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This lecture and discussion course will provide students with an introduction to the history, politics, and culture of United States cities and suburbs from the end of World War II to the close of the twentieth century. Readings are drawn from recent work in the political, social, and cultural history of U.S. cities as well as primary sources rooted in the period under study. DVPS WRIT
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Examines urbanization processes and urban public policy in China. Also draws on historical and recent experience in the U.S. Policy areas including policies affecting urbanization, migration, and industrial location; policies affecting housing, land use, and urban reform; and policies affecting fiscal decentralization and infrastructure investments such as transportation. Prerequisite: ECON 0110. Open to juniors and seniors.
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Enrollment limited to 20.
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This course explores American culture and the way it shapes our cities. Topics include the American dream, race, immigration, urban dilemmas and the seduction of suburbia. We read a book (readings include Alexis de Tocqueville, Richard Wright, Tom Wolfe, and Margaret Atwood); and screen a film (movies include Wall Street, Traffic, Crash, Malcolm X) each week. Prerequisite: POLS 0220. Priority given to Urban Studies concentrators.
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Study of the revitalization of central business districts (CBDs) in large United States cities. Topics include the CBD as a land use system, retail change, the rise of white-collar offices, gentrification near the CBD, and the political economy of CBD redevelopment. Providence's CBD used as a case example; guest speakers discuss its change; field trips are taken. Enrollment limited to 15 during registration. Instructor will select additional 5 students after first day of class. Instructor permission required.
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Examines the cultural meaning and public use of greenspace in American towns and cities. Covers city parks and metropolitan park systems; the landscaping of riverfronts, streets, cemeteries, and company property; and the contributions of landscape architects such as Olmsted and Manning. Begins in the 17th century with the creation of Boston Common and ends by reviewing the latest greenway plans for Providence. Priority given to Urban Studies concentrators and American Civilization grad students. Other students selected on first day of class. WRIT
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What is homelessness and where does it come from? Can affordable housing solve the problem? This seminar examines homelessness, low-income housing policies, segregation, gentrification, privatization of public space, and related processes that make it difficult to house the poor. Open to Urban Studies concentrators and by permission based on demonstration of research skills. Enrollment limited to 20.
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Rivers promote urban development and serve as important resources and cultural amenities for communities. This interdisciplinary seminar looks at the use and abuse of selected rivers which have run by or through American cities from the colonial period to the present.
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This course examines the recent evolution of the American city. We will consider various external forces that act upon the city, principally (a) migration patterns, (b) economic and technological change, and (c) public policy. We will also consider how various groups and political leaders respond to these forces and on what resources they draw. Priority given to Urban Studies and Political Science concentrators.
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Introduces key issues concerning community organizing. Focuses on the life, skills, and tactics of Saul Alinsky and the national organization he founded, the Industrial Areas Foundation (IAF). Analyzes the work of the IAF in a number of urban settings. Seeks to develop theories and models for studying community mobilization in urban America. Priority given to Political Science and Urban Studies concentrators.
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