Interdisciplinary Studies 234: Human Geography
Librarian
Audrey Gunn
Contact:
304 Rolvaag Memorial Library
1510 St. Olaf Avenue
St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN 55057
1510 St. Olaf Avenue
St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN 55057
507-786-3658
Website
Instructional Technologist for Geospatial and Data Services
Research & Instruction Librarian for Social Sciences & Data Literacy
Research & Writing Tutors
Librarian
Mapping Human Geography
How exactly is mapping used for human geography and related subjects? Mapping and GIS can be used to help narrow down a research question, or determine what type of data is needed for the project.
ArcGIS Story Maps Gallery
- The Human Reach: Understanding the global scale of human activities (ESRI)Story Map + Maps + 3D Maps: Looking at the human "footprint" and how it appears visually and geographically on the Earth.
- Birdability Map (National Audubon Society & Birdability)Visualizing accessible locations for birdwatching
- In search of refuged: Mapping forced displacement from 1951 - 2020 (ESRI - Vicki Lynn Cove)Mapping the worldwide refugee crisis
- The Voices of Grand Canyon (The Grand Canyon Trust)Maps + Videos + Audio
- The Living Land: A look at how humans use the Earth's limited land space (ESRI)Story Maps + Maps + 3D Maps: Look at how humanity has utilized space over the Earth's surface.
- United States: Air Quality Aware (ESRI)Map + Point Locations: Click on the individual locations to see additional information.
- Piracy & Time Travel (ESRI - John Nelson)Charting 30 years of nautical piracy worldwide
ArcGIS Software and Document Hub
ArcGIS Software & Document Hub
- ArcGIS Software & Document HubFor more in-depth training, resources, and tutorial videos - visit the document hub in order to find additional information.
Mapping Resources
- David Rumsey Map CollectionHistorical maps, images, and charts
- GIS Library GuideGeneral guide to resources available in the library, the DiSCO, and online.
- Historical World MapsMaps showing borders and how they change from year to year. BCE maps available
- Perry-Castañeda Library Map CollectionUniversity of Texas Libraries - historical map images and charts from around the world
- Perry-Castañeda Library Map Collection - Historical Map WebsitesList of websites that provide historical maps and images - worldwide data
- University of Minnesota Libraries: John R. Borchert Map LibraryThe John R. Borchert Map Library serves the University of Minnesota community and the State of Minnesota, including other academic institutions, corporate patrons and the general public.
I have questions! Where should I go to get help?
While working on your project, if you have any Story Map or data questions:
- Contact Sara Lynnore (sara@stolaf.edu) to set up an in-person or virtual appointment --> Send me a couple of days & time slots that work best for your calendar throughout the week!
- Contact the IT Helpdesk
For help on the weekends or after 5pm, stop by the DiSCO and check with the interns!