Ellie Walter is a 2024 graduate of St. Mary's College with a double major in neuroscience and Spanish, and double minors in environmental studies and music. During her time at St. Mary's College, she studied abroad in Costa Rica, where she engaged in environmental research and found a passion for cultural exchange with Spanish-speaking countries. On campus, Ellie conducted independent research with her professors Ximena Postigo and Liz Leininger, studying the therapeutic potentials of Latin American shamanism in Western medicine. Additionally, she served as president of the Sustainability Club, played on the women’s tennis team and worked as a student intern for the Office of International Education. Since graduation, Ellie has been working as a youth rehabilitation specialist at a nonprofit organization, supporting children diagnosed with mental illness. This role has enabled her to build meaningful relationships with young children and to create engaging learning environments.