Yale honors student workers for contributions and campus impact

5.8.25
Staff

Rylan Polster (Class of 2025), student event technician at Yale Schwarzman Center is one of ten Yale College students to receive the university’s annual Y-Work Award for commitment to an on-campus job. 

Supervisor: Carolynn Richer, associate production manager, Yale Schwarzman Center

“Rylan has been an invaluable student event technician at the Yale Schwarzman Center, providing crucial support for events and performances. ‘Rylan has grown immensely, integrating seamlessly into professional crews and taking on complex tasks with confidence,’ wrote supervisor Carolynn Richer. From updating production inventories to troubleshooting technical systems, Rylan’s curiosity and initiative have significantly improved operations. His work on projects like the audio system integration and mid-show changeovers demonstrates his commitment to excellence and his deep understanding of the technology behind the Schwarzman Center’s events.”

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