SUMMER 2018
Austin Perez (left in 2012 during a Get Hip to Habitat field day, and right, in 2017 majoring in marine biology at Texas A&M University at Galveston).
What was your experience with Get Hip to Habitat like? Got dirty for a good cause. Had a blast and learned a lot about the ecosystem of the Bay. Did going outside so often during the year improve your attitude about the class or school in general? I would take any chance I could get to leave school, so anything outdoors was great to me. Did the project change your mind/attitude about Galveston Bay or the environment? Yes, I became much more interested in rehabilitation and pollution cleanup in the Bay because of how important it is. Did the project influence your choice in a future career? Yes, it motivated me to pursue my degree in marine biology and work towards helping the Bay in any way I can. Do you think doing the project left you with any long-lasting effects or behaviors? I volunteer more now than I ever have in my life because I know a small amount of time I give towards a cause can make a huge impact. Is there anything else you’d like to add? I’m forever grateful for having this opportunity.
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