Wallis Turley is pursuing a master’s degree in health services organizations at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. She earned a bachelor’s degree in international studies from American University, with a minor in Spanish. Turley previously served as a COVID-19 case coordinator at American University and as a congressional intern in the district office of a U.S. House of Representatives member, supporting constituent services and policy research. She also has experience in Spanish–English language work, including tutoring English learners, completing a Spanish translation certificate, and volunteering on a medical translation project. Turley is interested in policies and programs that address childhood food insecurity in the United States. After graduation, she plans to pursue a career in public health policy and program evaluation.