Social inequality is at the core of communityýeconomic development policy and practice. Theýbasic premise of this course is that any doctoralýdissertation or thesis in CED must address, atýsome level, social inequality. This course isýdesigned to lead doctoral and advanced MA studentsýthrough an examination of how social scientists,ýpolicy makers, and practitioners conceptualize andýaddress (or fail to address) social inequality. Asýa wide-ranging examination of diverse perspectivesýon social inequality and of its diverse empiricalýmanifestations (race, gender, ethnicity, amongýothers), this course will lead each student toýproduce a comprehensive literature review on aýtopic directly pertinent to his or herýdissertation or thesis interests. While manyýrequired readings are US-based, emphasis will alsoýbe placed on global perspectives. Students will beýactively involved in shaping optional readings andýthe specific content of some sessions.