We are thrilled to introduce four new volunteer interns who have joined our archival team, each bringing a unique background and passion for preservation and research. Madi Arnault, Audrey Strople, Tanya Valladares, and Joovy Chen ~ all four are working with Ili Lobaco, our Collections Coordinator/Archivist, as they pursue their passion in museum archival work.
Madi Arnault and Audrey Strople are currently pursuing their Master’s degrees in Library and Information Science from Simmons University in Boston. As part of their online academic program, both are completing 60 hours of archival work with us. Madi has a Bachelor’s of Arts degree from Hampshire College and a Master’s of Fine Arts degree from Claremont Graduate University. Madi plans to pursue a career in art librarianship. Audrey has a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology and Art History from the University of La Verne and plans to pursue a career in cultural heritage conservation and preservation. She was a former Getty Marrow Intern at the Gilb Museum in Arcadia. Both Madi and Audrey’s enthusiasm for archival theory and hands-on experience is already making a meaningful impact.
Tanya Valladares recently completed her Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from Cal State Long Beach and is currently pursuing a certificate in Archives and Digital Collections from Pasadena City College, along with two certificate programs from Santa Monica College in Cultural Resource Management and the other in Graphic Information Systems. Her wish is to pursue a career in archival work. Her interdisciplinary background gives her a unique lens on cultural preservation and historical context.
Joovy Chen is a junior at a local high school where she is actively involved in their Theater Department with costume design and construction. Her role in researching and designing costumes has sparked a love for historical fashion and material culture, making her a natural fit for our museum archival work. Joovy is working with the many textiles in our collection by researching their history, updating the information in our PastPerfect database, and storing them with appropriate archive methods and materials. Joovy brings fresh energy and curiosity to the team, and she has already contributed greatly to the organization of our textile collection.
All four have jumped into processing collections with a sharp eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the stories behind each artifact.
We are excited to support these interns as they grow their skills and explore the many facets of archival work. Their diverse experience helps us to continue preserving history with care and creativity. Welcome aboard, Madi, Audrey, Tanya, and Joovy!
Tanya Valladares recently completed her Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from Cal State Long Beach and is currently pursuing a certificate in Archives and Digital Collections from Pasadena City College, along with two certificate programs from Santa Monica College in Cultural Resource Management and the other in Graphic Information Systems. Her wish is to pursue a career in archival work. Her interdisciplinary background gives her a unique lens on cultural preservation and historical context.
Joovy Chen is a junior at a local high school where she is actively involved in their Theater Department with costume design and construction. Her role in researching and designing costumes has sparked a love for historical fashion and material culture, making her a natural fit for our museum archival work. Joovy is working with the many textiles in our collection by researching their history, updating the information in our PastPerfect database, and storing them with appropriate archive methods and materials. Joovy brings fresh energy and curiosity to the team, and she has already contributed greatly to the organization of our textile collection.
All four have jumped into processing collections with a sharp eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the stories behind each artifact.
We are excited to support these interns as they grow their skills and explore the many facets of archival work. Their diverse experience helps us to continue preserving history with care and creativity. Welcome aboard, Madi, Audrey, Tanya, and Joovy!
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