RONIN’S BLOG

RONIN’S BLOG
Welcome to my blog! This is a place for me to share information and examples of what I have learned about public policies, urban development, and construction. Hopefully, you can enjoy my posts and possibly learn something.  
Ronin
7 Principles For Building Better Cities
https://www.ted.com/talks/peter_calthorpe_7_principles_for_building_better_cities?subtitle=en
My Internship Journey with Turner Construction Company
My internship with Turner Construction Company in New York, NY, has been an incredibly enriching experience. Working in Turner’s...
Insights from the West Basin Water Recycling Facility
During my recent visit to the West Basin Water Recycling Facility in Carson, CA I was struck by how it blends urban planning with...
Can we design cities for happiness?
The importance of public participation in urban planning…https://www.ted.com/talks/thomas_madrecki_can_we_design_cities_for_happiness
Hudson Yards, NYC
Skyline Spectacular! It’s amazing how cities are evolving with new technologies and designs to create spaces where people can live and...
Remembering 9/11: My visit to NYC
Even in the rain, I couldn’t pass up the chance to visit the 9/11 Memorial during my trip to NYC. Seeing the names of those who died made...
Introducing GenNexusnp.com
Join us at GenNexusnp.com to be part of the change you wish to see in the world. Check our website for new updates and volunteering...
Defensive Urban Design: Balancing Security and Social Responsibility
Urban design shapes cities to make them better places to live. It covers things like how buildings are laid out, how they look, and most...
GenNexus
After being inspired by volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, I decided to found my own non-profit organization, GenNexus. GenNexus’s...
Insights from a TED Talk on Urban Development
Sharing the TED talk video about urban development driven by the state of its society and how technological advancements are reshaping...
Sustainable Building
This year, I am studying AP Environmental Science, learning about sustainability and exploring how humans are transforming our planet....
Tackling Homelessness in LA County: Let’s Talk About It
Hey, so I found this cool article about homelessness in LA County, and it got me thinking—are we really doing enough? The article, titled...
My Habitat for Humanity Adventure
I had a blast volunteering with Habitat for Humanity's Home Building Blitz! In just 14 days, a house was built, and a family was about to...
ASSOCIATION FOR PUBLIC POLICY ANALYSIS & MANAGEMENT
Today, I officially became a member of the Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management (APPAM). I'm eager to connect with other...
Habitat for Humanity Home Builder Blitz
I am excited to volunteer in this year’s Habitat for Humanity Home Builders Blitz. Home Builders Blitz is part of a broader mission to...
Initial thoughts on homeless problem
I think that not all homeless people are drug abusers or crazy people, many of them are normal people like you and me but found...






