[Asis-l] ASIST/Potomac Valley Chapter program on Visual Storytelling--deadline Apr 12

[Hahn,Trudi]

[Apologies for cross-posting….]  NOTE DEADLINE THIS Friday!

The data deluge has arrived!  Come learn why librarians and information professionals need big data analytics.  Register now!


Association for Information Science and Technology
(formerly: American Society for Information Science & Technology)

Potomac Valley Chapter

presents

Dr. Yair G. Rajwan

Better Insight Better Decision:

Implementing Best Practices Through Visual Storytelling


SPEAKER:  Yair G. Rajwan is the director of Analytics Visualization at Visual Science Informatics, LLC. He has MSc  and DSc degrees in computer science from George Washington University and an MSc in Health Sciences Informatics from Johns Hopkins University.  Dr. Rajwan provides ‘big data’ analytics capabilities and information visualization techniques enabling better engagement effectiveness, better decision-making collaboration, and better perspective on outcomes and impact.
PROGRAM:  Visual Analytics is a scientific discipline for discovery and communication of meaningful insights on data. Dr. Rajwan will discuss the four core components of visual analytics methodology: Data Architecture, Data Analysis, Information Visualization, and Evaluation Methods; and illustrate with examples how information professionals can use visual analytics to provide comprehensive point of views, create actionable intelligence, and engage audience through effective visual communication.
Light buffet dinner before presentation
Open to all!
When:    Tuesday, April 16, 2013, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where:    Catholic University of America, McGivney Hall 106 and foyer.  [Map is on registration page]
Cost:       Students   $5.00
                  Members   $15.00
                  Non-members   $20.00
Register Today:  http://www.asis.org/Chapters/asispvc/4-16-2013/index.html
Registration deadline: Thursday, April 11, 2013
Transportation and Parking:  The DC Metro is the fastest and easiest way to reach campus. Take Metro's Red Line, in the direction of Glenmont, and arrive at the Brookland-CUA metro stop. McGivney Hall is a 5-minute walk from the Metro.  Free parking in McMahon lot is available.

Co-sponsors:  School of Library and Information Science, Catholic University of America and the CUA ASIST Student Chapter

Questions?  Contact Trudi Bellardo Hahn, tbh29 at drexel.edu<mailto:tbh29 at drexel.edu>
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