NACIS 2024

Opening Remarks
Brooke Marston, NACIS President

Launch of Atlas in a Day with Guerrilla Cartography
Alicia Cowart, University of Wisconsin Cartography Lab, Creative Director
Darin Jensen, Guerrilla Cartography

Washington is Disneyland for Geologists
Nick Zentner, Central Washington University
Nick Zentner is a distinguished geologist, educator, and award-winning host dedicated to sharing his passion for science beyond the traditional classroom setting. He has been teaching geology at Central Washington University in Ellensburg, Washington since 1992.
Mr. Zentner received the esteemed James Shea Award in 2015 and the Geological Society of America Public Service Award in 2023, recognizing his outstanding contributions to advancing public understanding of earth sciences.
His PBS TV series “Nick on the Rocks” has received significant acclaim, including two Emmy Awards, for its informative content and compelling storytelling. Additionally, he hosts an engaging YouTube Livestream Series, which brings joy to the learning process.