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My participation in this research project complements my academic coursework as I have come to further understand the complexities of decision-making within and among multiple levels of government. Brownfield redevelopment is a multifaceted and interdisciplinary subject, with far-reaching social, political and scientific impacts on the community. Contributing to weekly meetings with the NCUR-Lancy group and my experiences with political actors have given me the ability to see the challenging opportunities the City faces rather than just it’s recurring problems. Professionally, I have learned that it is important to persistently seek guidance from faculty mentors; understanding their intentions and the target objectives of the assignment is essential to formulating and completing a useful, successful project. Through my MUSE experience, I have developed advanced analytical and interpersonal skills that will be of invaluable assistance to my future academic career. I am excited to continue learning about brownfields as I write my Senior Thesis in the fall semester.

Jessica Godofsky
Sociology Major, Public Policy Minor

Community and Environmental Transitions in Metropolitan Trenton

Department of Sociology and Anthropology

The College of New Jersey

P.O. Box 7718

Ewing, NJ 08628

p) 609.771.2670

F) 609.637.5186

E) trenton@tcnj.edu

 

Project Directors

Diane C. Bates

P) 609.771.3176

E) bates@tcnj.edu

 

Elizabeth Borland

P) 609.771.2869

E) borland@tcnj.edu