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Dr. Nicole Yamase

Dr. Nicole Yamase is a marine biologist, cultural advocate, and environmental leader from the islands of Pohnpei and Chuuk in the Federated States of Micronesia. She graduated from Xavier …
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Alissa Takesy

Alissa’s familial ties are to Palau and Chuuk, and she has connections to Saipan (birthplace), the Outer islands of Yap (extended family connections), and Pohnpei (permanent residence). She also …
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Axel Defngin, M.A

Axel was born and raised in Hilo, HawaiĘ»i, and is from the islands of Yap in the Federated States of Micronesia. He earned an MA in Pacific Islands Studies …