USP401 – Seminar in Urban Studies & Planning - GWAR
This course will
trace the evolution of the American city, from the compact colonial town to the sprawling post-modern metropolis. It examines some
of the key forces responsible
for urban transformation, including changes in transportation technology and economic restructuring, and the impact of these changes on people. It also explores how observers
of the urban scene, from sociologists to architects to journalists, have grappled with what they see, and how they contribute
to and advance our understanding of cities.
USP 401 "Seminar in Urban Studies and Planning” is a required course for Urban
Studies Planning Majors and
Minors. In addition to introducing students to the substantive fields of urban studies and urban planning, a major
objective of USP 401 is honing communication skills, particularly writing ability. USP 401 satisfies the Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR).