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Lauren Wong

Lauren M. Wong

Lauren Wong is a graduate of the University of Tampa with a degree in journalism who is freelancing while she looks for a full-time job. Originally from the Chicago area, she enjoys travel and aspires to be a travel photojournalist. During the summer of 2019, she worked for Premier Travel Media in Chicago and as a correspondent for Input Fort Wayne, another Issue Media group online magazine based in Indiana. She loves spending time outdoors camping, kayaking, and taking pictures.

Lauren Wong's Latest Articles

Lauren Wong, University of Tampa grad and aspiring journalist
Commentary: My life as an Asian-American

Lauren Wong, an intern with 83 Degrees while she was studying at the University of Tampa and now a regular contributor, shares her story growing up as an Asian-American born in the U.S. 

Muchachas serves tacos, burritos, and its most popular item quesatacos/quesabirria.
What’s new in Tampa Heights? More than you may know

Meet nine of the new businesses, shops, and restaurants that now call the Tampa Heights neighborhood home. 

Dr. Cliff Davis and his medical team perform first Histotripsy, a non-invasive procedure using sound waves to remove liver tumors.
TGH begins trial of new device created to destroy tumors without surgery

Tampa General Hospital begins testing a new procedure using sound waves to remove tumors without surgery, a non-invasive method that could lead to quicker recoveries and FDA approval for more widespread use. 

Cyclists can get in their miles while watching a movie.
Grove Theater opens in Pasco County with creative use of space

Developers convert an old Cobb theater in Wesley Chapel into a major entertainment center with an upscale bistro, a sushi bar, a cycle cinema, a comedy club, a kids play area, and much more. 

Shirah Bernarde getting ready to pitch NightCap.
UT student pitches product, secures deal on ABC’s Shark Tank

Worried that your drink might be surreptitiously spiked while you're out enjoying a night on the town? NightCap, a product created by a UT student and successfully pitched on Shark Tank, may be the solution.

Akiliaha Rankine, a USF senior studying Business Management and working at CUTR (Center for Urban Transportation Research)
SHIFT Tampa Bay: Let’s rethink how you get to where you’re going

By downloading the app Commute Tampa Bay, you get the opportunity to log how you’ve traveled (biking, ride-sharing, walking, etc.) and gain points for your energy conservation efforts.

The first two of 10 Listen First meetings are scheduled for area one (East Tampa) on Feb. 23rd and area two (the Heights neighborhoods) on March 3rd.
Listen First: City of Tampa seeks your input on mobility, vision

The City of Tampa launches a series of neighborhood meetings to better understand how residents envision their hopes for growth and development.

Images in the EnvisionBody project what a fitter you could look like.
App uses digital images of a healthier you to keep you moving

A new app developed in Tampa uses images of a fitter you to motivate your regular workout routine and better health. Learn more.

Fermented Reality Beirgarten features craft brews at Sparkman Wharf in Water Street Tampa.
Sparkman Wharf welcomes new restaurants, offices to Downtown Tampa

Nobel Rice, Burger Fi, and The Battery join the lineup of local foodie favorites at Sparkman Wharf in Downtown Tampa along with new offices for Coldwell Banker Realty.

Virtual Strides is an online business for runners that donates a portion of profits to charities.
How to stay fit while running for a cause with Virtual Strides

A small business situated on the east coast of Florida connects local runners and running groups throughout the globe in competitions and philanthropy in virtual experiences.

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