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Lives In
Louisville, KY
Education
- University of Texas at Austin
- Columbia University
Macy is a journalist with nearly five years of experience covering a wide range of topics, from the tech industry to mental health.
- She has contributed to Brides since October 2021.
- Her work has also appeared on Verywell Fit, Verywell Mind, HuffPost, and the Psychiatric Times.
- She's currently a freelance journalist with a focus on wellness.
Experience
Macy is a freelance journalist based in Louisville, KY. After graduating from the University of Texas in 2018, Macy left her home state to join TechRepublic as an associate staff writer, where she covered tech news and trends. During her two years at TechRepublic, she earned a bronze Azbee award and produced a cover story on telemedicine and mental health. In 2020, she attended Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism, graduating with honors in 2021. A recent bride herself, Macy is closely familiar with all aspects of wedding prep.
Education
Macy holds a BA in English from the University of Texas at Austin and an MS in journalism from Columbia University.
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