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.