Marilyn Ellis


Marilyn Ellis
  • MA Student

Biography —

Marilyn Ellis is a MA student in the Indigenous Studies Program at KU. 

- Research focus on Indigenous well-being in Anishnaabe Seven Grandfather teachings 
- American Indian College fund recipient for 2025-2026 school year, Dean's Honor roll 2025 school year for Haskell Indian Nations University 
- Future goal is to work with tribal communities as a retention specialist in some capacity 
- Worked with Manny King as a student intern part of the White Bear Student Committee. I helped with student mental health events focused on wellbeing

Education —

B.A. in American Indian Studies, Haskell Indian Nations University
A.A. in Humanities, White Earth Tribal and Community College

Research —

Research Interests: 

  • Traditional plant knowledge
  • Indigenous Feminism
  • Environmental Justice
  • Advocacy