Academic papers on Urban Studies

Modesto and Taipei
This 9 page paper looks at two cities; Modesto in California, US and Taipei in Taiwan. The two areas are examined for similarities and differences that will impact on everyday life. The areas are assessed as potential destinations to live within....
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Herbert Gans/Urban Villagers
A 5 page book review that examines Professor Herbert J. Gans' landmark work The Urban Villagers, which was originally published in 1962 and revised and updated in 1982. This volume is considered to be a "classic statement against urban renewal and...
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Racialization in Calhoun, Georgia
This 5 page paper discusses the population diversity and racialization that occurs in Calhoun, Georgia. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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New York City's 2008 Fare Hike Proposal
This 5 page paper examines the conflict that has ensued since a proposal to raise the fares in NYC in 2008 was announced. The history of the NYC mass transportation system is touched on. Class conflict is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Demographics: In and Around Children
This 5 page paper examines some of the community near Children
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Growth In San Luis Obispo County
10 pages in length. California's central coast is home to the San Luis Obispo County is located which encompasses just over thirty-three hundred square miles that house a number of recreational- and tourist-related characteristics, not the least of...
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A 5 page review of the 2007 document by Jennifer Vey and the Brookings Institute. The economic status of sixty five of Americas older industrial cities is accessed and a plan presented for their future. No additional sources are listed.
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Detroit, Michigan
This 7 page paper examines the city of Detroit. Research is provided on aspects such as the economy, the educational system and politics. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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DeParle/American Dream
A 5 page research paper that offers an overview of 2 books Jason DeParle
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The Transportation Planning Process
This 10 page paper provides an overview of the Transportation Planning Process used in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Human Services in Charlotte, NC
A 4 page research paper that briefly discusses human service programs and facilities in Charlotte, North Carolina. The writer discusses programs that provide poor children with school clothes and school supplies, programs for the homeless, the...
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Assessing a Development Plan for an Incinerator
This 14 page paper looks at the plan to build a waste incinerator in the UK. The paper discusses the different issues that will be addressed when the company and the planning authority determine if the plan should go ahead. The write looks at the...
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The Future of Jersey City
This 3 page paper examines Hudson County, with a focus on Jersey City. Its growth and the future of Jersey City are things discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Challenges and Opportunities facing Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This 12 page paper discusses some of the problems and opportunities now facing Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, which in many ways is at the beginning of a renaissance. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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How Immigration Affects the Urban Population
This 3 page paper examines immigration and its impact on cities. The paper projects ten to fifteen years into the future to see how cities will fare. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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