Elan is a computer science masters student at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. He works in computer vision which deals with trying to get computers to see like we do. He is also a co-president of the UBC Freethinkers Club which aims to promote a secular, humanistic and rationalistic approach to life.
A little reminder for every time you open your fridge that the poor little tree octopus is going hungry too. Buy a handful and stick them on people's lockers, desklamps, and filing cabinets. Get the word out: the our tree-loving tentacled friend needs our help!