Advisory — University of Lethbridge to announce launch of new geospatial institute
Geomatics-related fields of study are taking another significant step forward at the University of Lethbridge thanks to major support from TECTERRA and the opening of a new research institute.
Geomatics is a branch of science that deals with the collection, analysis and interpretation of data relating to the Earth’s surface. ULethbridge students will be the biggest winners with the introduction of this new institute.
WHAT: Launch of new geospatial institute.
WHEN: Friday, Nov. 29, 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: University Hall, C752
Join University of Lethbridge and TECTERRA representatives as well as geomatics students as they launch the University’s newest research institute.
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Contact:
Trevor Kenney, Manager of Public Affairs
403-329-2710
403-360-7639 (cell)
@ULethbridge
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