Struggling to Survive: The Urban-Rural Economic Disparities for Small Businesses in Texas

This policy brief analyzes the financial inequality between urban and rural Texas and its effects on small businesses. The success of rural entrepreneurs extends beyond the economy, shaping the standard of living, education, infrastructure, and healthcare facilities.

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Varnika Kharkwal

October 30, 2026

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

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Balance Between Content-Moderation and Freedom of Speech

Capstones Spring 2025

This brief explores the nuances of balancing the First Amendment right on digital media, while also allowing companies to take measures in preserving public good.

SCALE - STEM and Civic Access for Language Equity

Capstones - Winter 2026

Saharsh Shivshankar

This policy brief will discuss how language continues to impact civic and STEM participation in the United States, and the key ways to promote linguistic inclusion with policy

Regulation of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Cosmetics and Textiles

Capstones- Summer 2026

Divya Mohanraj

This brief proposes the Consumer Products PFAS Prohibition Act: ban PFAS as a functional ingredient in cosmetics and textiles, replace manufacturer self-certification with independent testing, and fund research into safer alternatives.

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Other Fellowship Capstones

Balance Between Content-Moderation and Freedom of Speech

SCALE - STEM and Civic Access for Language Equity

Regulation of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Cosmetics and Textiles