9. Gentrification and City Relations
Ivy League universities have been implicated in gentrifying surrounding neighborhoods, leading to displacement and strained community relations. The expansion of institutions like Columbia University in Harlem has raised concerns about the displacement of long-standing Black-owned businesses and residents. Similarly, Tufts University’s growth in Medford/Somerville has contributed to rising rents and property values, affecting lower-income residents. (tuftsdaily.com) These developments highlight the complex dynamics between academic institutions and urban communities.
