Revitalizing Louisiana’s Economy: Industry Diversification and Reform

Louisiana's reliance on oil, gas, and petrochemicals leaves its economy vulnerable as global markets stagnate and the use of renewable energy rises. This brief outlines the historical roots of that dependence, who it affects, and the economic risks of remaining reliant on a dying industry.

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Amelia Thompson

October 14, 2025

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Inquiry-driven, this project may reflect personal views, aiming to enrich problem-related discourse.

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Black Box Models and the Governance of Mechanistic Science

Capstones Summer 2025

Bhavana Rupakula

As black box models increasingly drive decision-making in science and policy, there are rising concerns in their reliability and ethics in high stakes environments, particularly science research. This brief suggests that governance of mechanistic science in the age of AI requires rethinking the role of transparency, suggesting a hybrid governance model.

Improving Students Mental Health Through School Counseling

Capstones - Spring 2026

Ariana Berjis

This policy brief emphasizes the increasing shortage of school counselors in California and proposes statewide counselor-to-student ratio standards, more mental health funding, as well as partnerships with local communities to make sure all students have an adequate amount of access to support for their mental health, academic performance, as well as their overall well-being.

Coastal Erosion within Louisiana

Capstones Fall 2025

Lillian Coulon

This policy brief addresses the presence of coastal erosion, a history of coastal erosion, industries affected by coastal erosion, tried policy, and options for future policy. By addressing coastal erosion and proposing resilience plans, opportunities can be presented within Louisiana legislation to address its land loss.

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Other Fellowship Capstones

Black Box Models and the Governance of Mechanistic Science

Improving Students Mental Health Through School Counseling

Coastal Erosion within Louisiana