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State University Geography Barcelona, Spain Spring Break 2020 March 13-20, 2020 $1888 pp/do | ||
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Geog291/891: Western
Regional Field Study: Barcelona, Spain |
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This course explores and explains the geography of Barcelona and Catalonia as an example of the development of regional trading centers, the politics of sub-national identity, and the 21st century rebranding of the city as a center for international high culture. Course readings, activities, and excursions will be selected to complement the course themes. • Politics and Identity of Barcelona (Catalonia's historical relationship with Spain and its desire for autonomy) • Barcelona as a City of empire and trade • Barcelona as a City of modernity (the Cerda plan and 19th century growth and change) • Barcelona as a City of international culture (the 1992 Olympics, new cultural landmarks, “star-chitecture,” and “branding” the city) This course can be taken for either undergraduate (GEOG 291) or graduate (GEOG 891) credit. Email Dr. Otto for more information and a preliminary syllabus. |
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