Keith Masback Named President of USGIF
USGIF is pleased to announce the arrival of Keith J. Masback as the Foundation's president. With more than 20 years in military and government service, Masback succeeds K. Stuart Shea, who was selected by the Board of Directors to serve as chief executive officer. Read more about Mr. Masback and his dedication to the tradecraft in this latest press release.
Jill Smith and Matt O'Connell Join USGIF's Board of Directors
DigitalGlobe CEO Jill Smith and GeoEye President and CEO Matt O'Connell were elected new members of the USGIF Board of Directors at the board's annual meeting on February 20. Jack Dangermond and Michael F. Goodchild completed their board terms and were elected the status of emeritus directors.
DNI McConnell, LTG Alexander, and Mr. Large Confirmed Keynote Speakers at GEOINT 2008
Director of National Intelligence Mike McConnell, Director of the National Security Agency U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Keith Alexander, and Director of the National Reconnaissance Office Scott Large have all confirmed their participation as keynote speakers in this years' GEOINT 2008 Symposium. Take a look at the latest news release to learn more about this and the GEOINT 2008 Symposium.
USGIF Accredits Universities under First-Ever Geospatial Intelligence Accreditation and Certificate Program
Three national universities have received accreditation for their geospatial intelligence programs by the USGIF Academy. The University of Missouri at Columbia, Pennsylvania State University and George Mason University became the first schools to be accredited under this program, the first and only of its kind.
Get Your GEOINT 2007 DVD Now!
The GEOINT 2007 DVD is now on sale. This DVD box set capturing all three days of the symposium includes keynote speeches, panel discussions and interoperability demos. DVD's from the GEOINT 2005 and 2006 Symposium are also available for sale at a discounted price.
GEOINT 2007 Transcripts Now Available!
Transcripts from the GEOINT 2007 Symposium are now available through the USGIF Member Portal. All three days of plenary sessions including keynote speeches, panelist discussions, and the interoperability demo are included.
GEOINT 2007 Highlights
GEOINTv captured some of the many highlights during the 2007 Symposium. Take a look and see some of the exciting events that unfolded during GEOINT 2007!
EXTRA! EXTRA! Read All About It
The GEOINT 2007 Symposium generated a variety of interesting news relating to both technology and policy. Read about the event and what information and issues have piqued the media's interest.
USGIF Announces 2007 Scholarship Recipients
The USGIF has announced the recipients of this year's Scholarship Program. Outstanding students studying the tradecraft to obtain their doctorate, master's, or bachelor's degree, along with two graduating high school seniors, were awarded a total of $54,000 from the Foundation.
USGIF Accepting 2007 Accreditation Applications
The USGIF Academy has released its Accreditation Certification documents for colleges and universities to accredit their academic-based, college level geospatial intelligence community by ensuring a robust workforce for the community.
USGIF Seeks Academic Director
Become part of the first organization that brings together the many disciplines involved in the geospatial intelligence tradecraft through exchanging ideas, sharing best practices, and promoting the education and importance of a national geospatial intelligence agenda.