Urban Politics (321-0-20)

Instructors

Reuel R Rogers
847/491-2644
Scott, #315

Meeting Info

University Hall 101: Tues, Thurs 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

This course charts the dynamics of urbanization in the United States, paying close attention to its major political ramifications. We survey developments dating from the early mercantile cities of the 19th century to today's fragmented metropolitan areas. We focus on how changes in the urban political economy have generated challenges to democracy like the problem of inequality, and how political power has been marshaled and organized at the local level to address them. The course is suitable for first- to fourth-year students.

Registration Requirements

Attendance at first class required

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, students should have a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between the macro-level dynamics of urbanization, the politics of American cities, and prospects for democratic representation and equality at the local level.

Teaching Method

Lecture, discussion sections, and some discussion during lecture

Evaluation Method

Final exam (35%); Midterm Exam (30%); Short paper (20%); Class participation (15%)

Class Materials (Required)

Political Change in the Metropolis, 8th edition. Ronald K. Vogel and John J. Harrigan. Routledge. 2006. ISBN 0321202287

Class Attributes

Social and Behavioral Science Foundational Discipl
U.S. Perspectives on Power, Justice, and Equity
Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Pre-registration -- Reserved for Political Science students until the end of preregistration, after which time enrollment will be open to everyone who has taken the prerequisites.

Associated Classes

DIS - Locy Hall 109: Thurs 2:00PM - 2:50PM

DIS - Parkes Hall 223: Thurs 3:00PM - 3:50PM