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These data are a modified version of the original Citizens' Service Bureau Data release dated 02/17/2016. Data were manually extracted from the original release and then slightly modified for the purposes of this assignment. Several variables were dropped to limit the file size to less than 100GB (to comply with GitHub policy on file size). Observations prior to January 1, 2009 and after December 31, 2015 were removed. The code to create this dataset is included. You do not need to execute this code. It is provided solely for reference, reproducibility, and transparency. The output that it generated is included as well for reference.
This class introduces both the theoretical and technical skills that constitute the nascent field of Geographic Information Science (GISc). Techniques introduced include data cleaning and management, map production and cartography, and the manipulation of both tabular and spatial data. The impacts of GISc on public policy, and the effects of public policy on GISc, are also discussed. The course incorporates a wide variety of social, economic, health, urban, meteorological, and environmental data. These data are mapped at a variety of extents, from the City of St. Louis to the St. Louis Metropolitan region, Missouri, all United States counties, and all U.S. states.
Christopher Prener (Ph.D., Northeastern University, 2015) is an urban and medical sociologist with an interest in mixed methods research designs that incorporate spatial data. His dissertation examined the effect of neighborhood context and conditions on emergency medical services work, particularly with patients who have mental illnesses or substance use disorders. He is also part of a research team examining the effect of literacy on mental health service use and recovery. He is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Saint Louis University. More details are available at his website and he can be contacted at prenercg@slu.edu.
Saint Louis University is a Catholic, Jesuit institution that values academic excellence, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. Founded in 1818, the University fosters the intellectual and character development of more than 13,000 students on two campuses in St. Louis and Madrid, Spain. Building on a legacy of nearly 200 years, Saint Louis University continues to move forward with an unwavering commitment to a higher purpose, a greater good.