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When you go on the internet, where do you go? To quote the Beatles, do you go “here, there, and everywhere?” Many of us might say that we do, but what exactly do those coordinates tell us about where we are and what it means to be there? In this course, we will explore how different ways of understanding “space” and “place” help us articulate what it means to live in physical and digital worlds simultaneously. We will draw on cultural studies, digital humanities, philosophy, environmental studies, architectural theory, and artificial intelligence perspectives. We will also engage with scholars and professionals from various disciplines and visit local Baltimore institutions. Course texts may include selections from Henri Lefebvre, Sarah Williams Goldhagen, and Max Tegmark, the podcast Endless Thread, and the documentary Jasper Mall. Students will engage with these topics through conversation and writing as well as a collaborative team project.