Date of Award
4-1981
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Anthropology
First Advisor
Dr. William Garland
Second Advisor
Dr. Robert Jack Smith
Third Advisor
Dr. Alan Jacobs
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
This analytical anthropological study examined the interrelationships among the population, environment, and modes of technology of a small community in southwestern Michigan. The researcher assumed a participant-observer role and engaged in a social impact assessment by (1) conducting a survey among the residents in the community of Bridgman, Michigan; (2 ) analyzing the data and making recommendations concerning the impact of a proposed sand mining operation in the community; and (3) providing detailed records of the assessment process.
Recommended Citation
Sweigart, Linda Lee, "A Social Impact Assessment Study of the Barrier Sand Dune Controversy in Bridgman, Michigan" (1981). Masters Theses. 1795.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/1795