Lauryn is an undergraduate student at Brigham Young University working toward her bachelor’s degree in biodiversity and conservation. She aspires to be a restoration ecologist. She grew up living in many places including Utah, Kansas, California, and Colorado. Exposure to various landscapes and types of natural beauty in her upbringing led Lauryn to cultivate a passion for the outdoors and its preservation for generations to come. In line with her love for the outdoors, Lauryn spends her free time swimming, running, hiking, backpacking, and visiting national parks.