Date of Award

5-2007

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

M.S.

Degree Program

Urban Studies

Department

School of Urban and Regional Studies

Major Professor

Kiefer, John

Second Advisor

Renne, John

Third Advisor

Villavaso, Stephen

Abstract

The beginning of the 21st Century has presented the United States with many new challenges. One of the most significant challenges we face are domestic and foreign security issues. Though traditionally the U.S. has relied on military and law enforcement agencies to address security related matters, in the wake of new pressing concerns such as terrorism, foreign fuel reliance and environmental degradation it has become apparent that other alternatives must be examined. One such alternative is the implementation of smart growth initiatives into current urban and sub-urban planning processes. The implementation of these initiatives into existing and new development will provide the United States with the strategic advantage to address security issues in the 21st Century.

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