GIS Student Day 2026

In a classroom full of students, a person looks up at the instructor next to him, and a map of New York City with dots on it

Get ready for the next GIS Student Day!

What to expect?

Get ready for an inspiring and hands-on day exploring the world of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)!

On March 18, 2026, in Brussels, students and teachers are invited to immerse themselves in interactive workshops, discover cutting-edge industry use cases, and connect with peers during this exciting event.

Students can enroll individually, or teachers can bring a group of students to participate together. Everyone will receive exclusive access to ArcGIS for the event – just be sure to bring your own laptop for the full experience.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and enjoy a great day, complete with lunch and an apéro!

Stay tuned for program updates, and join us in shaping the future of GIS!

Workshops: Dive into Hot GIS Topics

Discover a range of inspiring workshops designed to give you hands-on experience with the latest GIS technologies and trends. Our workshops are tailored to spark curiosity and build practical skills.

Don’t miss out on the chance to learn from experts and apply your knowledge in real-time!

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Use Cases: Real-World GIS Applications

Gain valuable insights from real-world GIS applications through inspiring use cases presented by industry leaders. Discover how GIS is making a difference in various sectors, including:

  • Lantis: Learn how GIS supports major projects such as the Oosterweelverbinding.
  • Meet Het: Explore innovative GIS applications in environmental monitoring.
  • Digitaal Vlaanderen: See how GIS drives digital transformation in government services.
  • And much more!

Check out the full program below. All these exciting use cases demonstrate the power and versatility of GIS in solving real-world challenges.

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Program Overview

Time          Program Highlights
Morning: Use Cases 
09:00 - 09:15Welcome Message from Esri BeLux
Presented by Frederik Wauters
09:15 - 09:45A future proof digital policy, leveraging geodata to answer societal challenges.
Tony Vanderstraete (Digitaal Vlaanderen)
09:45 - 10:00GIS: Unlocking the Power of Spatial Data 
Frederik Waûters (Esri BeLux)
10:00 - 10:20GIS at the Oosterweelverbinding
Lantis
10:20 - 10:40Smart Building, Smart Infrastructure, or Smart Environment: The Need for Surveyors & Geographers 
MEET HET
10:40 - 11:00Coffee Break
11:00 - 11:20Strong Together by Map and Quay 
Maxine Jonckheere (North Sea Port)
11:20 - 11:40Mapping of the STIB-MIVB network for customers
STIB Brussels
11:40 - 12:00Discover the World from your Pocket: Creative Learning with Drone2Map and Smartphone Images ​ 
Patrick Bruylants (Bru-Gis)
12:00 - 13:20Lunch Break
Afternoon: Workshops (rotation) 
13:20 - 14:20Building An Interactive Web Map: Visual Storytelling with ArcGIS 
Seppe Heyvaert
14:20 - 14:30Room Switch
14:30 - 15:30From Maps to Apps: Unlocking the Power of ArcGIS Online 
Romane de Walque
15:30 - 15:40Room Switch
15:40 - 16:40Datavindplaats × Geopunt: Jouw Shortcut naar betere GIS‑resultaten 
Digitaal Vlaanderen
16:40 - 17:45After Drink & Networking

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