Tiana Marrese

Tiana Marrese

PhD Candidate

Teaching

Nonprofits and Urban Revitalization: The Philadelphia Story

Graduate course, University of Pennsylvania, School of Social Policy and Practice, 2024

This course, co-taught with Dr. Jeff Hornstein, explores the rise and fall of Philadelphia’s manufacturing economy, the racial and gender dynamics of its employment ecosystem, and contemporary strategies to create a sustainable local economy. Analysis of this city and its vibrant history is accomplished through the investigation of relevant texts, lively in-class discussions, and exploration of public data tools.

TA: Economics of Human Behavior and Organizational Life

Graduate course, University of Pennsylvania, School of Social Policy and Practice, 2023

The primary goal of this course was an examination of the various aspects of human behavior in the context of organizational and institutional life from an economic perspective. TA responsibilities for this course included leading one class and grading work.

TA: Philanthropy and Health

Undergradtuate course, University of Pennsylvania, School of Arts and Sciences, 2023

This course partnered with the Learning by Giving Foundation to allow students to practice real-world philanthropy. TA duties in the class included leading discussions, grading work, and giving several lectures.