Intercultural Studies: Urban Studies
This guide will help you in your research for Intercultural Studies.
Available in the Library
These books, plus many more, can all be found in the Reference section of our library. Search the Library Online Catalog to find additional resources.
Why Cities Matter: To God, the Culture, and the Church by Stephen T. Um and Justin Buzzard
Call Number:
BR 115 .C45 U4 2013
Center Church: Doing Balanced, Gospel-Centered Ministry in Your City by Timothy Keller
Call Number:
BV 2653 .K45 2012
Research on Schools, Neighborhoods and Communities: Toward Civic Responsibility by William F. Tate
Call Number:
LC 221 .R47 2012
Models, Mentors, and Messages: Blueprints of Urban Ministry by Rene Rochester
Call Number:
BV 637 .R617 2009
A Heart for the Community: New Models for Urban and Suburban Ministry by John Fuder and Noel Castellanos
Call Number:
BV 637 .H43 2009
Urban Studies Resources
- Urban Sustainability Laboratory | Wilson CenterThe Laboratory will develop learning exchanges that advance comprehensive and integrated policies, public-private partnerships, strategic long-term city planning and sustainable models for managing urban development by strengthening governance structures and engaging civil society.
- American FactFinderAmerican FactFinder provides access to data about the United States, Puerto Rico and the Island Areas. The data in American FactFinder come from several censuses and surveys.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsThe Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor is the principal Federal agency responsible for measuring labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes in the economy. Its mission is to collect, analyze, and disseminate essential economic information to support public and private decision-making.
- Census.govThe US Census is the leading source of quality data about the nation’s people and economy. Their website is full of free and searchable statistics.
- National Center for Health StatisticsRun by the Centers for Disease Control, the NCHS is the nation’s principal health statistics agency. Their site is designed to provide you with quick and easy access to the wide range of information and data available.
- Sourcebook of Criminal Justice StatisticsThis website brings together data from state and federal agency reports, research centers, universities, and private companies. It includes statistical information on criminal justice issues and topics.
- The Roper Center for Public Opinion ResearchThe Roper Center for Public Opinion Research is one of the world’s leading archives of social science data, specializing in data from surveys of public opinion.
- The Urban InstituteThe Urban Institute gathers data, conducts research, evaluates programs, offers technical assistance overseas, and educates Americans on social and economic issues — to foster sound public policy and effective government.
- Pew Research CenterPew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping America and the world. It conducts public opinion polling, demographic research, media content analysis and other empirical social science research.
- Institute for Research on PovertyIRP is a center for interdisciplinary research into the causes and consequences of poverty and social inequality in the United States.
Professional Organizations and Think Tanks
- Urban Affairs AssociationThe Urban Affairs Association (UAA) is the international professional organization for urban scholars, researchers, and public service professionals.
- Urban Affairs CoalitionThe Urban Affairs Coalition unites government, business, neighborhoods, and individual initiatives to improve the quality of life in the region, build wealth in urban communities, and solve emerging issues.
- American Planning AssociationThe American Planning Association brings together thousands of people — practicing planners, citizens, elected officials — committed to making great communities happen.
- City MayorsThe City Mayors Foundation, an international think tank dedicated to urban affairs, consists of international professionals working together to promote strong and prosperous cities as well as good local government.