Anderson explores dynamics of street life
Sociology professor Elijah Anderson transported students Tuesday from a warm room in the Afro-American Cultural Center to a street corner in the “hood,” as he described the problems of poor urban living and associated social trends.
Anderson, a well-known sociologist who focuses on the structure and functioning of inner cities, was asked to speak of his experiences and work by the Here, Our Voices speaker series run through the Af-Am House. About 40 audience members, mostly students, listened silently for an hour and a half as Anderson presented on his life story and academic...
Yale spent almost 20 years trying to recruit this professor, who is considered the top authority in his field. Other top universities tried very hard as well. I'm glad that Yale's perseverence eventually paid off.