Please bring your lunch and join us for a young alumni discussion with Professor Carolyn Adams.

Who Takes Responsibility for Philadelphia's Future?

Thursday, Sept. 30
12:30-1:30 PM
Temple University Center City, room 208
1515 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA
(You will need a photo ID to enter the building.)

Some urban historians have dubbed Philadelphia "the private city," referring to its longstanding tendency to address social problems through private action. Carolyn Adams, PhD, Geography and Urban Studies Department, will talk about how many young Philadelphians are committed to moving the city forward by rebuilding neighborhoods, promoting the city's cultural scene, making healthful foods available to all families and pursuing green solutions to energy challenges. Private groups and individuals are increasingly taking responsibility for our city's future. Is this a good thing? Where should we draw the line between private and public responsibility for our city? Join Dr. Adams and other young alumni to discuss these issues.

Refreshments and soft pretzels will be provided.

Bring your business or contact card to win a $25 gift certificate from Amazon.com.

Professor Carolyn Adams
Professor Adams' most recent book, Restructuring the Philadelphia Region (Temple University Press 2008) examines how public and private actions are shaping both the city and the surrounding suburbs. She is the former dean of the College of Liberal Arts and has been teaching geography and urban studies for more than 30 years.

Questions? Contact Celia Proulx at cproulx@temple.edu or 215-204-9556.