GAFL 139 - Poverty and Development in the United States

Institution:

University of Pennsylvania

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Description:

Humanities & Social Science Sector. Class of 2010 & beyond. Summers. This academically based community service seminar will explore the ideas and theories, alliances and opposition that have shaped policy and organizing efforts addressed to the problems associated with urban poverty in the United States. Students will evaluate contemporary policy debates and programs in the light of selected historical case studies and their own experience working with community groups, institutions and federal groups in West Philadelphia. A focus on the role of leadership in politics, theory, insitutions and organizing efforts will include several guest speakers.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.upenn.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 898-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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