Milky Way Rising.

Stardate 2008 was one to remember, with 5 consecutive clear nights. In this image, the southern Milky Way rises above the lecture hall while solar lanterns light the walkway. Photo details: Canon 350D, ISO 1600, 44 second exposure with a Canon EF 15mm Fisheye lens @ f-2.8.

 Image taken January 12th 2008