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Be Part of the First Edition of MPLAN Magazine
We are excited to announce a call for submissions for the very first edition of MPLAN Magazine , a new Bartlett School of Planning student- and alumni-led publication. MPLAN is a space for ideas, reflections, critiques, sketches, and conversations about planning in all its forms. We are inviting students and alumni from all Bartlett School of Planning programmes to contribute a 500–1000 word piece on any planning issue, question, or project that matters to you. This is an op
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Mar 32 min read
Be Part of the First Edition of MPLAN Magazine
We are excited to announce a call for submissions for the very first edition of MPLAN Magazine , a new Bartlett School of Planning student- and alumni-led publication. MPLAN is a space for ideas, reflections, critiques, sketches, and conversations about planning in all its forms. We are inviting students and alumni from all Bartlett School of Planning programmes to contribute a 500–1000 word piece on any planning issue, question, or project that matters to you. This is an op
Mar 32 min read
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Written by Isabel Syrek Participate in building a new knowledge resource for students and staff at The Bartlett School of Planning Join...
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My virtual working experience during the UK lockdown
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Hey everyone! I’m Bryan! A year 2 undergraduate pursuing Urban Planning, Design and Management. This summer, I completed a 2-month...
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