It’s all part of a trend that began in the mid-20th Century, said James Hughes, dean emeritus of the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University.
“In 1960, about half of all households were married families with children, the ‘Leave it to Beaver’ family,” Hughes said.
As Baby Boomers moved out of their parents’ homes, they started living alone in increasing numbers. About 12 percent of New Jersey adults now live alone, a legacy of that time period.
Pursuing a college education and the American dream, Rafael Escalante departed the embattled South American nation and made his way to New Jersey Rafael Escalante escaped politically motivated persecution as a teenager in Venezuela to find his place – and a brighter...
by Eric Seymour As part of our ongoing research project supported by the New Jersey State Policy Lab, we are examining the growth of corporate ownership in the state’s small residential property market. Our focus is on 1- to 4-unit properties, which, in addition to...
Abstract Contemporary public discourse surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) often exhibits a disproportionate level of fear and confusion relative to AI’s factually documented capabilities and implications. This study examines how the systematic use of alarmist...
Do perceptions of speeding act as a barrier to automated speed enforcement in the United States? Highlights Many American adults do not believe speeding is particularly dangerous. Yet 65% of respondents believe their community should vote for automated speed...
The Bloustein School is saddened to announce the passing of Salah S. El-Shakhs, 90, Distinguished Professor and Planning & Policy Development Coordinator Emeritus, Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program, on July 17, 2025. Dr. El-Shakhs joined the Rutgers faculty of...