The predictive model uses county-level health data to show how many infected people are likely to show up at schools anywhere in the United States.

The new program is the university's response to a growing call from industry for a better understanding of data that can inform questions surrounding policy, culture and social challenges like economic disparities and the current health crisis.

Commentary: Students of all grades levels can use GIS software to enhance learning, critical thinking and collaboration.

An interactive tool developed by the university is hoped to bring adequate federal funding to undercounted populations.