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Urban health is a growing area of public health focus around the world. The interdisciplinary nature of this field of study presents a unique challenge for researchers and policy makers, but also a critical opportunity to share and integrate knowledge using a systems thinking framework. The seminar style course will consist of a brief introduction to the goals and frameworks of urban health planning, followed by four urban case studies represented by four cities around the world at varying stages of industrialization. Material will be guided by discussions and debates about pressing urban health topics. This is a Gordis Teaching Fellowship course. Priority registration is given to Public Health Studies majors. Other students will be permitted to register as space allows.