Gary Thomas:
There isn't anyone on this Earth that works as hard as you, you've earned it my love!
Cecelia
Arteaga
The degree of
Master of Library and Information Science
Virtual Convocation
2025
PROFILE
Current residence: Monrovia, CA, US
I wanted to earn a masters degree because:
I wanted to create more opportunities for myself and work in a field where I can make a positive impact in my community and people's lives through access to information and resources
While earning my degree, my greatest supporters were:
My partner, my close friends, and my professors who believed in me and reminded me of my purpose when things got tough.
What I liked best about online learning was:
The flexibility to learn at my own pace and rewatch lectures when I needed to, especially since it helped with my focus and processing.
What I enjoyed most about my experience at the SJSU School of Information was:
Connecting assignments to real-world issues, like serving underserved communities, and seeing how librarianship can be a tool for social change.
I plan to use my degree to:
Support reentry and underserved populations through equitable access to information, and eventually help transform public library services. I also want to incorporate my background in automotive by creating fun, interactive, and informative programs or resources that serve my community in creative and practical ways
Now that I have completed the program, I'm most looking forward to:
Starting my career in libraries and continuing to grow, learn, and advocate for communities that are often overlooked.
Gary Thomas: There isn't anyone on this Earth that works as hard as you, you've earned it my love!