Students
Hometown: Pasadena, California
Pronouns: She/her
Why I'm majoring in Urban Studies: I chose to major in Urban Studies because I’m fascinated by how much you can learn just by paying close attention to the everyday life of a city. The way people move, interact, and their surroundings tell a deeper story about inequality, opportunity, and community. I really believe that careful observation is where meaningful change begins. Urban Studies gives me the tools to turn those observations into thoughtful ...
Hometown: Reno, Nevada
Pronouns: She/her
Why I'm minoring in Urban Studies: I want to learn how to make a more sustainable urban future
What do you like about Urban Studies: The students and teachers are all truly dedicated to what they are learning and teaching!
Other academic interests: Majoring in Design and Coterming in Sustainability Science and Practice
Hometown: Bethesda, Maryland
Why I'm majoring in Urban Studies: When I graduate, I hope to help create effective, energy-efficient, and climate-resilient infrastructure that promotes human health and well-being. Urban Studies has given me all the tools I need to meet these goals.
Favorite class/professor: Advanced Concepts in Geographic Information Sciences (GIS) with Diana Moanga! Diana's class taught me the dual values of effective workflows and visual storytelling
Favorite Book: The Unbearable ...
Hometown: Denver, CO
Pronouns: He/him
Why I'm majoring in Urban Studies: I’ve always been passionate about studying the built environment. From architecture to mobility, I love analyzing layered urban histories. Every city has a unique story that continuously evolves, shaping the urban life that we experience today. However, beyond the theoretical analysis of cities, I want to work in urban design or urban planning. As the global population continues to skyrocket, more and more people will live in ...
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Pronouns: She/her
Why I'm majoring in Urban Studies: Growing up in Philadelphia, I witnessed firsthand how the powerful forces of an urban environment directly shape a person's education, opportunities, and future. I chose to major in Urban Studies because it allowed me to dig deeper into the complex sociologies behind these real-world processes, turning my lived experiences into academic insight. I am drawn to the blunt, unfiltered reality of cities and the incredible ...