This month’s issue highlights the incredible outreach efforts taking place across Florida to introduce the next generation to our profession. From the successful surveying merit badge event in Gainesville to the Central Florida Chapter’s student map contest and workforce development initiatives, members throughout the state continue to invest in education, mentorship, as well as public awareness.
You’ll also find coverage of FAU’s workshop on emerging technology, policy, and professional licensure, where leaders from academia and industry came together to discuss AI, GIS, drones, and the evolving role of technology in professional practice. The discussions and demonstrations showcased how innovation is transforming surveying while reinforcing the importance of licensure, ethics, and professional competency. Another fascinating historical piece by past president Rick Pryce, explores the "Military Mapping Maidens" of World War II — the women whose cartographic work played a critical role in Allied success and
