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Every map makes a choice
Western's map conversation is a reminder that the tool should follow the question, not the other way around.
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The context
Where the work begins
A map can look authoritative while quietly shaping what viewers think is near, large or important. The discussion of Mercator and Equal Earth makes that design choice visible.
The takeaway
What follows
That is the larger lesson: tools do not simply carry information. They frame the world, and the frame deserves to be questioned.
Source reporting
Every map makes a choice
Original summary by Alumni Digest, based on public source reporting. This independent publication is not affiliated with or endorsed by Western University. Source image retained for editorial review; rights clearance is still required before any broader reuse.
