At GIS Day at Yale University, Molly Burhans delivered a talk titled Why Me, Why Here, and Why Now? as an invited speaker alongside two fellow students of Dana Tomlin. The presentation intertwined technical and scientific perspectives with personal storytelling, reflecting on life lessons and the unique contributions each individual can bring to the field of GIS.
Burhans shared her journey, highlighting how her background, experiences, and passion for leveraging technology for global good shaped her work in geospatial analysis and sustainability. The talk emphasized authenticity in driving innovation and addressing complex challenges, inspiring the audience to recognize and harness their own unique potential in their professional and personal endeavors.