Urban Studies encompasses the study of many facets of cities, including historical development, architecture, design, and future planning. In this transdisciplinary field, specific areas of particular interest to different students - such as affordable housing, the environment, or transportation - can be explored in detail in each unique mentorship. Final projects in urban studies mentorships often involve writing policy proposals or research papers with the potential to make powerful suggestions for future decision makers.

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Urban Studies

projects

Academic Papers

Case Study

Academic paper comparing affordable housing models, evaluating resident satisfaction, maintenance quality, and health outcomes in each

Urban Studies

Public Policy

Policy and Advocacy Reports

Case Study

Policy report prepared for NYC Councilmember on Department of Sanitation rule regarding commercial waste containers, including the effect of the rule on local businesses and policy recommendations

Analysis of how U.S. policy has failed to address the crisis of climate-induced migration and what steps might be taken in the future

Environmental Studies

Urban Studies

Handbooks and manuals

Case Study

Brochure consisting of NYC map overlaying library locations with pertinent data and actionable recommendations

Urban Studies

Education

Policy and Advocacy Reports

Case Study

Analysis of union vs. non-union construction outcomes in the private sector with recommendations for the public sector

Urban Studies

Policy and Advocacy Reports

Case Study

Policy brief with innovative recommendations for increased access to affordable housing for the workforce in NYC

Urban Studies

Academic Papers

Case Study

Research paper analyzing the CityWalk Bishop Ranch development in San Ramon, exploring whether the planning process adequately took into account the needs of service and hospitality workers commuting to the city.

Urban Studies

Urban Studies Mentorships

Urban Studies

projects

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