Geography 312SR - Compar. Settler Colonialism

This seminar focuses on the spatial practices and place-based implications of settler colonialism as distinct from metropole colonialism. Through a series of case studies beginning in the 17th century, this course delves into the evolution of settler colonial framework(s) and theory, the structuring similarities of settler formations across space and time, and the way race continues to structure relationships (between people and to the land) in settler colonial contexts. Additional course themes include: the exploitation of land vs. labor, the conflict between settlers and natives and the "logic of elimination," colonization as a structure vs. event, the relationship between settler colonialism and the emergence of (global) capitalism, historical precursors to the field of comparative settler colonialism, and critiques of the field. Throughout the course, analyses will emphasize the territorial dimensions, strategies, and aspirations of settler colonialism.

This course is open to Juniors and Seniors.; Prereq: 4 credits in Geography and 4 credits in related 200-level social science course.