Wendy Ellis Dr Ph, Mph
About Wendy Ellis Dr Ph, Mph
Wendy Ellis, DrPH, MPH, serves as an Assistant Professor of Global Health at The George Washington University and is recognized for her expertise in public health communication and dynamic systems modeling. She founded the Resilience Innovation Labs and has held various roles in health policy and research, emphasizing community resilience and equity in health systems.
Work at The George Washington University
Currently, Wendy Ellis holds the position of Assistant Professor in Global Health at The George Washington University, a role she has occupied since 2020. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she serves as the Director of the Center for Community Resilience, a position she has held since 2016. Her work focuses on community resilience and public health, where she applies her expertise in dynamic systems modeling and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).
Education and Expertise
Wendy Ellis has a diverse educational background. She earned a Doctorate in Public Health (DrPH) from The George Washington University, where she was a Milken Scholar from 2014 to 2019. She also holds a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Washington, achieved between 2009 and 2011. Additionally, she has a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry/Biology from Seattle University, completed in 2008, and a Certificate in Legislative Studies from Georgetown University, obtained in 2012.
Background
Wendy Ellis has extensive experience in public health and community resilience. Prior to her current roles, she worked as a Graduate Researcher at the University of Washington from 2009 to 2011 and as a Program Manager at CSR Incorporated from 2011 to 2013. Her earlier experience includes serving as a Juvenile Rehabilitation Counselor at Echo Glen Children's Center from 2007 to 2009. She has also held leadership roles, including Board President and Board Member at Childhaven from 2000 to 2006.
Achievements
Wendy Ellis has been recognized for her contributions to public health, particularly in the areas of child health policy and advocacy. She was selected as a Doris Duke Fellow in 2017, which highlights her impact in the field. Additionally, she is the inaugural Milken Scholar at the Milken Institute School of Public Health, reflecting her leadership in health policy research. She founded the Resilience Innovation Labs, focusing on innovative approaches to community resilience.