Jillian Wertheim, Daily Californian

“When I interviewed Fiona for a blog writer position, I was struck first by her enthusiasm, and second by her extreme competence. Many people claim to be quick learners, but Fiona truly is one. Upon being hired, she immediately embraced the responsibilities of being a staff writer and eagerly took on new projects, oftentimes initiating interviews to enhance her reporting, and regularly setting up meetings with me to discuss ways in which she could continue to improve.

After only one semester at the Daily Californian, Fiona succeeded me as the blog editor–an accomplishment I attribute to her strong writing, her previous work as an editor, and a thorough knowledge of the UC Berkeley campus and community. As an editor, Fiona was thoughtful, constructive, and managed her many responsibilities with poise and professionalism.”