Elizabeth Wheat is an Associate Professor in Public and Environmental Affairs and Political Science at UW-Green Bay. She is originally from Marshall, Michigan, and completed her Master’s Degree in Public Affairs at Indiana University and her doctorate in Political Science at Western Michigan University. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Social Work at UW-Green Bay.

Elizabeth teaches courses in global environmental politics, environmental law and policy, natural resources, the presidency, fisheries and marine law, wildlife law, and sustainability. In most of her courses, students participate in mock trials, Model United Nations simulations, or environmental policy debates. Elizabeth also serves on the board for Midwest Environmental Advocates, Wisconsin Conservation Voters, and the Green Bay Water Utility. She is a proud dog mama to three rescue pups—Poofy, Knightley, and Foxy Loxy—and coexists with her adopted cat, a ragdoll named Dolly Pawton.