Marina Schauffler

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Marina Schauffler is a writer and editor who explores the complex interconnections between ecology and culture. Her "Sea Change" column, launched in 2014, highlights ways to live more sustainably and address our collective environmental and societal challenges, particularly the climate crisis. She holds a Ph.D. in natural resources and an MA in English/creative nonfiction writing (both from the University of New Hampshire), and an interdisciplinary honors BA from Brown University.
students walking at the university of maine campus

An uneven playing field

If you think of higher education as a great equalizer in this country, think again. At 38 colleges in America, more students came from the top 1 percent of the income scale than from the entire bottom 60 percent.
an electric car plugged in and charging

Leading the charge

With increasing rebates available for zero-emission vehicles, it's time to accelerate Maine's transition to electric cars.

A breaking wave

Climate disruptions could wallop vulnerable Maine communities in the coming years, yet few preparations are underway to meet the threat.
tri-colored bumble bee

Making peace with insects

After a long summer of trench warfare with Maine insects, a new book reminds us of the valuable functions that these creatures play in natural ecosystems.
view of the matinicus harbor from the water

Speaking of climate

The transition from "climate change" to "climate crisis" is an example of embracing a climate lexicon that inspires commitment and action. accomplish that healing as quickly as possible (mindful of that 12-year window), we need a climate lexicon that inspires commitment and action.