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Geography at Carolina brings a unique perspective to the study of some of our world’s most pressing issues. Geographers bring together physical science, social science, and the humanities to study patterns and processes across the earth’s surface. From analyzing regional dynamics of climate change to investigating new global structures of work and labor, Carolina faculty and students conduct cutting-edge research at one of the top geography departments in the country.
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BA, Class of ’16
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BA, Class of ’17
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BA, Class of ’10
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Read our full faculty statement on diversity and our diversity committee’s mission statement. See also our June 2020 statement on anti-racism and our December 2018 and November 2019 statements on the confederate monument known as Silent Sam.
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PhD candidate Manny Hernandez was featured on p.1 of the December 2020 AAG Climate Specialty Group newsletter to spotlight his achievements in climatology
PhD candidate Manny Hernandez was featured on p.1 of the December 2020 AAG Climate Specialty Group newsletter to spotlight his achievements in climatology.
Professor Lentz’s book “Contested Territory” is subject of H-Diplo roundtable.
Lentz’s book “Contested Territory” is subject of an H-Diplo Roundtable with reviews by Lien-Hang Nguyen, Pierre Asselin, Brad Davis, and Michitake Aso. Reflecting on the book and the exchange it inspired, Columbia University’s Prof. Nguyen writes, “If Lentz is representative … Continued
Spring Course Offering on Geographies of Globalization
Students have reported that they enjoyed learning through the case studies offered in this class and were impressed by the quality of learning they were able to experience online. Students also enjoyed flexibility as the course has both synchronous and … Continued
Dr. Delamater published COVID-19 event risk maps for North Carolina
What ZIP codes in NC carry highest risk of catching COVID? A new map tells you.