CURA believes that communities have the skills and experience to conduct research that produces valuable knowledge grounded i

Most states and cities are still searching for the right mix of rules to curb big investors’ influence on rental housing. Renters are caught in the middle.

"CURA turned out to be quite the life-changing position." Mike Greco

Join CURA for an evening showcasing the Creative Justice program, featuring artists Udeshi Basu and Briauna Williams.

State lawmakers and experts said the Minnesota affordable housing bill will save thousands from eviction but also isn't enough.

Join us for a presentation of our latest report, “Survey of Tenants in Single-Family Rentals, Phase 2: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Bloomington.” During this event we will explore findings from the report...

CURA works on many different programs, including our Community Geographic Information Systems (CGIS) program provides analysis and mapping support to empower community-based organizations and governme...

Apply TodayThe University of Minnesota has thousands of job opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience, hone your professional and personal skills, and contribute to your campus commu...

Apply TodayThe University of Minnesota has thousands of job opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience, hone your professional and personal skills, and contribute to your campus commu...

Apply TodayThe University of Minnesota has thousands of job opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience, hone your professional and personal skills, and contribute to your campus commu...

To protect themselves from ICE, many families are staying home; tenant organizers are pushing for eviction moratoriums to keep them safe.

YouTube video by University of Minnesota Office for Public Engagement

Most rent stabilization ordinances exempt new construction for a number of years, allowing developers and landlords to charge market-rate prices for those units.