Ocean Currents 6/25/2024
Thank You and Farewell Rick!
June 28 is the day! After 6 years of leading our School, Rick will be retiring from his role as director and stepping back into his faculty position.
This job is no easy feat, and in Rick's words: "My directorship can be described as persistent joy punctuated by brief instances of utter nonsense." It's fair to say we all played a role in the creation of this nonsense (but mostly Workday), so please take a moment this week to join us in expressing our gratitude and best wishes to Rick.
Rick, thank you for your unwavering commitment and the countless contributions you have made to the School of Oceanography. You guided us through the best and worst of times, and we all appreciate your leadership. We hope you enjoy being a regular schmegular faculty member once again!
Interdisciplinary Studies in Tetiaroa 
As part of a broader effort by many researchers with in the College of the Environment, UW professors and chemical oceanographers Alex Gagnon and Julian Sachs are testing the effects of increased levels of carbon dioxide on sea life in the ocean. Read the article here!
Ocean Summer Writing Group
Kendall Valentine will be hosting a writing workshop every week throughout summer! From Kendall:
"This summer I would like to set up a standing meeting time targeted for people to work on writing and research. Last summer we did this as an MG&G group - students, postdocs, and faculty - and I think we got a lot done! I've done several workshops like this featuring the Pomodoro method, and I find it can be very productive. My goal is to set up a recurring 2-hour weekly meeting where we sit and write together - I'd bring some snacks, and this provides a great time to get writing on any project you may have and the group will help hold you accountable."
When: Wednesdays 10am-12pm all summer!
Where: OTB 155
Ocean Currents Moving to Biweekly Schedule for the Summer!
Ocean Currents will be published on a biweekly schedule for the summer. We know you will miss us frequenting your inbox each Tuesday, and we will miss you too. If you have a story you'd like to submit for Ocean Currents, you may do so here.
