The term “gentrification” often arises in conversations about urban inequality and the increased cost of rental housing. Sociologist Ruth Glass coined the term in 1964, defining it as a process by which a neighborhood’s “original working-class occupiers are displaced” by influx of higher-income newcomers. More broadly, gentrification refers to a process of neighborhood change involving the migration of wealthier residents into poorer neighborhoods and increased economic investment.
HIS 20
3 rec 3 cr
The American Nation: The Political & Social Development of a People
The American Nation (HIS 20) is a one-semester survey of American history covering significant political, social, and cultural currents of the last 400 years. This class will introduce students to the major developments of the American past, with a focus on how they influenced Americans’ lives and how they were influenced by Americans’ actions. Students will analyze how these developments helped shape American society and the United States’ role in the global community.
Prerequisite: ENG 02 and RDL 02 if required.
Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity
HIS 51
3 rec 3 cr
History of New York City
This course examines the social, economic and political history of New York City from its Dutch origins in Lenape territory to the present, with emphasis on immigration, innovation, conflict and consideration of the city’s role in the U.S. and global economy.
Prerequisite: ENG 02 and RDL 02 if required.
Flexible Core - US Experience in its Diversity
BCC Faculty: Please get in touch with Prof. Tobar if you have other related courses that you would like to see added to this list.
This is a companion guide to the Public History Gallery exhibit "Gentrification: New York Stories."
Where:
Colston Hall between Faculty offices CO 306 and 307
When:
Now until the start of Spring 2016.
Exhibit Credits:
Michael Jacobson (AA Liberal Arts), Researcher, Writer, Curator.
Henry Siccardi (AA Liberal Arts and Sciences), Researcher, Writer, Curator.
Wesley Williams (AA Liberal Arts), Researcher Writer, Curator.
Sarah Giron (AA Liberal Arts), Installation.
Lakisha Williams (Duplication), Printing.
Prithi Kanakamedala (History Faculty), Project Manager.
