Ellie graduated from the University of Louisville in 2024 with a Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability and a minor in Sociology, where she participated in several research projects focused on urban ecology and environmental health. After graduating, Ellie worked as a medical laboratory technician, where she fell in love with the clinical environment. She is passionate about public health and health equity and is excited to continue her career in clinical research while contributing to meaningful, people-centered work. In her free time, Ellie enjoys reading, exploring the trails of the Pacific Northwest, playing Dungeons and Dragons, and spending time with her husband, TJ, their dog, Storm, and two cats, Baby and Fig.