Mark Monmonier, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Geography and the Environment, was named a 2021 Fellow by the American Association of Geographers (AAG). Fellows are chosen for their contributions to geographic research, advancement of practice, and careers devoted to strengthening the field of geography, including teaching and mentoring. The honorary title of AAG Fellow is conferred for life. According to the announcement, "His work in political, rhetorical, and social impacts of maps, as well as in optimization methods for map design has been influential across cartography and geographic information science." Read more in the full AAG announcement.