Minnesota GIS/LIS Announcement Submission Form

Minnesota GIS/LIS Announcement Submission Form

Click here to view our guide for writing an announcement.
How to Write a Minnesota GIS/LIS E-announcement

E-announcements are GIS-related “news flashes” periodically emailed to Consortium members. They are timely news items of significance to the Minnesota geospatial community. Each item is typically around 100 words and should contain a link or contact for more information. All submissions are reviewed and may be edited by the board secretary.

E-announcements must be concise. Readers scan quickly and are impatient.
- Start with the main point and then add only enough information to help the reader decide whether they want to find out more. For example, if you are publicizing an event, include the topic, date, general location and whether or not there is a cost. Link to an event webpage or flyer for details such as agendas, driving directions, menus and RSVP instructions. Example of a typical announcement:
- Write an informative headline. Most readers decide which announcements to read based on the headline.
- Provide contact info (email, phone number or webpage), either in the announcement or a related webpage/flyer.
- Use clear, everyday language and avoid jargon unless it is well-understood by geospatial professionals.
- Avoid sales pitches. The Consortium does not accept announcements that are solicitations (see our policy)
- Ask a colleague to review your announcement before you submit it. They will help catch errors and missing information.
FAQ
- Who is the audience? Our announcements are aimed at our members: GIS professionals and others interested in geospatial activities in Minnesota. The announcements are sent only to Consortium members and are not archived online.
- What topics are appropriate? Announcements should have a broad appeal to geospatial professionals or should address a niche topic of sufficient interest. Very technical, specialized topics are rarely appropriate. They should either focus on Minnesota or have an impact on the Minnesota GIS/LIS community. The Consortium reserves the right to refuse any material deemed inappropriate ( see our policy)
- What is the expected announcement length and format? Aim to be as concise as possible. Announcements are generally about 100 words, or 1-2 short paragraphs.

Your Contact Info

In case we have any questions!
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number (Optional)
Please enter a valid phone number.
Announcement Information
What type of announcement is this?*

General InformationSingle Day EventMulti Day EventOther
Please note- Announcement submissions need to be at least 3 days before the desired week of the announcement.
Is this announcement for?

Fall ConferenceSpring WorkshopsGIS DayOther
Please select the first week that you would like this announcement to go out *

MonthDayYear
Calendar weeks start on Monday, please select the first week by selecting that Monday.
Please select the last week this announcement should go out*

MonthDayYear
Date
Announcement Title

Please select the Monday of the week you would like this shared. NOTE: Typically announcements go out Tuesday or Thursday of the given week.
Enter Announcement Title Here:*
Please make sure title is concise and informative.
Announcement Description

Please use the textbox tool below to format the way you would like it displayed in the announcement.
- If you need text bolded, please bold text.
- If you need to include hyperlinks, please format with the hyperlinked text.
- If you need bullet points, please format with bulleted text. (Copy/Paste from Microsoft Word may lead to formatting issues)
Enter Announcement Description Here:*
Event Location*
Event Date/Event Start Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Start Time

Hour Minutes

AM/PM Option
Event End Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
End Time

Hour Minutes

AM/PM Option
Additional information?
Frequency of announcement, special requests, etc?
Supplementary Graphics
Please share any images relevant to your announcement.

By submitting graphics, you are giving consent for the Consortium to use them for its e-announcements and social media (with credit to the organization where applicable)
File Formats allowed: jpg, jpeg, png, gif
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Minnesota GIS/LIS Announcement Submission Form

Your Contact Info

Announcement Information

Supplementary Graphics