Ellen E. Faszewski

Dr. Ellen E. Faszewski is a Clinical Professor in the Science Education program at Boston University's Wheelock College of Education & Human Development. She also serves as the associate dean for student affairs, focusing on academic engagement and institutional challenges. Her research spans amphibian development, sponge immunology, and the socio-educational impacts of higher education mergers. She is a recognized environmental advocate, organizing events such as the Muddy River Symposium and collaborating with the Muddy Water Initiative Advisory Board.

Education: PhD, University of Massachusetts-Amherst; MA, Mount Holyoke College; BA, Elms College.

Her work has been honored by the Muddy River Restoration Project and Colleges of the Fenway. She secured state funding to improve campus food security initiatives and partners with Massachusetts General Hospital’s Youth Scholars STEM Program.

• Grants/Awards: Commonwealth of Massachusetts/Department of Education funding for campus food pantries, recognition for environmental advocacy.
• Professional Roles: Member of Muddy Water Initiative Advisory Board, collaborator with Well-Being Initiative.