In April 2017, CURA highlighted an event for Richard Florida who addressed Growing Income Inequality in U.S. CURA was a co-sponsor for the Provost's Discovery Theme Lecture Program, featuring thought-leader and professor Richard Florida on April 19. The event brought together the university community and off-campus professionals interested in hearing Florida's new take on the urban landscape, particularly how cities have evolved since the release of Rise of the Creative Class in 2002. To read the full article click the link below.