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1968 1978, Where Do We Go From Here?
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Abstract: David O. Ives discusses the origin of Say Brother on WGBH TelevisionSay Brother celebrates its tenth anniversary with a look at Boston and its African American community over the past decade -particularly changes in politics, social service agencies, employment rates, the educational system, and minority ... More »
Advanced Seminar: Urban Nature and City Design, Fall 2005
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Abstract: Examines the urban environment as a natural phenomenon, human habitat, medium of expression, and forum for action. Subject has two related, major themes: how ideas of nature influence the way cities are perceived, designed, built, and managed; and how natural processes and urban form interact and the ... More »
Black Arts
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Abstract: Boston based artists discuss the meaning of Black art. Host Jim Spruill leads a discussion among 17 Boston-based artists on what Black art is and to whom the Black artist speaks. Group assembled includes Orma Jo Flint, Steve Hussein, Hakim Jami, Bob Nellums, Joanne Robinson, Robert Ruff, Joanne Sanders, ... More »
Black Repertory Company
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Abstract: 'Blast from the Past' with vocalist Miriam Makeba. Program is divided into two halves: the first consisting of three segments related to African American theater in Boston, the second of newsmagazine-style segments. Harold Stuart, Director of the Boston Black Repertory Company and company actors Mattye ... More »
Boston Desegregation
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Abstract: This excerpt from WGBH's Evening Compass news program summarizes events of the first year of the 1974 Boston school desegregation plan.
Boston's Arnold Arboretum: A Place for Study and Recreation
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Abstract: provides readings, maps, and lesson ideas about the first arboretum in the U.S., which opened to the public in the 1880s. This site, though focused on a place devoted to the study of trees, can help students learn how 19th-century urban conditions influenced the development of parks and how to research ... More »
City to City: Comparing, Researching and Writing about Cities, Spring 2006
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Abstract: This course introduces undergraduate planning students to the role of the planner in researching issues in cities both in the United States and abroad. This course is a practical, hands-on workshop that challenges students to research, write and present their ideas on two different cities: A U.S. City ... More »
Community in Action
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Abstract: Action for Boston Community Development. Program discusses a variety of topics via a magazine-style format. Host John Slade introduces a moderated discussion led by Say Brother filmmaker Henry Johnson with Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) employees Barbara Brydie, Arnett Waters, and Russell ... More »
Copps Hill Burial Ground
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Abstract: Byron Rushing, Director of the Museum of Afro-American History, Boston, takes host Topper Carew on a tour of the Copps Hill Burial Ground in the North End.
Education
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Abstract: Gregory Spence comments on new testing criteria for students. Host Barbara Barrow discusses the lack of communication between educators and students in the Boston school district, with community members Gregory Spence (an attorney for the City of Boston), Kenya Clemens (of the Youth Activities Commission), ... More »
Environmental Management Practicum: Brownfield Redevelopment, Fall 2006
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Abstract: Studio-based subject in applied environmental planning. Instruction in client projects dealing with aspects of sustainability assessment. Workshops cover tools for planning (risk mapping, sustainability assessment, impact prediction) and professional aspects of dealing with multiple publics. Students ... More »
Introduction to Civil and Environmental Engineering Design I, Fall 2006
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Abstract: In this sophomore design course, you will be challenged with three design tasks: a first concerning water resources/treatment, a second concerning structural design, and a third focusing on the conceptual (re)design of a large system, Boston's Back Bay. The first two tasks require the design, fabrication ... More »
Introduction to Urban Design and Development, Fall 2001
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Abstract: Examines the evolving structure of cities and the way that cities, suburbs, and metropolitan areas can be designed and developed. Guest speakers present cases, involving current projects, which illustrate the scope and methods of urban design practice. This is a class about how cities, suburbs, and metropolitan ... More »
Introduction to Urban Design and Development, Fall 2003
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Abstract: Examines both the structure of cities and ways they can be changed. Includes historical forces that have produced cities, models of urban analysis, contemporary theories of urban design, implementation strategies. Core lectures supplemented by discussion group focusing on student work. Speakers present ... More »
Introduction to Urban Design and Development, Fall 2006
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Abstract: Examines both the structure of cities and ways they can be changed. Includes historical forces that have produced cities, models of urban analysis, contemporary theories of urban design, implementation strategies. Core lectures supplemented by discussion group focusing on student work. Speakers present ... More »
Modification of Phase Two: What Does It Really Mean?
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Abstract: Barbara Barrow comments on Judge Garrity's altered desegregation plan. Program explores the impact of the modified desegregation plan that went into effect in Boston, Massachusetts, in May, 1976. Host Barbara Barrow visits the students and faculty of the William Monroe Trotter School in Roxbury's District ... More »
Paige Academy: An Alternative Education
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Abstract: Angela Paige Cook comments on standardized testing. Program focuses on the work of Paige Academy, a private school in Roxbury for children aged three months to seven years. Hosts Barbara Barrow and Melvin Moore speak with Paige Academy Founder and Director Angela Paige Cook and the Academy's Administrative ... More »
Race, Immigration, and Planning, Spring 2005
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Abstract: This course provides an introduction to the issues of immigrants, planning, and race. It identifies the complexities and identities of immigrant populations emerging in the United States context and how different community groups negotiate that complexity. It explores the critical differences and commonalities ... More »
Report of the Women's Educational and Industrial Union
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Abstract: Report of the Women's Educational & Industrial Union for the year ending
Say Brother News #2
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Abstract: End to experimental school project in Boston. Program, in a news-broadcast format, reviews the events of April, 1975 with anchors James Rowe and Carmen Fields, news reporter 'at large' Leah Fletcher, in-studio interviewer Russell Tillman, arts reviewer Tanya Hart, special reporter June Cross, and commentator ... More »
