Abstract
Crime and violence in the cities of the United States has been an issue since cities first emerged. Much research has been dedicated to presumed factors that trigger high rates of crime in central cities, as this phenomenon continues. This study examines the role that the underclass’ spatial and racial isolation has on urban homicide. A regression analysis is used to determine the factors that influence homicide in the city of Chicago. The demographics and neighborhood characteristics within Chicago are observed and used in this study to test the hypothesis that these factors contribute to urban homicide.
Advisor
Burnell, James
Second Advisor
Fitz Gibbon, Heather
Department
Urban Studies
Recommended Citation
Pannell, Evan L., "The Underclass Spatial, Racial Isolation and its Implications on Urban Homicide" (2015). Senior Independent Study Theses. Paper 6590.
https://openworks.wooster.edu/independentstudy/6590
Publication Date
2015
Degree Granted
Bachelor of Arts
Document Type
Senior Independent Study Thesis
© Copyright 2015 Evan L. Pannell