Utica University Professor Exposes Upstate New York Segregation Study
A groundbreaking presentation at the New York History Conference uncovers how historic real estate practices shaped modern racial divides in the Mohawk Valley.
A newly presented Upstate New York segregation study has uncovered the hidden machinery behind modern residential patterns in the Mohawk Valley. Presented at the prestigious New York History Conference on June 11–12, 2026, by an expert Utica University professor, the research shows how major historic real estate firms deliberately structured urban spaces to separate communities. For residents of Utica, Rome, and Syracuse, this historical investigation does not just explain the past—it provides a crucial blueprint for addressing current housing inequities. By examining historic deeds, mapping records, and regional real estate files, this study bridges the gap between past policies and modern social challenges…