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AAG Annual Meeting 2012 (New York, NY)

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The Association of American Geographers invites you to join fellow geographers, GIS specialists, and environmental scientists in New York City from February 24 to February 28, 2012, for the latest in research and applications in geography, sustainability, and GIScience. The week-long conference will host more than 7,000 geographers from around the world and feature over 4,000 presentations, posters, workshops, and field trips by leading scholars, experts, and researchers. Sessions will be organized around topics and special themes such as:

  • Political Geography
  • Natural Hazards
  • Cartography
  • Geography Education
  • Climate Change
  • Human Geography
  • GIScience & Technologies
  • Physical Geography
  • Planning & International Development
  • Social Justice
  • And more!

The meeting program will also feature:

  • The Latest Research – Presentations and posters by leading scholars and researchers
  • Exhibit Hall – Booths and exhibits showcasing recent publications and new geographic technologies
  • Career and Networking Opportunities – An international networking reception, a Jobs in Geography Center highlighting the latest employment opportunities for geographers, and career development sessions
  • Special Events – Keynote presentations from distinguished speakers from inside and outside of geography, World Geography Bowl, and Awards Luncheon
  • Workshops – Training sessions and workshops to help further your professional and academic career
  • Field Trips – Attendees also will have several options to explore the rich cultural and physical geography of New York and the surrounding region through informative field trips and excursions

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The 2012 Annual Meeting will take place at the following two properties:

Hilton New York
1335 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10019

Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers
811 Seventh Avenue
New York, NY 10019

Onsite check in, the exhibition hall, breakout sessions and plenary sessions and receptions will take place at the Hilton New York,
while breakout sessions and many reception events will take place at the Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers.

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