Public Policy Speaker Series: Student Research Presentations
Over the last several months, students from the University of Rhode Island have been examining important public policy issues in Rhode Island. We hope that you can join us as these students share the results of their research projects.
Topic Areas to Be Discussed:
The Economic, Social, and Health Consequences of Legalizing Marijuana
Mark Bocchini, Catherine Garcia, Dakota Porto, and Sarah Sangeado
The Future of Pawtucket's McCoy Stadium
Bridget Hall and Michael Steiner
Increasing the Educational and Economic Success of Foster Youth
Savanna Bebe, Brittany Kraft, Vanessa Kolb, and Robert Krulee
These students were part of an honors course taught by Dr. Shanna Pearson-Merkowitz, Ph.D., University of Rhode Island.