Spring 2007:

  Jennifer, Tina, Allison

Tina:

There were many memorable experiences at Hopkins. It was there I discovered the humorous and caring nature of the professors, the valuable and frequent opportunities to talk with them, the joys of cooking with my classmates and for myself, and the soothing Monterey air. Daily walks to Hopkins was always breathtaking and peaceful: my senses were met with the bright blue horizon of the Pacific fringed with tiny white triangles of boat sails, and the salty nudging wind. Thinking back on those walks and the happy times spent with newfound friends, l can't help but smile.

Alyssa:

I absolutely loved my Hopkins experience. The students and faculty were kind, cheerful, and always willing to help. The scenery and atmosphere of Monterey is wonderful. Events ranged from BBQs at the Marine station and going to the Farmer's Market to kayaking on the bay. Hopkins was my favorite quarter at Stanford so far and I would love to return.

Lori:

I have spent a total of 3 summers and 2 quarters at Hopkins Marine Station taking classes and doing research in Professor George Somero's lab.  It is at Hopkins that I found a very personalized environment with professors who take the time to know each student individually.  Professor office hours are all day, and every student is always welcome to drop by.  Learning is enjoyable and achieved through experience in the field that is right outside the classroom.  I love Hopkins for the scenery ~ who doesn't love seeing dolphins out the window during class?  However, what I appreciate the most is finding an environment at Stanford that feels like a second home!

Bryce:

I really enjoyed the Hopkins Marine Station program for undergrads - I'd encourage everyone to look into it and anyone who is considering it at all to apply.  As an Earth Systems anthrosphere major I was not sure how appropriate a marine biology themed biocore program would be for my specific econ/policy focus.  Despite those doubts, it turned out to be one of my best and most interesting quarters at Stanford.  I also took other great classes like Probability and Experimental Design and the History and Philosophy of Science, but the experience proved to be so much more than just about the unique academic opportunities.  Living and studying in the Pacific Grove and Monterey area is a great experience with its amazing location, unique apartment-style-house setting only a couple blocks up from the Bay and, of course, with the Station itself.  The teaching and research faculty and the other students whom the program draws are amazing, and they all make for an incredibly engaging and worthwhile learning environment both in and outside the classroom.  The bottom line is that Hopkins Marine Station rules.

Nick:

Hopkins Marine Station is one of the main reasons I came to Stanford. I am interested in marine biology, and Hopkins was the perfect place for me to study. The classes are very small and personable, and the professors are accessible and really want to help you accomplish your educational and research goals. I did research on the Symbiodinium found in Anthopleura sola up and down the California coast. On top of the great educational and research opportunities, it was great to be a member of the friendly Hopkins community. I would go back in a heartbeat.

  Bryce, Adam, Michael, Nick