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  • FITS supports student success, academics through real-life training

    November 28, 2022
    GIS Day is an annual event that provides an opportunity for students, staff, faculty and the broader community to learn more about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and to celebrate the power of geospatial data, methods and technologies for answering research questions and solving real-world problems.On November 16, Ohio State’s Facilities Information and Technology Services (FITS) provided tw...
    PARE's Aaron Kidwell, a senior GIS analyst, flies a drone

  • Free GIS, Building Modeling, Space Management Training

    November 1, 2022
    Facilities Information and Technology Services (FITS) provides free virtual training classes for a variety of facilities planning needs. Training classes include GIS, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Space Information and Management System (SIMS) and more. Register for a virtual training session or watch a recorded session online. Take advantage of this no-cost professional development opport...
    generic building drawing

  • In the News: Accessible FITS

    October 26, 2022
    With the tap of a button, users can now view accessible entrances and wellness spaces on the Columbus campus map via the Ohio State app. Thanks to the Office of Technology and Digital Innovation (OTDI) and Facilities Information and Technology Services (FITS), these new resources will help create a more accessible campus travel experience. Read full article. ...
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  • FITS Recognized for Outstanding GIS Program

    September 28, 2022
    Facilities Information and Technology Services (FITS) was recently recognized by The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (ODAS) with the GIS Best Practices award for outstanding enterprise-wide GIS projects. Treavon Clark, Aaron Kidwell and Larisa Kruger were highlighted during the annual Ohio GIS conference for their work providing photographic, analytic and data management support to a v...
    GIS team with GIS award

  • In the News: Student Input Key to New Campus Master Plan

    September 20, 2022
    Ohio State News recently highlighted university efforts to engage the campus community on the development of a new campus master plan, Framework 3.0. Ohio State hosted multiple student engagement session on September 14 at several locations around the Columbus campus to gather feedback.Suggestions included more parking closer to classes, more dining options with ethnic dishes and more outdoor sea...
    Students use post-it notes to share feedback

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