Judy is a Ph.D. student in Geography, Urban, and Environmental Studies at Concordia University. She has a BSc degree in Agricultural Economics from National Taiwan University and holds two MSc degree, one from the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) and the other from University College London (UCL). Judy studied Urban Environment at UPenn and Environment & Sustainable Development at UCL. Her master research at UPenn focused on the economics of urban agriculture while at UCL her research revolved around the commodification of public spaces and urban design. Over the past 10 years Judy has accumulated work experience across the private, public, and civic sector. Judy’s research interests lie in urban planning, sustainable urban development, and urban architecture & design. The focus of her doctoral research is on public markets, with emphasis on public markets as spaces of encounter, cultural exchange and sociability. Judy is also a certified LEED Green Associate.
