Jennifer Wells, JD, PhD
About Jennifer Wells, JD, PhD
Jennifer Wells, JD, PhD, serves as an Assistant Professor at The George Washington University and has contributed to National Geographic as an On Air Contributor and Consultant since 2016. With a background in law and history, she has held various academic and research positions, including roles at Brown University and the University of Southern California.
Work at The George Washington University
Jennifer Wells serves as an Assistant Professor at The George Washington University, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she contributes to the academic community through teaching and research. Her expertise encompasses areas relevant to her educational background and professional experiences.
Current Role at National Geographic
Since 2016, Jennifer Wells has worked as an On Air Contributor and Consultant for National Geographic in the Greater Los Angeles Area. In this capacity, she engages with various projects that align with her expertise in environmental law and history, contributing to the organization's mission of education and conservation.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Wells holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco, where she focused on International Law and Environmental Law from 2007 to 2010. She also earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in History from Brown University, completing her studies from 2010 to 2016. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History from the University of Colorado Boulder from 2003 to 2007.
Previous Academic Positions
Prior to her current position, Jennifer Wells held several academic roles. She was a Teaching Assistant at Brown University from 2011 to 2016 and an Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Southern California from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she worked as a Research Assistant at both the University of Virginia and the University of California, Berkeley.
Professional Experience in Advocacy and Research
Jennifer Wells has a diverse background in advocacy and research. She served as a Legislative Assistant at Amnesty International from 2012 to 2016, where she focused on human rights issues. Earlier, she completed a legal internship at Earthjustice in 2009, gaining experience in environmental law. Her role as a Documentary Researcher and Contributor at the BBC since 2010 further highlights her commitment to research and storytelling.