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Shaniya Utamidata

Rutgers University, Center for Human Evolutionary Studies

Major / Minor: Ecology

Graduation Year: 2026

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I'm a first-year master's student in Ecology and Evolution at Rutgers University who is passionate about turning science into a communication product that can be accessible to public and easier to understand. When I graduate and come back to Indonesia, I want to be able to communicate science better, not just to the public audience, but to the decision makers too.

I like outdoor activity like hiking, tree climbing, caving, and share my stories of my adventure and my journey as an International Student in my social media.

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Stories from the marsh

Estuarine and marsh ecosystems are vital to both wildlife and humans. On the East Coast, scientists work to research and preserve them. Keep reading

Stories from the marsh

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Stories from the marsh
Shaniya Utamidata

Rutgers University, Center for Human Evolutionary Studies

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