Author Archives: Chris Arroyo

Sharon Zukin argues that much of the value of a neighborhood lies in its people, particularly those that have been there for a long time. While this view alone may not be controversial, Zukin founds many of her arguments on … Continue reading →

In his article, Max Herman writes about ethnic succession and what elements of it combine to stir up conflict. Herman argues that when a new ethnic group moves into a neighborhood, they compete with the existing ethnic group for a … Continue reading →

The Manhattan Municipal Building sits adjacent to City Hall and is home to thirteen New York City agencies. Completed in 1914, the Municipal building was designed to consolidate a number of expanding city agencies which rented offices throughout Manhattan. The building … Continue reading →

The concept of an ethnic enclave is a somewhat tricky idea, one that has led to the development of a number of clashing theories. Some believe that ethnic enclaves provide much needed transitioning areas for immigrants. Others believe that immigrants … Continue reading →

In his article, “Food Fights and American Values,” Gabaccia exposes an America that actively rejected ethnic food. Perhaps this is surprising in today’s context, but in a historical perspective, it is not truly curious. During the end of the 19th century … Continue reading →

Gordon and Gerstle write about the tendency for those living in the United States to try to become more “white”, a phenomenon clearly still active in today’s world. Gordon lays out three theories of assimilation, one of them being “Anglo-conformity,” which describes … Continue reading →

The Chateau Calloway: quite possibly the most diverse building in what is certainly the most diverse area in the world. In his description of this building, Suketu Mehta creates the vision of an almost unrealistically motley world. Mehta’s article reads like … Continue reading →