UP 327
Fall 2026 Part of Term 1
Aug 24-Dec 9
Credit: 3 hours.
Explores in theory, policy, and practice, community arts-based projects, participatory methods, and cultural practices from an international, interdisciplinary, and intersectional approach. It will critically analyze how different individuals, groups, and institutions are using, both formally and informally, the arts and creative practices to engage and build communities, shape the physical environment, and address persistent societal problems. Students will work in phases to propose a creative placemaking project based on an accurate site.
Credit is not given toward graduation for UP 327 if credit for the UP 199 section International Placemaking has been earned.