About Sumei (May) Zhang
Dr. Sumei (May) Zhang is a Professor, specializing in urban and regional planning, urban sustainability, land use, real estate, and spatial analysis. She earned her Ph.D. in City and Regional Planning and a Master of Applied Statistics from The Ohio State University, as well as master's and bachelor's degrees in geography from Nanjing University in China. Her research examines how urban development, housing markets, transportation, and neighborhood characteristics influence communities and the built environment. Dr. Zhang also contributes to planning education through her teaching, research, and publications, helping students develop the analytical skills needed to address complex urban and regional challenges. Her work combines quantitative methods with practical planning applications to support informed decision-making and sustainable community development.
Selected Publications
Please check Dr. Zhang's Google Scholar Site for more information.
Recent Courses Taught
Applied Research Methods; Real Estate Market Analysis; Real Estate Principles; Sustainable Built Enviornment
Program Director & Professor