Hi my name is Rylin, I’m a rising sophomore at The Ohio State University studying biology. I’m a first generation college student, so for me it can be difficult navigating university and all that I need to do to ensure success in the future. When and if I should apply to graduate school, how to get […]
Getting Your Sea Legs!
When adapting to the sway of a ship, you can really feel the intense amount of focus surging through your body trying to keep you upright. I may get comfortable with the conditions of the waves for a few minutes and then the flow changes and I’m struggling to keep myself from crashing into anything […]
Plankton, Seafloor & More!
Just on my second day on the Endeavor I’ve already come across some pilot whales and some pods of dolphins, enjoying the sunset and looking up at the stars. Now we are getting ready to look at organisms underneath microscopes collected by our amazing marine technicians! Seeing the overall process in motion and getting hands-on […]
Lessons from the Sea
After several days at sea, the Sally Ride docked once again in the port of San Diego – a warm, postcard-like city chock-full of breathtaking sunsets, diverse flora, and culture. One of the activities we participated in was a tour of the Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. This tour was led by Dr. […]
All Walks of Life
I gazed down at the rivers snaking through the massive wrinkly mountains of the Midwest from my small airplane window—”What on earth did I just sign up for?” kept ringing through my head. It was only a few weeks ago that I signed my acceptance letter for the August 2022 STEMSEAS trip aboard the R/V […]
The Ocean’s Many Gifts
When I first found this program, I never imagined myself here. I couldn’t foresee the deeply impactful and inspiring events to come. At the time that I applied, I felt adrift. I had little to no confidence in myself or what I could give to science, I questioned if there was even space for people […]
Reflecting on My Time on the R/V Sally Ride
Monday, August 22, 2022 Wow, where do I start… This past week and a half have been one of the most fun and enriching experiences I have ever had. Middle school Ahmad would be hopefully proud of his older self and be jumping for joy. I have loved the ocean and marine life for as […]
Happier than ever
Saturday, August 20, 2022 It was a few days into the trip and I had barely talked to anyone back at home. The days are so fast and exciting that before you know it, you’re settling into bed again in preparation for the long day ahead. I was standing on the stern of the ship […]
Taking the route less sailed
Saturday, August 20, 2022 The day began with cloudy skies, in conjunction with the impending storm forecast to approach from the north. Over a hearty breakfast of eggs, bacon, pancakes and fresh fruit, Captain Cameron informed us that the storm actually dissipated somewhat along our ship track, and that the anticipated 10-foot swells were luckily […]
Behind the scenes on the R/V Sally Ride
Friday, August 19, 2022 Today we spent the morning learning more about the R/V Sally Ride by touring the bridge, the server room, and the science gear room. I’ve really enjoyed seeing the ship behind-the-scenes, and the crew have been super welcoming and helpful in their tours and descriptions of machinery and job roles. Up […]
