Dr. Judith Long

Biography

Judith Grant Long is an Associate Professor of Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Michigan, with a joint appointment in Sport Management. Her research focuses on the intersection of sports, economics, infrastructure, and the financing of sports venues through public-private partnerships. She studies urban planning in the context of global sports mega-projects, including the Olympic Games and FIFA World Cup, examining ways to assess and enhance host city experiences and outcomes. Dr. Long is a recognized expert on venues for professional sports and major sporting events, and she has published works that include a book on public-private partnerships for Major League Sports Facilities and an upcoming book on developing NFL stadiums. With a background that includes extensive experience as a certified city planner and urban planner, she previously directed the urban planning program at Harvard University. Her research has been funded by prestigious organizations such as the National Science Foundation and the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and she has been featured in notable media outlets including the New York Wall Street Journal and NPR.

Research Interests