Social Capital’s Role in American Communities: From Theory to Practice

Social capital can come in many forms (trust, civic engagement, community attachment, and social networks) and has become one of the most contested concepts in social sciences. This course is designed to balance theories, methods, and applications, drawing on literatures from sociology, public policy, public administration, communication, media studies, and management.

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June 11, 2025

This post was written by 2nd year student Ryan Ledbetter....

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June 09, 2025

Lilly Parker is a 2nd year student in the MPA program.  As a former teacher from Kentucky, Lilly’s...

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April 24, 2025

This Spring, the UNC MPA program welcomed 20 new students into the online format. From an...

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