Research Seminars @ Illinois

Tailored for undergraduate researchers, this calendar is a curated list of research seminars at the University of Illinois. Explore the diverse world of research and expand your knowledge through engaging sessions designed to inspire and enlighten.

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Our Bodies, Our Places, Our Stories: Counter-mapping in NY & New Orleans

Mar 27, 2026   12:00 - 1:30 pm  
Natural History Building 2049
Lecture
Sponsor
Department of Geography and Geographic Information Science
Contact
Marc Astacio-Palmer
E-Mail
mastacio@illinois.edu
Originating Calendar
Campus Humanities Calendar

How can we use spatial narrative data to understand resources within diverse communities? Join Dr. AJ Kim from San Diego State University as they explore the threats experienced by marginalized communities facing structural racism in New York and New Orleans. Utilizing counter-mapping tools in diverse neighborhoods and communities, Dr. Kim creates a deeper understanding of how vulnerable populations navigate health assets. Lunch will be provided!

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