During the Fall 2011 academic term at the University of Oregon, six groups of students in an architecture design studio worked with the City of Springfield to develop six approaches for redevelopment of the former Waremart site at the intersection of Mohawk Boulevard and Centennial Boulevard. The City of Springfield had goals for the site […]
Focus Area: Equity
A Front Porch for Marquam Hill and Oregon Health & Science University
During winter and spring terms 2018, graduate and undergraduate students in Professor Brook Muller’s terminal studio completed analytical research and urban design proposals for the Marquam Hill site. The urban design schemes encompassed a larger expanse – an east-west transect of southwest Portland that included the Willamette River, South Waterfront, Lair Hill, Barbur Boulevard (“the […]
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An Exploratory Study of Parkingin the Rosemont Housing Development
During the fall semester 2017, a Qualitative Methods in Sociology class at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) partnered with the City of San Marcos and Democracy In Action through the University’s Once of Community Engagement to conduct an exploratory study of parking in San Marcos’ Rosemont neighborhood. Thirty-four undergraduate students collaborated on this multi-faceted […]
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North Downtown Waterfront Development: Building Design Proposals
During the Fall 2010 and Winter 2011 academic terms at the University of Oregon, twelve students in an architecture studio course worked with the City of Salem to develop twelve different architectural programs and designs for the redevelopment of Salem’s North Downtown Waterfront.Proposals include a Salem river research center, brewpubs, museums, recreation centers, hotels, and […]
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First Step Oskaloosa Solid Waste
Due to Oskaloosa’s increase in population, city officials were interested in recommendations that supported growth in a sustainable way. Students evaluated the economic and environmental impacts of the City’s waste hauling system and made recommendations for developing a more environmentally friendly and economically sound program. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community […]
Urban Forestry
During Pfugerville’s comprehensive city planning process citzens listed parks, trails and open space as one of the top fve livability elements in Pfugerville, and a top three priority for Pfugerville’s development over the next ten years. Pfugerville’s urban tree canopy is an important component of the city’s open space and the city has invested resources […]
Support and Invest: A Model for New Teacher Mentoring in Rural Schools
During the 2018-2019 school year, I have had the privilege of developing a program focused on reducing isolation and increasing support for new teachers in the Juda School District. I want to thank the wonderful administration and staff in Juda for allowing me to be a part of their community. When this project began, I […]
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North Downtown Waterfront Development: Urban Design Proposals
During the fall 2010 academic term at the University of Oregon, five groups of three students in an architecture studio course worked with the City of Salem to develop five schemes for the redevelopment of the North Downtown Waterfront. The students investigated existing site conditions and a variety of factors influencing development of this particular […]
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Dickinson Comprehensive Plan
Dicksinson developed its first Comprehensive Plan. Nestled between League City and Texas City along the Gulf Freeway south of Houston, Dickinson is home to orginial Italian settlers from Galveston, and therefore rich in history. Economic development and the desire for greater open space were two focus areas for the community. Read the final student report […]
Public Opinion Survey
Dr. Grace Wang worked with an intern to execute a public opinion survey designed to understand the true degree of support for various land use policy issues in the County. (intern, 2017-2018) Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable Cities Partnership Contact Info University Faculty Contact Local Government / Community […]