University of Pennsylvania gave a press release on the William H. Whyte Award Jonathan Barnett received by Partners for Livable Communities on February 21, 2013 at its annual award ceremony, A Celebration of Vision & Community Spirit. Jonathan Barnett who is currently the director of the City and Regional Planning program at the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Design has been recognized as a pioneer of educating and planning in urban city design. His work has influenced countless cities across America and the world at large. Here is the press release on the University of Pennsylvania School of Design website regarding his award.