Emily Starbuck Gerson is a professional writer who lives in (and is obsessed with) Austin, Texas. She has resided in Austin since 2003 and has experienced the city both as a student and a professional.

Experience:

In college, Emily interned at Texas Monthly and TRIBEZA magazines and was the editor of a large weekly newspaper, The Austin Student. After college she was the editorial assistant at CreditCards.com and then a copywriter in the travel industry. Emily currently writes for a variety of websites, blogs, and local magazines, including ENVY Magazine and MyCollegeOptions.org. She is currently writing a travel guide about Austin for Aberdeen Bay, a small publisher. You can view some of her work on her website.

Education:

Emily holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Texas at Austin. Hook ‘em Horns!

From Emily Starbuck Gerson:

I grew up in Houston, and in 2003 I made the 160-mile journey to Austin to attend college. I instantly fell in love with the city and couldn’t bear to leave after graduating. Austin is eclectic, musical, beautiful, laid-back, and full of Texas flavor and history. After all, the city’s slogan is “Keep Austin Weird.” What’s not to love? Austin is growing by the day and there’s never a lack of things to do. In fact, sometimes there’s so much going on, it’s overwhelming. Whether you’re new to Austin, are thinking of relocating to Austin, or are a local just wanting to keep up with what’s new, I’m here to share my love for Austin and help you make the most of this beautiful and quirky place. If you have any tips or suggestions, feel free to send them my way!