Designer Peter Gill, summer intern

Peter graduated with a B.S. in Geology from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 2004. He completed his thesis on the evolutionary trends of oceanic protists (planktonic foraminfera) using scanning electron microscopy.

His future goals? " The world is my classroom. I am a firm believer in self-education. I hope to work in a field that will involve interactive research in the sciences--perhaps in a museum or University. To accomplish this goal I am currently building experience in the art of Geology through temporary projects and constructs. For example, my next stop is the Himalayas where I'll be working as a field assistant for one and a half months studying structural geology. I'm also planning a trip to Spain and Tunisia in the fall to assist in field work- sedimentology. Also on the horizon: hiking the Appalachian Trail and the Teach for America or other program to give to the community. While doing fieldwork I'd like to create a presentation for inner city youth, to foster and inspire a love of exploration."