The science of urban ecology demonstrates that cities are not mere technological constructions, distinct from and diametrically opposed to nature, but complex ecosystems. As laboratories for sustainable innovation, such as green rooftops, cities offer a unique vantage point for re-imagining the sustainability of the American Dream. Using Chicago as a prime exemplar, our panel consisting of students and alumni will explore how urban sustainability advancements and environmental justice activism are redefining how we think about and work toward the American Dream.

Panelists:
Dan Lyvers (BA ’21)
Yesenia Balcazar (Ba ’18)
Kiera Carpenter (current student)

Moderator:
Mike Bryson, Professor of Sustainability Studies, Roosevelt University

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