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Research interests
At Extension's Center for Community Development, Ellen works with communities across the state to navigate social, civic, and cultural opportunities and challenges. Before joining Extension, Ellen held positions with Wilder Research and Hennepin County where she collaborated with organizations in the Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota to conduct community-engaged research projects related to education, social services, public health, and demography. Ellen's research focuses on the interdependence of rural and urban communities. Ellen hosts the Side by Side podcast, which explores the complex and necessary rural and urban relationship.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
MPA, Analysis and Evaluation, University of Washington
2002 → 2004
MPH, Community Health and Maternal Child Health, University of Washington
2002 → 2004
BA, Grinnell College
1996 → 2000
Research Interest Keywords
- community-engaged research
- rural-urban interdependence
- community development
- civic engagement
- leadership
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Projects
- 1 Finished
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How to shift rural-urban discussion toward an appreciation for interdependence.
Wolter, E. M., Nov 2022, Vital Insights, University of Minnesota Center for Community Vitality.Research output: Contribution to specialist publication › Article
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Assessing readiness of rural Minnesota communities to engage in diversity and inclusion efforts
Wolter, E. M., Hernandez-Swanson, J. I., Aranda, J. L., Arp, H. B., Chazdon, S. A. & Spanier, T. A., 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Connecting rural and urban Minnesotans through Extension collaborative programming
Wolter, E. M., Hennen, M. A. G., Kallevig, C. A., Jeanetta, S. C., Zulu, M., De Sota, J., Dybsetter, A. M., McCulloch, T. L. & Shepherd, N., 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Creating Inclusive Leadership in Rural Communities: Lessons Learned in Rural Minnesota
Aranda, J. L., Chazdon, S. A., Hernandez-Swanson, J. I., Spanier, T. A. & Wolter, E. M., 2023, Inclusive Leadership: Equity and Belonging in Our Communities. Barnes, J., Stevens, M., Zakarias Ekelund, B. & Perham-Lippman, K. (eds.). Emerald Publishing, p. 179-190Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter (peer-reviewed) › peer-review
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Measuring Readiness for Inclusive Practices in Rural Minnesota: ILA Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Interactive Roundtable discussion
Aranda, J. L., Chazdon, S. A. & Wolter, E., Aug 2022, (Unpublished) International Leadership Association Virtual Summit .Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
Activities
- 1 Invited presentation
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Building Connections: Shifting toward an appreciation for rural-urban interdependence
Huot-Link, I. A. (Speaker) & Wolter, E. (Speaker)
Sep 20 2023Activity: Talk types › Invited presentation
Press/Media
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What urban-rural divide? Experts say it's more like an 'interdependency'
10/20/22 → 8/14/23
1 item of Media coverage, 1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment or Interview
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How to shift rural-urban discussion toward an appreciation for interdependence
10/20/22
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment or Interview
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Minnesota's most diverse cities? New U.S. Census data show communities of color growing in places like Austin and Worthington.
9/8/21
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment or Interview
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Immigration has a business case in Minnesota--and a faith case
1/12/18
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Expert Comment or Interview