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.
Investigations
Bills Carving Out Favors for Aerospace Companies Become State Law
Four bills aimed at making Louisiana a more welcoming business environment for aerospace companies are now law — marking a significant legislative win for the industry as the state positions itself as a hub for the sector.
SpaceX Rumors Prompt Worries Over Generational Land
As SpaceX rumors circulate across Acadiana, locals with deep roots in the land are weighing potential economic development against the prospect of losing property their families have worked for generations.
Bylines
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.