Getting Ready for 2027? Check out these opportunities!
We're excited to share two opportunities to explore for those interested in GIS storytelling!
NEH Community Deep Mapping Institute (CDMI)
June 16–23, 2027 | Houghton, Michigan Application Deadline: November 22, 2026
Hosted jointly by Michigan Technological University and Wayne State University, the NEH Community Deep Mapping Institute brings together scholars and practitioners interested in advancing spatial humanities and community-engaged research.
Selected fellows will learn from experts in digital and spatial humanities, explore advanced geospatial tools and visualization techniques, and develop a prototype deep map using data from their own research.
Learn more and apply: keweenawhistory.com/deepmappinginstitute-383924
2026 ArcGIS StoryMaps Competition: Maps Are for the Bold
Submission Deadline: December 11, 2026
Have a compelling story to tell through maps? The 2026 ArcGIS StoryMaps Competition invites participants to submit stories that demonstrate the power of geography to inspire new perspectives and meaningful action.
Submissions should address one of four categories:
- Seeing What Others Missed: Reveal unexpected patterns or insights through mapping.
- Refusing the Status Quo: Challenge conventional approaches using geographic storytelling.
- Designing a Better Future: Use geography to anticipate challenges and explore solutions.
- Acting with Clarity in Complexity: Demonstrate how maps support informed decision-making amid uncertainty.
Learn more: esri.com/en-us/arcgis/products/arcgis-storymaps/contest/overview
