USP 165 - History of the American Suburb

Institution:

University of California-San Diego

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Description:

(Same as HIUS 147.) This lecture course explores the development of suburbs in America, from the early nineteenth century to the contemporary era. Topics include suburban formation, class, ethnic and racial dimensions, government influences, social life, and cultural responses to suburbia. The class will explore competing theories of suburbanization as it surveys the major literature. Prerequisites: upper-division standing.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.ucsd.edu

Phone Number:

(858) 534-2230

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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