Emphasis will be mostly on the United States' urban places. Political Geography Spatial problems and structure of governments, focusing on countries of the world. Covers such topics as boundary problems, strategic locations, and geopolitical explanations of international relations and conflict. Studies Various excursions to study physical and cultural landscapes inside and outside of Minnesota. Latin America Regional geography covering the ecological and human environment of Central and South America and the Caribbean.
Students can pick specific topics to study in detail.
The geographic relations between the USA and Latin America are also covered. Canada Students will develop a knowledge of the environmental, cultural, historical, and economic geographies of Canada. Readings of best-selling fiction and scholarly works written by Canadians will provide a Canadian perspective on the nation's past, present, and future. Following a general geographic survey, the course will cover major regions and countries. Examines regional patterns of the physical environment, natural resources, population distribution, cities, and economic activity.