Events: Join Georgetown University for a webinar to explore its Master’s in Urban & Regional Planning

Join Georgetown University for a webinar from 12 pm to 1 pm, Wednesday, June 9, to find out how its Master’s in Urban & Regional Planning will prepare you to solve the critical challenges facing urban communities around the world.

Ideal for working professionals, the program offers options for full- or part-time participation and classes held on weekday evenings, so you can earn your degree without interrupting your career. You’ll learn from industry scholars and practitioners in the classroom while developing your skills outside of class through applied problem-solving, international travel, independent research, and networking events. Upon completing the program, you’ll have the industry knowledge and leadership skills needed to effectively and responsibly shape the communities of tomorrow. Register here.

We’re sharing this event through a sponsored listing agreement with Georgetown University. We offer this advertising option to organizations holding relevant programs in the greater Washington region. Sponsored listings help fund our work, while also spreading the word about opportunities to learn more about urbanism. See the full list of GGWash sponsors online.

Thursday, June 3

The path to leadership for women in transportation: Who are the women at the helm of transportation agencies and organizations, and what is the pathway to those positions? The Eno Center for Transporation hosting a paneled discussion about the future of women in transportation, held from 2 pm to 3 pm, Thursday, June 3. Registration is required for this free event.

Tuesday, June 8

How water and energy systems are funded: The Council of Development Finance Agencies is hosting a webinar about how to make energy grids and water infrastructure in cities more resilient and secure. CDFA’s Federal Financing webinar series will include experts from the EPA and DOE who can talk about best practices, case studies, and mitigation tools that will help communities finance critical projects. This event will be from 2 to 3:30 pm, June 8. Click here for more information.

Thursday, June 10

How Arlington can tackle its missing middle housing challenge: The Alliance for Housing Solutions is hosting its annual Leckey Forum with keynote speaker Daniel Parolek, CEO and Principal of Opticos Design, and author of “Missing Middle Housing: Thinking Big and Building Small to Respond to Today’s Housing Crisis.” Parolek will chat about his book and discuss the mistakes cities are making when implementing Missing Middle Housing. This virtual event will be from 7 to 8 pm on June 10. Register here.

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