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The Levin College of Urban Affairs presents "No Building Left Behind: Adaptive Reuse of Sacred Buildings"Cleveland and other cities worldwide are experiencing the closing of treasured religious and other sacred buildings. Changing demographics require the buildings cease or find ways for creative reinvention.- Getting a Degree in Urban PolicyIf you are looking for a school that offers advanced degrees in Urban Policy here is a short list of the top five programs in the country as ranked by the U.S. News.
G'day USA 2010 - Australia Week - Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban Ham it Up at Black Tie Dinner in Los AngelesSince 2003, Australia has hosted G'Day USA (formerly G'day LA) to promote Australian tourism, fashion, foods, films, innovations and media coverage and interaction. The 2010 program includes many great events in LA, Palm Springs, San Diego and New York.
Concrete 2 Green Opens Up a Whole New World to the Urban Community"The beautiful game" is creeping into the American urban landscape in a major way-and Concrete 2 Green (C2G), a grassroots organization headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is at the root of this resurgence.
"FirstWorks" Connects World-Class Artists with Urban Audience"FirstWorks" has enhanced Providence, Rhode Island's reputation as a vibrant center for art and innovation. It has also brought first-rate entertainment to under served audiences.- Bright Colors, Loud Fashion in Hip-hop, Urban Wear, Effeminate, Lacking Aggression, Anti-fashionable; Who Do These Hipsters Think They Are Anyway?another look at "Death of Autotune", and commentary about the current,almost "anti-fashionable" climate in hip-hop
- How to Host a Sophisticated Urban BarbequeA how-to guide on throwing a sophisticated barbeque in the city.
- Rural Cancer Patients Diagnosed Earlier Than Urban ResidentDartmouth College researchers have discovered that, contrary to popular belief, it is rural patients not urbanites, who receive the earlier cancer diagnosis.
Urban America After the ReconstructionThe increase of immigration after Reconstruction benefited America, but meant that American cities would need to make several advances. Specifically, transportation, housing, and recreation in cities needed to evolve.- Is Jack Reed a Potential Running Mate for Clinton or Obama?Would Senator Jack Reed make a good vice presidential nominee?
- Hissy Fit - Finding the Human Behind the Big BankGetting through to the big banks is tough. They control your money in your account, you don't. See how to get through to them.
Senate Report Card: Sherrod Brown D-OHSenator Sherrod Brown's legislation and stance on issues.
Senate Report Card: Bob Casey D-PASenator Bob Casey's legislation and stance on issues.
Senate Report Card: Tom Carper D-DESenator Tom Carper's legislation and stance on issues
The AAUF - African American United Fund (formerly the Black United Fund) Moving the Philadelphia Community ForwardThrough its technical assistance and incubator space rental programs, AAUF builds community infrastructure by conducting workshops, one on one consultation and offering meeting and office space to emerging and existing organizations.- Chuck Hagel Senator from Nebraska and Potential Independent CandidateSupporters of Hagel believe that his moderate views and bold anti-Iraq sentiment would entice voters from both parties, making him a lucrative option.
Senate Report Card: Mike Crapo R-IDSenator Mike Crapo's stance on issues and legislation.
Senate Report Card: John Sununu R-NHSenator John Sununu's legislation and voting record.
Senate Report Card: Mike Enzi R-WYSenator Mike Enzi's voting record and stance on issues.
Senate Report Card: Richard Shelby R-ALSenator Richard Shelby's voting record and stance on issues.
Senate Report Card: Jack Reed D-RISenator Jack Reed's stance on issues and voting.
Senate Report Card: Tim Johnson D-SDSenator Tim Johnson's voting record and issues- Homelessness: Chances for HoustonWhen is the last time you looked at Downtown Houston? I mean really looked. One of Houston's liveliest hotspots, Downtown is considered a haven for many of our nation's homeless.
Senate Report Card: Charles "Chuck" Schumer D-NYA look at Senator Schumer's stance on various issues and voting records.- Ten Things Everyone Should Know About JFKThis article is a compilation of facts about the life of JFK
Who is Senator Chris Dodd?Chris Dodd is a strong advocate for children and an expert on foreign relations in Latin and South America. Does he have what it takes to be President of the United States?
Black History Month: Looking Back at the Little Rock NineThe "Little Rock Nine" faced challenges that no teenager should have to face.
A Quarter for Guam: Recognizing American Citizens Outside of Our 50 StatesConsideration of HR-392, which honors the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the United States Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands with commemorative quarters in the collectable program.- Why Financial Literacy is Still Important for AllWe all need to be financially literate to succeed in managing our money successfully. Experts advice, education, information and technology will greatly assist us. Financial Literacy neglect or complacency is unacceptable for our future survival.
- Congressional Gold Medal Recipients: Notable African-AmericansThe Congressional Gold Medal of Honor is considered the United States Congress equivalent to the Presidential Medal of Freedom
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