2015 is going to be a year full of possibilities, new learning opportunities and wonderful experiences. So far, I've started the new year with a new job at the Seattle Aquarium. I've been hired as the new temporary lab technician in the water quality lab. I'll be supervising volunteers that conduct water quality testing for pH, dissolved oxygen, ammonia, nitrites and nitrates, as well as coliforms in the marine bird and mammal exhibits. I'll also have the opportunity to assist with ongoing research conducted by my supervisor, Shawn Larson, Curator of Conservation Research. I'm very excited to learn more about ongoing research at the aquarium, and hope that I will be able to propose a project of my own.