Events

Evidence indicates nearly all youth eventually outgrow difficult behaviors without formal legal system intervention, leading developmental scientists to conclude that youth criminal behavior be understood as a form of normative adolescent risk-taking. Further, research shows that contact with…

While our iconic lakes and rivers capture the headlines, many of the most consequential actions that affect Minnesota’s water are shaped by the management of our critical water infrastructure, including stormwater, sewer and wastewater systems.  Learn how the University partners with…

Children’s health outcomes are shaped by more than medical care alone. Factors such as housing stability, food access, transportation, family income, education, neighborhood conditions, and access to healthcare services can all influence how pediatric illnesses develop, progress, and…

Weight stigma in healthcare is a significant and often overlooked public health issue, with documented impacts on the quality of care, patient trust, and health outcomes. Experiences of bias and discrimination in clinical settings can discourage individuals from seeking care and contribute to…

The evening will include an art exhibition featuring Udeshi Basu and Briauna Williams, artists talks, and light refreshments.

CURA's Creative Justice program bridges art, organizing, and community-based…

Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping how people work, make decisions, and interact with information across healthcare, government, workplaces, and everyday digital systems. As these technologies become more integrated into daily life, questions around transparency, trust, fairness,…

How do you turn ambitious community goals into measurable, everyday impacts?

CURA is a co-sponsor of this year's Mapping Expo at LOGIS. This collaborative event brings together non-profit organizations and government entities to explore cutting-edge…

Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping how residents interact with digital systems, from the algorithms behind social media platforms to the chatbots used in public-facing services. While these technologies present opportunities to improve access, efficiency, and engagement,…

Dementia presents significant challenges for individuals, families, and caregivers, yet stigma and cultural misunderstanding can further limit access to diagnosis, care, and support. Within African immigrant and African diaspora communities, misconceptions about dementia may delay care…

Join us for a presentation of our latest report, “Survey of Tenants in Single-Family Rentals, Phase 2: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Bloomington.” During this event we will explore findings from the report and hear from a panel of partners working to improve outcomes for residents of…

Potential participants should fill out an application form. Because space is limited, we will contact you shortly after the application deadline to schedule an interview or confirm your enrollment.

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A part of the Thomas Scott Seminar series

In recent decades, American suburbs have undergone a so-called renaissance as multiple forces have transformed them into denser urban…

CURA is a co-sponsor of the "HOME: Health, Opportunity, Mobility, and Equity in Housing." The Research Barnraising is a 1.5 day symposium, where we aim to explore and start to build innovative research and collaborations centered around the theme of housing.  Housing plays a fundamental…

In honor of the late Esther Wattenberg, the Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare and the Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA) will be hosting the 2024 Esther Wattenberg Policy Forum.

Download a PDF of the "Exploring the Impacts of the RealPage Antitrust" presentation

Presenters: Lawrence McDonough, Policy Attorney for HOME Line and Senior Fellow for…