The Next Generation Of New Urbanists

While the founders of New Urbanism are still going strong, a new organization is connecting the next generation of leaders of the movement.

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August 25, 2003, 7:00 AM PDT

By Chris Steins @planetizen


"The Next Generation provides for a natural collaboration of young professionals with students, in which any student that wishes has the opportunity to be mentored by young professionals. Although young professionals are still learning, they have valuable insight to offer students who are just starting in the world of New Urbanism."

Thanks to Chris Steins

Monday, August 25, 2003 in Planetizen

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