Molly Gerrish, Ph.D., is a full, tenured professor at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Gerrish is the academic program director of all early childhood programs and director of undergraduate research, scholarly, and creative activity. Gerrish holds a Ph.D. in early childhood education and has presented and taught across the globe including Scotland, England, Ireland, New Zealand, China, Australia, Costa Rica, and Canada. Her research interests include mental health, nature-based teaching practices, and trauma-informed care.