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Nikko Duren is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in writing, operations, and event coordination. Currently serving as a Staff Writer and previously as an Editorial Assistant at The Infatuation, Nikko has honed skills in content creation and audience engagement. Prior experience includes roles at DonorsChoose.org as an Operations Associate and Brand Marketing Associate, where Nikko contributed to efficient organizational operations and marketing initiatives. Academic involvement at the University of California, Berkeley, included leadership as Chair of Student Engagement for Berkeley Arts + Design, successfully uniting diverse campus entities for impactful events. Nikko's background also encompasses research and policy development at the Haas Institute for a Fair and Inclusive Society, event management at the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, and educational support at Columbia University, showcasing a strong commitment to community engagement and social justice issues. Nikko holds an Associate of Arts in Mass Communication and Media Studies from UC Santa Barbara and a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley.