We are delighted to present the Newsletter (3)2024, focusing on the intricate relationship between arts and urban life. This thematic edition represents a significant milestone in our ongoing exploration of urban cultural sociology, bringing together diverse perspectives that illuminate the complex interplay between artistic expression and city spaces.
Under the thoughtful direction of Dr. Oleksandra Nenko, this issue weaves together multiple academic threads to create a rich tapestry of urban cultural analysis. The newsletter bridges urban sociology, sociology of the arts, cultural studies, scholarship on place and space, and artistic research, reflecting the multifaceted nature of contemporary urban life.
This interdisciplinary approach is particularly timely as we seek to understand our cities not just as physical spaces, but as living, breathing entities shaped by cultural practices and artistic interventions. The convergence of these various fields of study offers unique insights into how arts and culture serve as both lens and catalyst in urban environments, helping us comprehend and reshape our understanding of city life.
The visual elements, carefully crafted by Beatriz Lacerda, complement the scholarly content and enhance the newsletter’s ability to communicate complex ideas about urban cultural dynamics. This marriage of form and content exemplifies our commitment to exploring urban sociology through multiple modes of expression.
Our third shows ESA RN37 Board Members’ dedication to fostering dialogue across disciplinary boundaries, demonstrating how the arts can illuminate our understanding of urban spaces and communities. We invite readers to engage with these perspectives and contribute to the ongoing conversation about the role of arts and culture in shaping our urban future.
Join us in exploring this thoughtfully curated collection of insights at the intersection of arts and urban life, as we continue to build bridges between different approaches to understanding our cities.
We warmly welcome proposals for future thematic issues from potential guest editors who wish to contribute their unique perspectives and expertise to our growing community – please reach out to us with your ideas for upcoming editions of the RN37 Newsletter.
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katarzynakajdanek (December 24, 2024). RN37 Newsletter 1/2024 is out now. European Sociological Association Research Network 37: Urban Sociology. Retrieved June 18, 2025 from https://doi.org/10.58079/12zsk