We are excited to publish the inaugural issue of the GISS Specialty Group Newsletter! This newsletter marks the start of a new way to connect our GIScience community and keep everyone informed about recent updates and upcoming activities.
Inside this issue, you will find:
- A welcome note from our Chair, Dr. Lei Zou.
- GISS activities at AAG 2025 – from the Waldo Tobler Distinguished Lectures to the Student Paper Competition and sponsored sessions.
- Spotlight on the GISS community, featuring news, award announcements, and student competition winners.
- Opportunities to get involved, including how to join GISS, organize sponsored sessions for AAG 2026, and contribute to future newsletters.
We sincerely thank all contributors who helped bring this newsletter to life. Your input is what makes our community thrive! As we look ahead to the 2026 AAG Annual Meeting in San Francisco (March 17–21, 2026), we invite you to stay connected, share your news, and help shape the future of GISS.
Read the full newsletter here.
If you have announcements, research highlights, or reflections you’d like to be included in future newsletters, please feel free to reach out to us.
Thank you for being part of the GISS community, and we look forward to connecting with you at AAG 2026 and beyond.
Best regards,
Yi Qiang (on behalf of GISS Board of Directors)