Event Title
Poverty and Urbanization: The 'U' Shape Theory in Michigan
Presentation Type
Poster/Portfolio
Presenter Major(s)
Geography and Planning
Mentor Information
Jeroen Wagendorp
Department
Geography and Planning
Location
Henry Hall Atrium 19
Start Date
10-4-2013 1:00 PM
End Date
10-4-2013 2:00 PM
Keywords
Historical Perspectives, Social Class, Social Science, U.S. Diversity
Abstract
The U shape theory explains the distribution of poverty as the population concentration changes when moving along a spectrum from a highly rural area to a highly urban area. The relationship between poverty and urbanization in Michigan will be examined using county level poverty and urbanization data. Poverty data will also be mapped at a more local level to observe specifically how the poverty distribution radiates out from urban centers. The causes and implications of the U shape distribution will also be considered.
Poverty and Urbanization: The 'U' Shape Theory in Michigan
Henry Hall Atrium 19
The U shape theory explains the distribution of poverty as the population concentration changes when moving along a spectrum from a highly rural area to a highly urban area. The relationship between poverty and urbanization in Michigan will be examined using county level poverty and urbanization data. Poverty data will also be mapped at a more local level to observe specifically how the poverty distribution radiates out from urban centers. The causes and implications of the U shape distribution will also be considered.