This is where I work. I spend more time here than at home so it deserves a slot in my photo a day.

Group Shot at Elias Community Centre.

Jonathan Perez, a graduate student from the University of California, Davis explains how they catch and take measurements on songbirds (like this tree sparrow) as part of an investigation into the effects a warming Arctic may have on migratory songbirds. The University of Texas, Arlington and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University, are also involved with this multi-disciplinary study.

Locally designed leaf tables for students in TEAL-like classroom

ANU, Canberra. Terraced team tables in large active learning teaching space. Teachers AV console and control station behind the collaboration desk which is on the second level.

Nicole M. Kast, Amy L. Pittenger

High-quality version download link:

z.umn.edu/16p

Darrow School Baccalaureate June 1, 2018

This photo is of a food thermometer hanging out in a pot of oil, which is about to fry some ice cream coated in cornflakes. I can’t say how many times I’ve undercooked or burned something while trying to fry it due to a lack of correct temperature (which, for frying, is 350 degrees Fahrenheit). Thus, I’ve learned that a food thermometer is an absolutely integral part of anyone’s kitchen. I’ve also unfortunately learned that sometimes, guesswork isn’t the best way to cook.

I got a microplane in my stocking for Christmas. Most people don't know what a microplane is. And when they see it, it looks like a torture device. I begged for mine. After watching my dad in the kitchen, and countless Food Network chefs, I learned that sometimes, everyday utensils just don't cut it. You need specific tools for specific jobs. And now, grating parmesan cheese without one just isn't the same. Thus, I chose this photo because it made me think about all the techniques, tools, and ingredients that I had no idea existed until I actively started learning about cooking.