GS student travels to Vietnam
Contact Information
JMU's Center for International Stabilization and Recovery (CISR)
Contact Details
cisr@jmu.edu
Description
Cory Rahman (’16) got the opportunity to aid mine action organizations in Vietnam with using geographic information systems (GIS) technology in their processes for clearing explosive remnants of war (ERW) hazards in the country. This hands-on application of geography to a real-world application provided both a tremendous learning opportunity for Rahman, as well as important service to the Vietnamese people. His work on humanitarian GIS was made possible by JMU’s Center for International Stabilization and Recovery (CISR) and JMU Geographic Science faculty through a project sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
Web Presence
https://www.jmu.edu/news/gs/2017/02-06-cory-rahman-travels-to-vietnam.shtml
Involvement
Involves Faculty, Involves Students, Involves Participants External to JMU
Scope
International Scope
Date
2017
Frequency
One Time Only
Primary Focus of Program
Community and Economic development
Community Partner Name
U.S. Department of State
Areas of Engagement
Community Engagement, Engaged Learning
Format
Program
On/Off campus
Off campus