Julia Chase - Environmental Policy Intern
Since I can remember, my
summers have been filled with sun, sand, and surf. Whether on the eastern
shores or in California’s chilly waters, my time by the ocean has brought me
many wonderful memories. From building sand castles as a child, to attempting to
ride the waves, to simply enjoying the warmth of the sun and the ocean breeze, trips to
the beach have become a favorite pastime. I not only have fond
memories of these times with my family, but hope to create many more. I am very
excited to be interning for Save the Harbor Save the Bay this summer and to
contribute to making such experiences possible for others.
One of the aspects of Save
the Harbor Save the Bay that drew me to the organization was their acknowledgement
of the importance that the harbor, bays, and islands have for the surrounding
community’s quality of life. Growing up in Syracuse, NY, home to Onondaga Lake,
one of the most polluted lakes in the country, I have seen firsthand the
detrimental impacts on a community when the integrity of such a resource is not
protected or maintained. Save the Harbor Save the Bay’s work ensures that the
integrity of Boston’s waterfront is protected for years to come.
During both my undergraduate
education at Villanova University and my graduate studies at SUNY College of
Environmental Science and Forestry, I have focused my coursework on
environmental science and water resources. Throughout this internship I hope to
expand upon my education thus far and learn more about the creation and
implementation of effective policy that addresses the needs of a community
while conserving a natural resource. I have previously spent time in
Gloucester, MA while interning for NOAA’s National Marine and Fisheries
Division, but I am very happy to now call Boston home and to start my here at
Save the Harbor Save the Bay.
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