Loyola University Chicago
Here you will find all of CURL's research projects and publications.
This paper reviewed the literature that assesses the incidence of severe impairments among parents and children receiving AFDC (Aid to Families with Dependent Children) and TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), and projected that analysis to estimate the number of persons eligible for, but not receiving SSI (Supplemental Security Income) in the Illinois TANF case load.
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Community Fellow Pam Smith worked with Howard Area Alternative High School to research, document, and prepare the accreditation application to the Illinois Department of Education. The report was completed and full accreditation received by the high school.
Read MorePersistent racial and ethnic segregation has continuing implications for the social, political, cultural, and economic vitality of Chicago region. This report demonstrates the reality of such concentrations, and analyzes why they persist. We are particularly interested in assessing the impact of housing discrimination on job and wealth opportunities for people of color. Findings and recommendations are drawn from reports on this subject written since the last series of reports commissioned by the Human Relations Foundation of Chicago in 1990.
Read MoreDoug Dobmeyer, as one of the first CURL Community Fellows, prepared lectures for presentation at Loyola and at community locations. The subject was public policy creation at the local, state, and national levels. Three lectures were given.
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