VAS presented a certificate of Honorary Member to Dr. Gladys West, mathematician and Virginian whose math models of the Earth's shape & development of satellite geodesy models went into creating GPS.
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“Today, surveying involves many different elements and one’s career is only limited by imagination and creativity. The tools of the trade continue to change rapidly as new technologies are applied to surveying: LiDAR, GPS, and the use of drones.” https://t.co/moDXZkeA4Y
“The quickest way to find yourself outside the lines is to let your ethics slide. Create an environment that teaches survey foundations and how to be ethical as well.” https://t.co/hbI7CC5R5j
The Foundation has announced the newly created “Judy Hite Scholarship for Women in Surveying”. Judy was the Executive Secretary for VAS for many years and was a friend to all and helpful in many ways to the Foundation. https://t.co/qv0rj7bdVm
“The surveyor searches for answers in the details. We understand that error is a part of every equation and every act. Change is good, but the surveyor understands the importance of the past.” https://t.co/1dxMAxAxZW