Hello, I’m Timchi and this is my first time experiencing any kind of study abroad let alone any time in Nantucket. So far this experience has been amazing with the first eco-poetics class with Len Germinara really breaking the ice and bringing this group of people together. I feel Len’s class opened us up and made the group more comfortable with communication, I especially like his ‘sitting in a circle’ activity. I also enjoyed the speakers that gave their time, I particularly enjoyed Regie Gibson’s talk. Len’s class also opened up my writing and public speaking skills which will definitely translate into my scientific papers about carrying capacity and sustainability later down the line. As for now I am looking forward to meeting more wonderfully welcoming locals, the next block of hydrology, and everything else this island has to offer.