So, what's going on here?
This website is the culmination of a semester's worth of studies on Providence, Rhode Island. The goal of these studies was to determine which elements have shaped the urban fabric of Providence.
A number of analyses were conducted to hypothesize answers to overarching questions which arose during the course.
Through coursework organized into 09 modules, a number of urban and non-urban factors were studied to assist in developing these analyses.
Through coursework organized into 09 modules, a number of urban and non-urban factors were studied to assist in developing these analyses.
These modules were not only studied in the context of today, but also through history. These modules take into account the
PAST - PRESENT - FUTURE
PAST - PRESENT - FUTURE
Now What?
Please take a look around. Navigate through pages which will take you through explorations of concepts and ideas that will attempt to show how Providence became the city it is today. If you would like a quick introduction to Providence, to familiarize yourself, please click below!
01 Choose your Own Adventure! HISTORY OR ECONOMICS?
02 Back for more?
What's the Situation? Current Trends in Providence
Break it Down. Critical Points
What about the People? Demographics, Immigration, and Socio-Economics
03 Quick Navigation! Get Facts Fast
Demographics
Decentralization