ARGUS 02 seeks to explore a portion of the Union Pacific Railroad, spanning between Chicago and Seattle. On this route, it passes through eleven states: Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Argus has identified four lenses through which the route may be viewed. These lenses are supported by three prompts, each referencing one state traversed by the railroad. This list is not comprehensive, but serves as a trigger for further investigation. The goal is to explore the multiple dimensions through which this route has been represented, imagined, negotiated, and ultimately built. Contributions may be presented in the form of an essay, photo essay, interview, travel report, project showcase, review, or other print media.
ARGUS is a student-led publication based in the architecture department of the University of Idaho. The publication's uniqueness lies in its identity as a ‘roadside’ journal, with each issue proposing to explore what happens along a route – whether land, water, or air – that intersects Idaho.
