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Louisiana is uniquely vulnerable to environmental change, and our economy is intimately tied to the Gulf Coast. In addition to acute risks related to extreme weather, more chronic risks carry potentially large costs for Louisiana’s economy, property and environment.
Louisiana’s future depends on expanding the pipeline of future scientists and researchers who are knowledgeable about the unique environmental issues and challenges in Louisiana. The Eva Legard Center for Coastal and Environmental Studies is a dedicated site for an exciting partnership with LSU and the Water Institute providing environmental education. This program will equip students with the prerequisite skills to become future professionals in the field and offer them chances to contribute to the global efforts of protecting the environment.
Dr. Aaron Sinclair, a veteran with the East Baton Rouge School System and recently appointed principal of the Eva Legard Center, is excited about the opportunities this new, unique program offers the students of Baton Rouge. “Our goal with this new school is to ensure equity and opportunity for all scholars in East Baton Rouge, regardless of ZIP code or socioeconomic status. Through an innovative curriculum and collaboration with outstanding partners, students will have the chance to investigate, analyze and possibly identify solutions to environmental issues plaguing their own communities. As the founding leader, I hope to inspire generations of citizens who take action to make the world a better and safer place for everyone,” Sinclair said.
This project-based model was collaboratively designed to integrate concepts such as environmental erosion, wetlands conservation, soil and native ecosystems, mitigation, and conservation efforts across the curriculum. Through engaging classroom field experiences and excursions, students will be introduced to fundamental problems, such as using renewable energy as a sustainable resource, requiring thematic, expeditionary and exploratory learning practices.
PARTNERSHIP HAS BENEFITS:
Students who graduate from The Eva Legard Center for Coastal and Environmental Studies with a 3.0 GPA and 19 core units will be guaranteed admission into the LSU freshman class.
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