How do you take everything you've learned in planning and turn it into real-world impact? This capstone studio course, the first of the two-course series, gives you the chance to do just that. It's designed for Master of Science in City Planning students to synthesize research, theory, and practical skills while working on projects that address a client's real goals. Integral components of this first semester of the Capstone experience include conducting site visits, assessing existing conditions of the study area, designing a stakeholder outreach strategy and conducting a SWOT analysis. You'll learn to balance the technical, normative, and value-driven aspects of planning—developing the "peripheral vision" that makes planners effective in complex urban environments. Over the year, you'll apply your knowledge to produce actionable recommendations that promote equitable development and respond to today's social and economic challenges. By the end of the course, you'll have hands-on experience creating meaningful planning solutions and a strong foundation for launching a career in a profession that shapes vibrant, just, and resilient cities.

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