from the March 2002 Library Newsletter:

At this past Tuesday's common hour, Stacey Thornberry presented an explanation of Geographic Information Science. GIS, as it is known commonly, is a computerized process whereby multiple maps are overlaid to reveal economic, historical, demographic, and environmental relationships. Rick Turner BSC has acquired $30,000 worth of GIS software for use on this campus. In her presentation Stacey gave many examples of the potential uses for GIS: a business trying to identify high traffic areas at specific times, a homebuilder looking for a site with the best view, historians plotting Salem witch trial participants, and others. Stacey has voiced a willingness to meet with specific divisions or disciplines to demonstrate the possibilities of GIS.