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Welcome to this week's edition of the POB eNews...
Looking into the history of Father's Day, I admit that I was expecting to learn that it had something to do with land surveying. However, I failed to find a connection (for now at least). But I think, with your help, we can change that unfortunate oversight.
In honor of Father's Day, Sunday, June 15, POB has a gift to extend. We want to publish your family's creative Father's Day tribute to dear old dad, land-surveyor style. But we need some co-conspirators to make it happen.
Perhaps you have an aspiring young artist who is crafting a handmade card or picture this very minute that shows dad hard at work. Maybe you are part of a multigenerational surveying family and can share a cool photo reflecting that tradition. Or maybe you even have an aspiring film director or news reporter who tells stories through video instead of finger paint and crayons. The possibilities are endless, and so are the rewards.
So let's correct this historical oversight and start celebrating Father's Day the way it should be: land-surveyor style. Send your family's expressions of love and gratitude to lyonsw@bnpmedia.com for possible publication in our print or online magazines. I can't wait to see them.
P.S. Please send your high-quality image (300 dpi at either 1200 x 1800 pixels or 600 x 900 pixels) in .jpg or .tif format as an attachment.
This month, we want to know how hard you think the national licensure exams are. Take a moment to vote in our Quick Poll at www.pobonline.com. |
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AEC Store Corner: Show your Surveying Pride with POB's Surveying T-Shirt and Hat.
T-Shirts are white, heavyweight ultra-cotton and perfect for lounging on weekends or wearing for comfort under your field gear. Our T-shirts include a small POB logo on the front left chest and a giant surveying industry logo on the back. Available in sizes L and XL only.
This high-quality baseball cap is just right for cool weather, sunny evenings or bad-hair days. The embroidered black surveying logo looks sharp on the front of this almond-colored cap. Point of Beginning is embroidered on the back just above the adjustable fabric strap and brass buckle. One size fits all. Available in beige.
Purchase these two items in combination and SAVE! CLICK HERE to purchase! |
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Harry O. Ward, PE, Named VP of Carlson Software
In recognition of the growth that Carlson Software has been experiencing in civil engineering sales and its training division, Harry O. Ward, PE, has been named a vice president by the land development software company. As such, he will be directing the operations of Carlson College and the Civil Engineering Division.
Coalition of Geospatial Organizations Formed
Several national geospatial organizations have recently come together to create the Coalition of Geospatial Organizations, COGO.
Learn What's New in ArcGIS Desktop 9.3
The user-friendly features of ESRI's soon-to-be-released ArcGIS Desktop 9.3 and the software's many enhancements will be demonstrated during an online training seminar June 19, 2008, at 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 3:00 p.m. Pacific daylight time.
Optech Lidar Technology Delivers Weather Reports from Mars
The weather report from Mars is great, thanks to the Optech lidar technology at the heart of NASA's Phoenix Mars mission. The Phoenix Mars lander made a dramatic landing on the Red Planet on Sunday, May 25th after a journey of 10 months and hundreds of millions of miles through deep space.
Leica ADS40 Supports Relief Efforts After Earthquake in China and Saves Lives
In the aftermath of the devastating May 12 earthquake in Sichuan, China, local authorities coordinating disaster relief efforts required a fast, accurate and comprehensive overview of the damage and affected areas. |
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Spectra Precision Introduced Rugged Data Collector and New Field Software
The Spectra Precision Nomad data collector and Field Surveyor 2.0 field software solution provides increased functionality for surveying applications, including topographic data collection, staking and layout, boundary and cadastre, and comprehensive COGO and roading routines for FOCUS 10 total stations and EPOCH 25 GPS systems.
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Laser Scanning Project Manager - Raleigh, N.C.
Licensed Surveyor or 10 years experience in geomatics specialty and 5 years of laser scanning experience. Large GSA, architectural, and industrial project experience preferred. Excellent career opportunity, salary and benefits.
EOE M/F/D/V
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Joke of the Week: Fathers, Then & Now
In honor of Father's Day, Sunday, June 15, we offer this look at how fatherhood has changed over the last century:
- In 1900, fathers prayed their children would learn English. Today, fathers pray their children will speak English.
- In 1900, a father's horsepower meant his horses. Today, it's the size of his minivan.
- Click to pobonline.com for more ...
Problem: Project Management: Ethics and Liability
Which of the following activities is not prohibited by most codes of ethics for surveyors?
(A) advertising in a self-laudatory manner
(B) practicing in an area of the profession where the surveyor is not proficient
(C) accepting remuneration other than for services rendered
(D) expressing an opinion as to who owns the land when testifying as an expert witness in court
Cool Link of the Week: GIS Zone
This free, bright and lively game Web site produced by Ordnance Survey aims to teach mapping skills to kids (and even adults) in a fun way. At GIS Zone, players learn what GIS is, how it is used and then puts them in the hot seat actually using it to solve a variety of missions.
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Sculpting change
A land surveyor and lover of the outdoors used nature as his template when he set out to improve the landscaping in his gritty Texas neighborhood.
Click here for more national headlines related to surveying and mapping. |
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