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Students: Reflections

Check out what students have to say about their experiences in Special Collections as an Intern or Student Assistant!

Reflections from previous Student Assistants and Interns:

Atkins, Bryn, Internship (Spring 2025)

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Broedner, Tommy, Internship (2024)

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Evans, Hannah, Student Assistant (2022-2024)

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Hagis, Jake, Internship (2022)

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Indrebo, Autumn, Internship (Spring 2025)

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Kane, Elliot, Internship (2017)

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Mattingly, Astra, Student Assistant (2024)

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O'Dell, Kaitlyn, Internship (2024)

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Pate, Samantha, Student Assistant (2024)

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Ray, Natalie, Internship (2017)

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Wicklin, Cello, Internship (2023)

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Wood, Serenity, Internship (Spring 2025)

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Wright, Jada, Internship (2024)

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Four students standing in archival storage

"The Library’s Archives and Special Collections offered me new skills I never would have thought to gain. I am lucky to have been able to work with such a supportive, educated, and passionate group of people. Creating the display was no doubt my favorite project,  and I feel accomplished that I have something in 'Cal Poly’s Library' to show off." Cello Wicklin (Internship, 2023)

student standing by table presenting on large screen

"My time as a Special Collections Intern within Special Collections has been a really interesting exploration of the intersection of history, sustainability, and accessibility. Through my involvement as a Library Scholar Intern, I have not only deepened my appreciation for the importance of preserving our collective heritage but have also gained invaluable insights into the power of collaboration, sustainability, and accessibility in shaping the future of archival stewardship." Kaitlyn O'dell (Internship, 2024)

three people standing at scenic overlook in Redwood National Park

"My internship at the Special Collections during Spring 2024 was incredibly impactful. I am really grateful for this opportunity because it helped me figure out what career path I want to take after college. I am also really grateful for the learning opportunities that this internship allowed me to have. I really appreciated our weekly meetings where I had the space to ask questions about what a library or archival career looked like and the steps for getting there." Tommy Broedner (Internship, 2024)