Think we're doing something right? Something wrong? Want to give us your views on a particular issue? Then please write to us. To promote public dialogue on fish and wildlife matters, WDFW Director Jeff Koenings encourages you to drop him a line.You can e-mail the Director at director@dfw.wa.gov, or you can mail your letter to: Dr. Jeff Koenings, Director Washingon Department of Fish and Wildlife 600 Capitol Way N. Olympia, WA 98501-1091

June 15, 2000 Dear Dr. Koenings: I am writing to inform you about the special contributions of Dan Penttila from the LaConner WDFW to our marine science undergraduate program. Dan recently taught a full day class on fishes and nektonic communities. This class included lectures with slide show and demonstrations, a net trawl on a local beach, and a laboratory session on fishes and life history stages of local bait fish. The class was extremely well organized and provided the students a variety of experiences in fish ecology. The undergraduate students in the class rated his class at the top of their marine ecology course. They appreciated his teaching style, depth of knowledge, and especially his enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge with them. Dan is a gifted teacher and we really appreciated his efforts and expertise in this subject area. He made a substantial contribution to our marine biology program. Sincerely, G. M., Ph.D. Assistant Director Shannon Point Marine Center Associate Professor Department of Biology Western Washington University

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