Ellie Rushing

Ellie Rushing is a skilled journalist with robust experience in reporting on criminal justice and environmental sustainability. Currently serving as a criminal justice reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer since June 2019, Rushing focuses on gun violence and its impact on children and teens, earning recognition as a finalist for the DART Center's award for excellence in trauma coverage. Previous roles include breaking news reporter covering significant protests in Philadelphia, lead sustainability coordinator at Rollins College, and editor in chief of The Sandspur, where Rushing significantly increased readership. Rushing also holds a bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies and Communication Studies from Rollins College, complemented by various internships and leadership roles in sustainability and research projects in Rwanda.