Teaching

I teach graduate-level courses in urban theory, research design, and healthy cities. If you're a University of Michigan student interested in working with me, please send me email, and I'll respond as possible.

My curriculum combines material from geography, sociology, anthropology, history, urban studies, and urban planning. I also provide students with a broad range of viewpoints from the U.S. and around the world. This interdisciplinary, international approach highlights the intricate relationships between space, identity, and power, enabling students to evaluate city-building and governance techniques from many angles.

Students in my class are given opportunities to hone their critical reading, writing, and communication skills. Active learning is central to my teaching, with students taking the lead in shaping their own educational experiences. My assignments offer flexibility in topics and formats, allowing students to tailor their work to their strengths and interests. This approach not only aids in content retention but also cultivates the deep empathy and broad curiosity that are valuable in any professional field.

Current Courses

URP500: Planning Theory and History

URP 552: Healthy Cities: Planning and Design

URP556/HBEHED608: Integrative Seminar on Healthy Cities

URP580: Metropolitan Growth and Governance

URP802: PhD Proposal Writing and Professional Ethics