We have finally taken our exam and species id section of the class, and to say the least it feels amazing. The stress all just disappeared and now we are going to start our research projects. After our test we had an amazing night. We got to have a BBQ with the other class we were sharing the lab with, and unfortunately it was their last night. I met people I would of otherwise never have known existed because we had a common interest that led us here. I myself will miss their class, and seeing as how we all seemed to get along last night, others may as well. I feel at home here, it is an amazing place.

Barracudda!

My first ever tropical dive was done yesterday, and it was something I will never forget. The water was 81 degrees 40-60 feet down! Compare this to the water in Maine and you’ll understand just how different this is for me! It was like diving in a giant bathtub. I cannot wait to do more diving and travel to different spots to see more.

– Trever