Cartography and Society

3 credits

A study of the art, science, politics, and application of maps and map-making. Lectures contain a core social-theory component that explores the critical cartography discourse - the creation of maps to address issues of location, representation, and power. Seminars will debate contemporary issues in cartography. [2-0-1] Prerequisite: One of GEOG_O 128, GEOG_O 129 and third-year standing.