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Lets take a walk down memory lane! Discover the inspiring journey of how Jessica Colla became a marine biologist living and working in Maui, Hawai’i. From landlocked Illinois to the reefs of Fiji, coral surveys in the Bahamas, graduate school in Australia, and marine education in Maui, this blog shares her path to a fulfilling career in marine science & ocean conservation through science communication. Learn about the challenges, rewards, and unique experiences that shaped her role as a marine educator and advocate for ocean conservation.