MLB star writes college thesis on effect of new ballparks on neighborhoods

In an effort to work toward a degree, Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg took two public administration classes at San Diego State. SDSU, PA 460 and PA 497, a thesis course. He wrote his thesis on the effect new stadiums have on neighborhoods, focusing his research on Nationals Park. He poured through pored over facts and figures, including the hiring process of construction workers and the history of the Anacostia waterfront. Strasburg has stayed busy since the fall semester concluded. He bought a house. He attends San Diego State basketball games. — Washington Post