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Lambda Alpha International, the Honorary Society for the Advancement of Land Economics, was founded in 1930 under the leadership of the renowned land economist and champion of academic freedom, Richard T. Ely. As an honorary society, it provides a forum for the study and advancement of land economics where the "winnowing and sifting" of ideas takes place in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Partner Category: Professional Association
Centennial Activities
The Plan of Chicago @ 100
Drawing on its international membership, the Ely Chapter of Lambda Alpha International (LAI) will publish a book of 15 essays on the Plan of Chicago in April 2009. The book includes photos taken by students from schools throughout the Chicago region who participated in The Fairchild Challenge photo and essay contest, an environmental competition sponsored annually by the Chicago Botanic Garden. LAI, in cooperation with The Fairchild Challenge, the Burnham Plan Centennial, and Chicago Metro 2020 sponsored The Burnham Experience. [MORE]
Friday, October 23, 2009 7:30am to 10:00am
Burnham's Plan of Chicago: History or Inspiration?
Lambda Alpha International Ely Chapter
The Ely Chapter of Lambda Alpha International, the Honorary Society for the advancement of Land Economics, is proud to sponsor a public symposium discussing Burnham's influence on Chicago and throughout the world. An exceptional panel of visionary pragmatists will explore questions about 21st century urban development. [MORE]
Thursday, May 28, 2009 5:30am to 8:00pm
Meet the Authors -- The Plan of Chicago @ 100
Cliff Dwellers
Meet the authors of the new book The Plan of Chicago @ 100: 15 Views of Burnham's Legacy for the New Century. The Ely Chapter of Lambda Alpha International invite you to attend a celebratory book signing with the authors from 5:30 followed by Q & A with the authors at 6:15. Optional dinner at 7 pm for $35 including tax and tip. [MORE]
Website: http://www.lai.org/
Addresses:
Contact: Barbara Morris, 630.260.0115,
bkmorris27@yahoo.com and ely-chicago@lai.org