Title: Changing Cities, Regions and Universities
Subtitle: A Lifetime’s Work Translating Geography Into Policy and Practise
Subject Classification:  Built Environment, Politics and Government, Education  
BIC Classification: JN, RG, JP
BISAC Classification: EDU001030, SOC026030, POL026000
Binding: Hardback, eBook
Planned publication date: Dec 2025
ISBN (Hardback): 978-1-80441-896-3
ISBN (eBook): 978-1-80441-897-0

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Description

John Goddard reviews more than half a century of his research and campaigns within and outwith universities covering a period of pronounced changes in the world and in the ways cities and regions, as well as universities, have been governed and managed. Throughout this time his goal has been to bring about a reorientation of public policy intended to support more balanced city and regional development and to mobilise universities as key actors. This autobiographical account illustrates an enduring philosophy of inspiring individuals and institutions to radically change their thinking and actions in ways that fully recognise the importance of place – that geography matters. And that ‘off the wall’ ideas can be developed through research translated into public policy and then tested by local action in ways that not only contribute to policy revision, but also spark new ideas, both top down and bottom up.

Biography

Author(s):  John Goddard has held prominent roles, including founding and leading the influential Centre for Urban and Regional Development Studies (CURDS), and Deputy VC at Newcastle University. Throughout his career he has contributed to shaping urban, regional and higher education policies, including championing nationally and internationally the civic role of universities in their communities.

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