On March 20th, 2008, many of my students had the chance to listen to a "Live from IPY" event featuring Mr. Craig Kasemodel! Students listened intently as Craig and the researchers explained their work in the Arctic. The spotting of Walrus was a source of excitement and interest for the students. Several students from Rye Junior High asked questions live via the computer, and a few were able to verbally ask questions directly to the researchers.
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Rye Connects to the Bering Sea!
Craig joined researcher Dr. Lee Cooper, from the University of Maryland, on the US Coast Guard Cutter Healy. The research team conducted intensive studies of biological communities in the Arctic, including walrus. You can read more about their research and access the archive of the live event by visiting: http://www.polartrec.com/bering-ecosystem-change.
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Chloe poses a question directly to the researchers!
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Just Goofing!
This was a fantastic opportunity for students from around the world, including my students from Rye, NH to connect directly with cutting edge research taking place in Polar Regions. It was wonderful to hear Craig's enthusiasm about the research! We look forward to tuning in to future Live From IPY events!