About Matthew Ruther
Dr. Matthew H. Ruther specializes in urban studies, population research, and geographic analysis. He serves as a professor in the Department of Urban and Public Affairs and has served as director of the Kentucky State Data Center, which focuses on population and demographic data. Dr. Ruther earned his bachelor's degree in Economics and Quantitative Studies from New York University in 1995, followed by a master's degree in Demography in 2009 and a Ph.D. in Demography in 2012 from the University of Pennsylvania. His research interests include population trends, spatial analysis, and quantitative research methods, which help explain demographic changes and their effects on communities and urban development. Through his academic work, Dr. Ruther contributes to a better understanding of Kentucky's population and the challenges and opportunities facing its communities.
Areas of Expertise
GIS, Urban Demography, Quantitative MethodsSelected Publications
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Recent Courses Taught
GIS; Housing and Community Development
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