaches, and experiences by those who design, implement, and use cartography, geographical information systems, and related geospatial technologies.

Announcements

• CaGIS ballot nominations. Please take a moment to review the impressive credentials of people who have volunteered to help steer the society in 2009 and beyond.
• CaGIS Membership in ACSM: Information relating to CaGIS operating independently from ACSM.
• AutoCarto Archive 1973-1997: Own it on a DVD! Get an idea of the contents of the DVD online!   
• 2008 Careers in Cartography and GIS published! Order bulk copies from us! 
• CaGIS journal has a new Editor and Associate Editor!
• The CaGIS Student Paper Award goes to Debarchana Ghosh, University of Minnesota!
• Upcoming meetings

Map Design Competition

Census Atlas of the United States--Best of Show, 35th Annual Map
Design Competition (2007).  For a complete list  of winners
in the 35th competition, go to Past Winners on the Awards page.

To view the gallery of winners from the 34th competition, click
the map below.  

For information on map winners in recent years, access the archive.