Our world is changing, and urban planning can lead the way. In an increasingly
diverse and globalized world, urban planners work to create communities that are
economically thriving, socially just, and environmentally sustainable. A doctoral
degree in planning can prepare you to link new knowledge to issues that affect
communities and policy-making worldwide.
To introduce planning doctoral study to selected outstanding students, the UCLA
Luskin School of Public Affairs and the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy, in
partnership with the Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning, will host a four
day workshop to prepare students to apply to and succeed in doctoral programs.
Students from groups that are under-represented on planning faculties are
particularly encouraged to apply.*
Workshop events will be held on the UCLA and USC campuses, in the heart of Los
Angeles, July 20-24, 2014. Registration and instructional materials will be provided
at no cost, lodging and meals will also be provided at no cost, and travel stipends
are available for students coming from outside of California.
THIS WORKSHOP WILL INCLUDE:
Networking with planning scholars from UCLA, USC, and other programs.
Information sessions on:
• Applying for Ph.D. study
• Linking research and the community
• Preparing yourself for doctoral study and much more
- Mentoring sessions with senior scholars and graduate students in planning
- Chances to meet students from across the country
Important Dates:
Application Deadline: Friday, April 25
Notification of Application Status: Week of May 12
Program Dates: July 20-24, 2014
Contact:
For questions about the Summer Pre-Doctoral Workshop for Students of Color, please feel free to contact Jennifer Choy or Julie Kim:
Jennifer Choy
Associate Director of Admissions & Recruitment
UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs
3250 Public Affairs Bldg, Box 951656
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Tel: 310-825-8957
Email: acsppredoc@gmail.com
Fax: 310-206-5566
Julie Kim
Program Administrator
Academic Programs Office
USC Sol Price School of Public Policy
Graduate Programs in Urban Planning and Development
University of Southern California
650 Childs Way
Ralph and Goldy Lewis Hall, 102
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0626
Tel: 213-740-1205
Email: acsppredoc@gmail.com
Fax: 213-821-4315
