Dr. Domenic Vitiello

Professor

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Biography

Domenic Vitiello is a professor in City Planning and Urban Studies at the Stuart Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on urban history, community development, and the dynamics of migrant communities. Since joining the faculty in 2007, he has engaged students in various projects that support migrant-diaspora-led organizations in the United States, Mexico, Africa, and Italy. His recent book, 'Sanctuary City: Immigrant, Refugee, Receiving Communities in Postindustrial Philadelphia' (Cornell, 2022), critically examines the experiences of immigrant communities across different regions. Vitiello has co-authored the book 'Immigration and Metropolitan Revitalization in the United States' (Penn, 2017) and has published numerous articles and book chapters. His work is characterized by a commitment to participatory action research, collaborating with diverse communities, including current projects in Sicily focusing on human rights and community-driven development. He has also played a significant role in urban agriculture initiatives and served on various boards of organizations dedicated to cultural and community advocacy.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
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