Author Archives: Nomar Mejia

Reflecting on the Past, Present, and Future of the James River(Synthesis Post #2)

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Nomar Mejia

The James River, throughout the years, has played a significant role in human development. However, throughout the years, the health of the James River has always been in jeopardy from much of our human involvement and actions. Throughout the semester, … Continue reading →

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Rafting the James: A Reflection on Urban Integration and Wildlife (OBL #6)

Posted on April 26, 2025 by Nomar Mejia

On April 25, we experienced the natural environment of the James River firsthand as we went rafting down the river past Belle Isle. While we rafted, we witnessed the wildlife of the James and observe how the contribution of the … Continue reading →

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Exploring the Richmond’s Eco-Corridor (OBL #5)

Posted on April 25, 2025 by Nomar Mejia

While being in Richmond, the eco-corridor has always been a big part of campus. Besides Central Park, the eco-corridor was one of the largest “natural” areas I have seen and walked through. On April 11, we did a local event … Continue reading →

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Witnessing the Comeback of the James River (Observation Log #4)

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Nomar Mejia

When we observed the aquatic wildlife that live in the James River, we viewed the aquatic invertebrates. These aquatic invertebrates included dragonflies and scuds. These aquatic creatures can show a new side to the aquatic life in the James. This … Continue reading →

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