MapPros! Careers in Geospatial Technologies

Nicholas Malizia

"Keep an open mind, don't count anything out."

"I am continuing my graduate education at the same university where I earned my undergraduate degree. I liked... that I am already well-acquainted with the professors..."

Student Profile - Nicholas Malizia

Class standing: Graduate Student
University:
Clark University, Worcester, MA
Major: Geography

What or who sparked your interest in studying geospatial technologies?

I have always wanted to study the environment. Studying GIS and remote sensing seemed like a logical course of study for me because it allowed me to work towards understanding the environment from the cutting edge of technology.

What is your dream job?

Right now I am hoping to become a professor of geography.

How do you see geospatial technologies helping you in your career goals?

I think these tools will give me the ability to study the environment in a more comprehensive and robust manner than if I did not have them at my disposal.

What were the most important things you considered when deciding on which school to go to?

I am continuing my graduate education at the same university where I earned my undergraduate degree. I liked the fact that I am already well-acquainted with the professors at Clark and their research interests, and the school allowed me to attend for free.

What do you like most about being a student?

The intellectual freedom and the ability to explore.

What do you like least about being a student?

Having to write about something that doesn’t interest me.

What do you do to relax?

Read.

Who are your heroes/heroines?

My parents and my grandfather.

What advice would you give a high school student trying to make education and career choices?

Keep an open mind, don’t count anything out.

E-mail: nmalizia@clarku.edu