The research publications document health, economy, violence, ecology, development and other urban issues most often using Milwaukee as the area of study. There is some correspondence dealing with the events leading up to the Center's formation and organization, and progress reports and newsletter publications which further document the Center's development. There are no access restrictions on the materials, and the collection is open to all members of the public in accordance with state law. However, the researcher assumes full responsibility for conforming with the laws of libel, privacy, and copyright which may be involved in the use of this collection. The files are organized alphabetically, then chronologically.
Files can contain a variety of materials, including correspondence, staff memos, and reports.
It acts as a contact between the university and the Milwaukee community for research assistance, works as the institutional representative for Roper Public Opinion Center, and conducts other special projects. The mission of the Center is to encourage and support research, communication and development of theory relevant to the policy needs of an urban society. The Urban Research Center reports to the Graduate School. Urban Research Center. UWM Archival Collection 129.