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"Treat Everybody Right:" Multidimensional Foodways In Detroit, Alex B. Hill
"Treat Everybody Right:" Multidimensional Foodways In Detroit, Alex B. Hill
Wayne State University Theses
Detroit is assumed to be a “food desert” even with contradicting evidence. With fruits and vegetables available at each of Detroit’s 70+ independent grocery stores, there remains a lack of understanding in consumer preference and perception of nutritional access. It was reported in 2010 that upwards of $200 million in grocery spending leaves the City of Detroit. Throughout the months of July to September 2014, 73 Detroit residents participated in focus groups and group interviews to discuss food purchasing habits and perceptions of food access. Of the 73 participants, 51 completed a Food Purchasing and Eating Patterns (FPEP) survey which …
Human Capital In The Context Of Race, Gender And Geography: How Does It Really Help To Get A Good Job?, Ian Palmer
Human Capital In The Context Of Race, Gender And Geography: How Does It Really Help To Get A Good Job?, Ian Palmer
Wayne State University Theses
Human capital appears to be no longer adequate to explain why some people get good jobs and others get bad jobs. Increasingly, a person's race, gender, class and geographical location seem to be better predictors for the type of jobs people secure. The data that is used to explore the problem comes from a phone survey of Southeastern Michigan conducted during 2002 and 2003. Geographic space definitely affected demographic variables when looking at the makeup of the temporary workforce.
The Urban Geography Of Saginaw, Michigan, Dennis Glenn Cooper
The Urban Geography Of Saginaw, Michigan, Dennis Glenn Cooper
Wayne State University Theses
A study of the urban geography of Saginaw, Michigan.