Ellie Smieja

Ellie Smieja
MS Graduate Student - Fall 2026

Hometown: Little Falls, Minnesota

Undergrad Institution and Major: BS, University of Minnesota, Cellular and Organismal Physiology, minors in Spanish Studies and Ensemble Music

Additional Information: Ellie is a certified nursing assistant and has worked in a variety of healthcare areas, including memory care, oncology, hematology, and hospice. She completed her bachelor's at the University of Minnesota and was involved in research, clubs, and marching band. Her experiences have created a foundation where she is passionate about translating her education to direct patient care and treatment planning. Ellie's future career interests include becoming a physician and specializing in geriatrics and/or palliative care.