Initially, Liz Ducey came from a biology background with the goal of
working in environmental science. She went on to gain graduate
credentials and professional connections from UMBC’s Geographic Information Systems Program. Utilizing
her skills from the program, Liz became a geospatial analyst at a top
global consulting firm. She describes her experiences in the classroom
and the workplace, and the doors that the GIS graduate program opened
for her.
Realizing New Opportunities
Liz gained the skills to work on various types of data across industries. She found that she could expand her horizons. Specifically, opportunities to work in environmental science, public safety, renewable energy, or fire and emergency services opened up with her knowledge and credentials. After taking the Geospatial Intelligence Seminar taught by a professor who worked at Booz Allen Hamilton, Liz realized a new category of jobs was available to her. At her current company, she applies her geospatial data analysis and cartography skills. Liz works in different capacities within projects for clients in these industries.
