FINAL BLOG

This semester I've learned so much in this course. It has really made me want to explore future job opportunities in this field because of how engaging it is, and learning how much it impacts myself, people around me, and the planet. 

 One of the first things I started doing in my life after learning about all the terrible chemicals in personal care products in this class was buying and using products that were more natural-based based on the Environmental Working Group's database. I also started buying and encouraging my family and friends to start using more natural personal care and cleaning products for their health. 

 Another takeaway was learning of the environmental injustice that happens in low-income neighborhoods and communities, especially the one happening right here in San Francisco's Bayview Hunter's Point neighborhood's old naval shipyard with the radiation. 

After learning more about the the air pollution in the modules and doing my research, I almost immediately downloaded an app that lets me know what the air quality is every morning so I know if I should limit outdoor exercise or not, and if I should be trying to stay more indoors or not. 

 Learning more about water quality, as well as doing my book review on the Flint Water Crisis in Michigan, made me so much more aware of what is necessary to provide clean water to people, how it can be messed up and contaminated, and where it comes from locally.

 Finally, regarding my final project about exposure to Bisphenol A (BPA), I spent a lot of time researching the various effects of BPA and it made me have very strong beliefs on how it should be banned everywhere and from all items and products. We often see products that see BPA-free, but most of the time people don't understand what this means, what BPA is, and how BPA affect their health.

The small group blogging went very well! I always looked forward to Angela and Rudy's blogs to see a different perspective/take on the week's topics and modules, as it allowed me to learn more.

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  1. Angela GNovember 15, 2018 at 8:44 PM

    Hi Matt, I enjoyed working with you this semester. I am so glad to read that you have learned so much and are taking steps to educate yourself and live more ~mindfully~ :) I think it is really great how this class has inspired you to look into this field as a career! Thank you for sharing.
    Cheers,
    Angela

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