About Ellen
About
Ellen M. Ehlers
Ellen M. Ehlers, Ph.D. is a holistic educator, interdisciplinary scholar, and lifelong learner whose work bridges art, education, and personal transformation. Born in Germany during World War II and raised in Canada after immigrating with her family in 1951, Ellen’s life has been shaped by resilience, reinvention, and a deep commitment to understanding the body mind spirit connection. Beginning university as a mature student in 1991, she pursued studies across cultural studies in fine arts, health sciences, drama, business administration, and dance education ultimately earning her Ph.D. in Holistic Education from O.I.S.E., University of Toronto.
Ellen’s research and creative work explore how the arts can serve as pathways to self-discovery and meaningful learning. She has presented her findings at international conferences and continues to advocate for arts-based, holistic approaches to education. Now residing in Kelowna, British Columbia, surrounded by her children and grandchildren, Ellen writes with the belief that growth and creativity have no expiration date and that each person carries within them the power to rediscover purpose, joy, and wholeness at any stage of life.
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