Miss Kansas International®

Ellie

1. Are you more afraid of the doctor or dentist?
Honestly, neither! If I had to choose, I’d say the vet. Watching my orange cat Pumpkin get shots is far more stressful than getting one myself.

2. If you could have a lifetime supply of anything what would it be?
Art supplies! I sell and donate my artwork internationally and serve as a crafts leader in my church’s after-school program, helping inspire over 3,000 students through creativity. I love creating pieces that bring comfort and joy to others. One of my paintings even sat beside a baby in the NICU throughout his stay.

3. What’s the worst date you’ve been on?
A date where the guy never showed up! Thankfully, that disappointment led me to appreciate the incredible relationship I have today. What started as a sushi date turned into finding the love of my life, my biggest supporter, and my best friend.

4. If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
The ability to speak every language in the world — including to cats and dogs! I’m already fluent in Mandarin, chat in Spanish with my STEM club kids, and spoke Italian with the locals studying abroad. With this power, I could connect with anyone, spread hope all around the world, and finally understand why my dog loses it when we watch Bluey!

5. Is there anything about you that people are surprised to learn?
Yes - many people are surprised to learn that my mother, Angela Green, has been missing since 2019. Through my experience, I saw how delays and myths in the system can cost families precious time and evidence, which is why I advocate for missing persons and bring hope to children who’ve lost a loved one. As Miss Kansas International 2026, I’ve turned that pain into purpose with my platform “Hope Has a Name.”