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Lauren Wong

Lauren Wong

Lauren Wong is projected to graduate from the University of Tampa in 2020 with her bachelor's degree in Journalism, accompanied by a Certificate in International Studies. Originally from the Chicago land area, she'll be writing for Premier Travel Media back home over the summer. She currently is the Opinion editor for her school newspaper, The Minaret, and writes freelance for Input Fort Wayne.

Lauren Wong's Latest Articles

Lauren Wong looks out her window in Chicago after her college closed for COVID-19.
A college senior’s reflections on COVID-19: ‘The unknown has been thrown at us faster than ever’

"One day I’m picking out my graduation outfit; the next, I’m stuck in an endless cycle of refreshing the news."

Hyde Brothers, Booksellers is Indiana's best loved bookstore on the Northwest side at 1428 Wells St.
Blog: Discovering a book lover’s paradise near downtown Fort Wayne

"In my travels, I try to find a local bookshop to relax in. Nothing comes close to Fort Wayne’s Hyde Brothers Booksellers."

Zesto serves Razzles which are similar to DQ blizzards.
Blog: 5 unique ice cream shops to try in Fort Wayne

If you’re looking for a sweet treat, the Summit City has no shortage of ways to indulge in ice cream.

Lisa Czechowski, a member of the qualifying USA women’s goalball team, celebrates with her son.
Learning to hear emotions: My first experience with the Paralympic sport of goalball

Summer intern, Lauren Wong, visits the largest international sporting event ever hosted in Fort Wayne.

The exquisite blues and greens of this place enchant us to pause and realize the allure of the world we rush past every day.
5 Fort Wayne parks that will feed your soul

Together, they’re a helpful reminder that life blooms around every corner in this city.

Lakeside Park offers a scenic escape from the rush of modern life.
Intern blog: Finding a mindful escape at Lakeside Park

"The pursuit of peace is how I found myself on this worn, wooden bench in the middle of Lakeside Park in northeast Fort Wayne."

Lauren Wong aspires to be a travel writer when she graduates.
BLOG: My summer internship ‘travel writing’ in Fort Wayne

Lauren Wong is spending the summer of 2019 exploring northeast Indiana as Input Fort Wayne’s summer intern.

ABCinema brings a state-of-the-art movie experience to downtown Decatur.
Going to the movies? Check out this affordable, state-of-the-art theater in Decatur

Entrepreneur Corey Affolder shares the story and inspiration behind ABCinema Inc.

Joseph Allison runs the Head2Hock food truck in Fort Wayne with his wife, Courtni, and their family.
Meet the culinary entrepreneurs behind two farm-to-fork businesses in Fort Wayne

You won’t find just any casual, American fare at the Head2Hock food truck. Their motto is “real food healing people.”

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