Free workshop on U.S. Census data and tools - Oct. 18, 2018
by Michelle Saport |
Census Data, Census Tools and You - How Census Data and Tools Can Help Your Project Thursday, Oct. 18, 9:30-11 a.m. UAA/APU Consortium Library, Room 309
The Consortium Library presents a face-to-face Census workshop led by Heidi Crawford, the U.S. Census Bureau's Data Dissemination Specialist for Alaska, Oregon and Washington. Heidi is based in Oregon, so having her here in person is an opportunity not to be missed.
Workshop participants will learn about the types of data the Census Bureau produces and where to locate Census data on census.gov using various tools. Learn how the data helps with reports, research and other projects. The workshop will include:
- Overview of Census data, including American Community Survey data
- Overview of Census data tools, including American FactFinder and tools on census.gov
- Online demonstration on census.gov, including where to search for relevant data and tools and new ways to learn about data
- Recent and future data releases
RSVP appreciated, but not required.
Please contact Ruth Terry at rterry9@alaska.edu with any questions.
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