Identify and map unsafe transportation cooridors in Monona Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. UniverCity Year Contact Info Gavin Luter Managing Director gavin@cows.org 608-261-1141 University Faculty Contact A-Xing Zhu Geography Professor azhu@wisc.edu (608) 262-0272 Local Government / Community Contact Brad Bruun Public Works Project Manager/GIS Specialist 608-222-2525 […]
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Green County Human Services proposed the creation of a mental health navigator (MHN) position to address the community need for improved connection to mental health resources. In this report we provide a brief literature review of the public health significance of this topic generally and in the context of Green County. We discuss relevant community […]
Facilities at the University of St. Thomas would like to develop a Bike Master Plan that outlines a strategy (including physical resources/infrastructure and programs) to create a campus environment conducive to biking. One component of this effort is examining bicycle and pedestrian safety on campus and around the perimeter of campus. Engineering students will analyze […]
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demonstrate how to improve bike safety by completing the bicycle lane network between Third and Second Streets. demonstrate the benefits & use of bike boxes in increasing visibility and safety for bicyclists. create pubic interest in improving bicycle and pedestrian safety near Chico State and the South Campus Neighborhood educate the public about the benefits […]
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COMM 473 students will continue working on a campaign to raise awareness and provide information to motorists and pedestrians of State College. The campaign will promote safety throughout the borough and enhance the borough’s reputation as a pedestrian-friendly and bike-friendly community Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable Communities Collaborative […]
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COMM 471 students will continue building off past work by communications students by implementing a public relations campaign that was designed in Fall 2016 to raise awareness amongst pedestrians and drivers on safety practices around crosswalks. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Sustainable Communities Collaborative Contact Info University Faculty Contact […]
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COMM 473 students in previous semesters studied the safety issues along Atherton Street in State College, in particular focusing their research and work on pedestrian and bicycle safety. In fall 2016, students developed a Public Relations Campaign “Drive with Care/Walk Aware” with the goal to raise awareness amongst pedestrians and drivers of safety practices in […]
Based on an initial community assessment and literature review of Teen Intervene and Brief Interventions, a toolkit and video were created to improve implementation of Teen Intervene in Green County. The toolkit includes elements which can be used to educate referral sources, collect program data, and grow the program to its full potential. Read the […]
Assist with UniverCity Year collaboration and evaluation. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. UniverCity Year Contact Info Gavin Luter Managing Director gavin@cows.org 608-261-1141 University Faculty Contact Ken Genskow Urban and Regional Planning kgenskow@wisc.edu Local Government / Community Contact […]
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Assess the public-health needs of mobile-home community residents in Carver County, and identify interventions and communication strategies that are culturally appropriate for residents. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Resilient Communities Project Contact Info University Faculty Contact Carissa Slotterback Public Affairs Local Government / Community Contact Tami LaGow […]
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