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World Affairs Seminars/Schemel Forum

Jane Jacobs' First City: What Comes Next?

Thursday, October 7, 2021

Mayor Cognetti will note Scranton’s reputation as a city as seen by Jane Jacobs in the 1930s and then address present issues and her visions for the city’s future.

Paige Cognetti, Mayor, City of Scranton

Brennan Hall, Rose Room, 509 • Noon to 1:30 p.m.; remote link will be emailed

Free to students

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World Affairs Seminars/Schemel Forum

Jane Jacobs' First City: What Comes Next?

First Year Seminar

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