ECU Center for Geographic Information Science
The ECU Center for Geographic Information Science promotes the development and application of geospatial data and technology in support of the University’s teaching, research, and outreach mission. The Center provides both internal and regional stakeholders with access to geospatial expertise while creating opportunities for students to develop technological skills and to apply geographic knowledge to address societal problems
Services
East Carolina University faculty and students can be hired to support your geospatial research and projects, as well as to provide cartographic support for classes and publications. Charges vary depending on whether you are an ECU employee/student or are an off-campus entity. We provide a wide variety of services based on your needs.
- GIS & Cartographic Support
- Poster printing (posters up to 36” wide, minimum charge of 3’)
- Media Conversion
- Senior Consulting
- Data Acquisition and Services
- Web Mapping Development
Education and Training
ArcGIS Desktop 10 Training Classes
- Introduction to ArcGIS
- Advanced ArcGIS
ESRI Virtual Campus
Online, self-paced training available to ECU students, facullty, and staff.
Geographic Information Science Degrees & Certificates
Geographic Information Science and Technology, BS
Geographic Information Science Certificate (Undergraduate)
Geographic Information Science and Technology Certificate (Graduate)
People
Center Leadership
Scott Wade
Co-Director &
Undergraduate GIS Certificate Coordinator
Department of Geography, Planning and Environment
Brewster Building A-236
252-328-6029
wades@ecu.edu
Rob Howard
Co-Director
Department of Geography, Planning and Environment
Brewster Building A-233
252-737-1770
howardro@ecu.edu
Faculty Affiliates
Guy Iverson
Assistant Professor
Department of Health Education and Promotion
252-737-2014
iversong18@ecu.edu
Steven Richter
Assistant Professor
Department of Geography, Planning and Environment
Brewster A-213
252-328-6579
richters22@ecu.edu
Hannah Sirianni
Assistant Professor & Graduate GIS Certificate Coordinator
Department of Geography, Planning and Environment
Brewster Building A-204
252-328-4992
siriannih21@ecu.edu
Emily Yeager
Assistant Professor
Department of Recreation Sciences
1408 Carol G. Belk Building
252-737-2425
yeagere18@ecu.edu