Dean
Boudreaux
Communities deserve clear, honest, and accountable information about the decisions shaping their lives — and the culture that defines them. I cover local government, public policy, and the rich, often-overlooked stories of Louisiana’s people and traditions.
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Resume
- Reported and wrote original news stories using the inverted pyramid structure
- Covered live events including academic symposiums and historical lectures
- Collaborated with managing editors through a rigorous vetting process
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to edit video and produce multimedia content
- Assisted in podcast production managing lighting, camera angles, and transcripts
- Participated in high-level brainstorming for national media projects including an ESPN advertisement
- Minor in Political Science
- Coursework: Communication Law & Ethics, Public Administration, News Editing, Law & Legal Reasoning
- Created the chapter’s operational website from scratch
- Documented meetings and managed internal communications
- Helped oversee first-ever “White Rose Week” raising $14,000 for Faith House of Acadiana (2023)
Who I Am
I am an investigative reporter born and raised in Mandeville, Louisiana, driven by one core belief: communities deserve clear, honest, and accountable information about the decisions shaping their lives.
I specialize in covering local government, public policy, and statewide issues that often go overlooked — but I’m equally drawn to the culture, heritage, and community traditions that make Louisiana unlike anywhere else in America.
I hold a B.A. in Mass Communication (Journalism) with a Political Science minor from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, completed May 2026.
Born & raised in Mandeville, LA
B.A. Mass Communication · Completed May 2026
Local Government · Public Policy · Louisiana Culture · Investigations
Let’s Connect
Have a tip, story idea, or want to discuss a reporting opportunity? I’m always interested in connecting with sources, editors, and community members.