Stella Kwon analyzes ideological critiques of the 15-minute city from the left and right to bring robust community needs to the forefront.

Christopher Schwarting defends the benefits of urban public arts, including well-being, community identity, and connection.

Gabi Demuren explores local governance in Howard County, MD, and how civic engagement impacts the effectiveness of policy implementation.

Rhea Maniar explains how green schools can create a sustainability-minded environment for teachers and students in urban areas.

Alexander Hernandez describes nontraditional farming methods such as hydroponics and aquaponics that can help community gardens thrive.

Jada Pierre shares her experience in Havana, Cuba, in an ongoing conversation about mobility, sustainability, and development in the Global South.

Clyve Lawrence recounts his discussions about bike-share programs, congestion pricing, and a session he led on mobility justice.

Emily Xing uses art to illustrate the opportunity for a public response to unhoused communities that emphasizes dignity, humanity, and safety.

June Lee analyzes the idea of a third place, describing the challenges and opportunities for such places.

Carisma Wong introduces the public housing system in Malaysia: its implementation and its current problems.

Written by Hailey Akey. A discussion on redlinings lasting health and economic impacts on communities across the country.

Photo courtesy of phys.org/news/2018-10-cities-people-nature-flourish.html

An exploration of G10 Favelas, an innovative non-profit dedicated to solving systemic urban problems in the favelas of Brazil. 

Takeaways from Claire’s summer internship working in energy efficiency

By Clyve Lawrence. Our system has a vested interest in maintaining — or limiting — the mobility of certain groups. How do we move forward?

A case study of El Caño…a success story in formalizing informal settlements.

One life lost through a train track accident is one life too many!

It all begins with an idea.