Yiwen Lu
About Yiwen Lu
Yiwen Lu is a Technology Reporting Fellow at The New York Times, focusing on youth and technology topics, including autonomous vehicles. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Political Science from the University of Chicago and has interned at several notable publications.
Current Role at The New York Times
Yiwen Lu serves as a Technology Reporting Fellow at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on reporting topics related to youth and technology, including developments in autonomous vehicles. Her work is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she operates in a hybrid work environment.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining The New York Times, Yiwen Lu gained valuable experience through various internships. She worked as a Business Reporting Intern at The Washington Post for two months in 2022, where she contributed to business-related news coverage. Additionally, she served as a Metro Intern at The Charlotte Observer in 2021 for two months and as a Graphics Intern at USA TODAY for three months in 2022.
Education and Academic Background
Yiwen Lu studied at the University of Chicago, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Political Science. Her academic journey spanned four years from 2019 to 2023, equipping her with a strong foundation in analytical and critical thinking skills relevant to her reporting career.
Language Proficiency
Yiwen Lu is fluent in Mandarin, which enhances her ability to report on technology developments in Chinese-speaking regions. This language proficiency allows her to access a broader range of sources and insights in her coverage of technology topics.