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Marlena Angermann

Originally from California, Marlena is a Master's student at the Free University of Berlin studying Sociology. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a concentration in Feminist Studies and Social Movements from the University of California Santa Barbara. Marlena has a record of working in academic research and for social impact start-ups, including the very first zero-waste shop in Germany, Original Unverpackt. She enjoys painting, vegetarian cooking, and Sunday flea markets.


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Future Self Journaling: Biggest Benefits and How-To

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What Is Rainbow-Washing and Am I Supporting It?

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Despite the hills, San Francisco is a very walkable city, and there's so much to see and do! Start your trip to the fog city right with our San Francisco bucket list. Read more


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