Lauryn Higgins Title: Health and wellness journalist Education: Mars Hill University, University of Nebraska–Lincoln Expertise: Public health, Wellness Lauryn Higgins is a two-time Pulitzer Prize winning journalist whose work focuses primarily on public health and wellness. A native of North Carolina, she now resides in Nebraska where she earned her master's degree in journalism. She currently works as a freelance journalist, adjunct professor of journalism, and as a Midwest stringer for The New York Times and The Washington Post. Her work has also appeared in NPR, Women's Health, Shape, Health, Teen Vogue, and other outlets. Education Lauryn received a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration from Mars Hill University. She also holds a Master of Arts degree in journalism and mass communication from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. About Health Health, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning online resource for empathetic, trustworthy, and actionable health and wellness information so you can make the best choice for your health. We reach more than 9 million readers a month. We ensure the accuracy of our content by relying on seasoned health journalists, credentialed medical professionals and thorough fact checkers. Learn more about us and our editorial process.