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Bad Lands

What we called pioneers gave them the same name The land was something for people who didn't know where they were going Arrived the bottom of the former ocean colonizers The Lakota first named them but no sign was needed Everyone who arrives hears their name those who walked them By car they could not imagine the joy to see The hardship laid down in layers by life itself Seemingly devoid of life ever defined by life Like a wager on team extinction 

Remember

What you remember you remember Some everyday is recalled We live on different planets Any two people can build a Universe Either one can tear it down

Zenica: Toward a Hundred-Year Plan

  A Vision for the Future: Building on Progress and Learning from the Past The story of Zenica is not just one of hardship but also resilience, transformation, and untapped potential. In 2024, the closure of the coke plant signaled a turning point—a moment when environmental recovery and sustainable planning could finally take center stage. This marks an opportunity to redefine Zenica’s identity, not just as an industrial city, but as a model of ecological and cultural renewal for the entire region. Environmental Leadership for a Sustainable Future The environmental challenges Zenica faces—polluted air, compromised rivers, and industrial fallout—are daunting, but they also provide a foundation for leadership in green innovation. By embracing renewable energy, urban greening projects, and sustainable industry, Zenica can turn its past into a powerful narrative of recovery. Initiatives that prioritize clean air, water conservation, and energy efficiency will not only improve the qual...

Peace Corps

 Update: Funny Story, two year process to go to the Peace Corps  Offered Indonesia, Africa and Thailand.  Spent two years working the process, So 30 days from departure they find disorderly conduct on record from thirty plus years.  I will be honest, I have done a thousand background checks and I have never read one or was ever questioned about it. So they say I did not disclose so I am banned from applying for a year.  Meanwhile my spam folder is full of recruitment emails to apply in January, never mind I am banned for a year. Going through this process I am confident that fifty percent of Peace Corps volunteers feel they made a mistake in going.  I have heard stories of sexual assault and was glad I wasn't a women going. So after two years they recommend I wait a year and then go back through the two year process.  I love service but I am not a moron. Rather open my eyes to what I can accomplish in two years.  Peace Corps sure did miss out, but...

Why Storm Water

 Why Storm Water by Dennis Morgan ENV Policy Fall 2003 Cleveland State University There are simple reasons to be concerned about storm water. For the environmental planner, phase II implementation of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Regulations (NPDES) represents the new frontier and the new battle with Nonpoint source pollution; “Usually nonspecific, sources that are released in various ways at many points in the environment” (Marsh 203). Storm water is the primary vehicle of this type of pollution in both the rural and urban settings. As agriculture runoff is exempt from the current policy debate this paper will focus on the problem of urban storm water control. The problem of agricultural runoff is especially acute in industrial farming, but the exclusion of this sector underlines the difficulties inherent in Nonpoint source pollution control. Policy for the urban field has been continually delayed over the last decades and most observers have accepted the inc...

Expectations and Strategies

  Dennis L. Morgan Country of Service: Thailand Departure Date: January 3rd, 2024 Expectations and Strategies Embarking on my Peace Corps journey in Thailand, I approach this experience with a blend of excitement, humility, and determination. Drawing from my diverse professional background and personal values, I envision my service as a catalyst for positive change, both within the local community and in my own personal growth. My primary objective is to contribute meaningfully to youth development initiatives while fostering cross-cultural understanding and mutual respect. In navigating the complexities of cultural adaptation and community integration, I intend to employ a multifaceted approach rooted in active listening, empathy, and flexibility. Recognizing the inherent challenges of working in a new environment, I am committed to building strong relationships with host country counterparts, youth leaders, and community members. By embracing cultural immersion and seeking oppo...

Resume Fuctionally

  Dennis L Morgan Email: tinaaac@gmail.com | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tinaaac Personal Website: www.ekotim.net Summary Sustainable development professional with extensive experience in education, international development, and community engagement. A lifelong learner committed to advancing environmental and social causes through innovative solutions. Proficient in fostering cross-cultural understanding and collaboration. Skilled in project management, public speaking, and research. Key Skills Sustainable Development : Eco-tourism, stormwater management, refugee employment services. Community Engagement : Tutoring, youth mentorship, environmental education. Project Management : Proposal writing, budget preparation, and coordination across NGOs and government agencies. Education & Training : Substitute teaching (K-12), curriculum development, vocational training. Languages : English (Native), Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian (Full Professional), Bulgarian (Limited Working), Russian an...