Description
Because geography straddles both human and physical worlds, it sits at a unique position to study pandemics. Relying on the work of Dr. Helen Hazen (University of Denver), this session will present various ways to approach the topic with a focus on the 1918-19 Flu and COVID- 9 pandemics as well as a local example of an epidemic (hantavirus). Compelling questions and lessons will be shared. Web-based resources and maps will be provided so students can initiate research for their own inquiries. Grade Level: Secondary