Week 2- January 2024
Week 2 Summary - January 2024 Highlights: Two-day training in the Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystem (WEFE) Nexus Pilot Academic Course. Insight gained on the necessity of deploying tools and engineering for meeting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Physical Activities: Ran over 18 km. Completed 300 pushups, squats, sit-ups, and other exercises. Meditated for 20 minutes each day for 6 days. Enjoyed a 5+ hour hike on Friday to reconnect with nature. Productivity: Published an article on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). Engaged in tunnel engineering research. Created a presentation on tunnel engineering. Language Learning: Attended Chinese speaking classes, though missed some days. Vowed to revise and continue the Chinese learning journey. Reading: Finished reading “Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.” Started reading “Moonwalking with Einstein.” Personal Development: Maintained discipline in activities, emphasizing the importance of nature and a positive mindset. Future Plans: Plan to provide a summary and insights from the WEFE Nexus Pilot Academic Course. Commitment to better time management and focus in the coming week. Additional Resources: Chinese Speaking Tutorial