ESRI is a leading industry provider of geospatial tools and research, featuring a wide variety of products from AI enhanced analysis to web-publishing solutions for classroom projects. The sheer number of different tools and applications offered by the ESRI digital ecosystem can appear overwhelming, as can the documentation and associated tutorials. To lower the barrier for using ESRI products, UCLA has a comprehensive licensing agreement with ESRI, and offers tutorials, consultations, and direct assistance with using the software.

As part of these efforts, this workshop introduces UCLA researchers to the wide range of ESRI products and services available free of charge through the university. Participants will learn about our single-sign on access and ESRI products, and the capabilities of ArcGIS Online, StoryMaps, and other ESRI tools to support mapping, spatial analysis, and data visualization across disciplines for research and teaching, with examples pulled directly from the Digital Humanities, Social Sciences, and Healthcare. 

We will also highlight the types of support available from OARC to the campus community, including training, research consultations, teaching support, and guidance on best practices for incorporating geospatial tools into your interests. Whether you are new to GIS or looking to expand your use of ESRI products, this session will provide a clear overview of the resources and expertise available at UCLA.