Geography 300A: Latin America
Spring Semester
2001.
Mon., Wed., &
Fri.: 9:00 - 9:50 a.m.
From
Mexico to Cape Horn at the southern tip of South America, the countries
of Latin America represent a tremendous variety of physical and human geographies.
Examining the issues facing our southern neighbors allows a greater comprehension
of some of the world's most urgent socioeconomic, political, and environmental
problems, and a greater understanding of where and how US resources are
put to use in the region.
This
course will examine a few of the enduring questions and themes in the geography
of Latin America, including the legacy of conquest and colonialism; population
growth; migration and urbanization; social and economic inequality; political
and military conflict; resource management; and environmental degradation
and conservation. Goals for this course: students will know the countries
of Latin America, the physical characteristics of the region and the ways
the physical geography influences and interacts with the human and cultural
geographies. Students will learn about the amazing diversity of cultures
and landscapes, and how the history of the region has shaped the possibilities
for its future.
For more information, contact:
Professor Ellen Hansen
phone: (316) 341-5576
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