Rising Stars Spotlight: Meet the Women Leaders Interns

Bridget Burke

Bridget is a 2019 graduate from Bridgewater State University, where she received a degree in psychology with a health studies minor. During her undergraduate career, Bridget interned in the Athletics Department, where she found her passion for College Athletics.  Prior to Women Leaders, Bridget was an intern with Brown University and Boston College Athletics, both in their Compliance Offices. In May 2021, Bridget will obtain her Masters of Business Administration with a concentration in sports leadership.

A native of Boston, Massachusetts, Bridget enjoys reading, helping others, going to the beach and spending time with her friends and family! Contact Bridget for Individual Memberships, Institutional Memberships and the Mentorship Program.

Emma Fruhling

Emma joined Women Leaders in College Sports in April of 2021 as a Creative Services Intern. Prior to Women Leaders, Emma interned with Fox Sports during the 2019 Women’s World Cup. Throughout the summer she worked in the studio as a production assistant for World Soccer Tonight.

Emma graduated in May 2021 from Ithaca College with a degree in Television-Radio and a minor in Sports Studies. At Ithaca College, she was a four-year member of the Women’s Soccer Team, a member of the college’s Leadership Academy, an executive board member for BomberTHON, and worked for the athletics department as the Assistant Manager of Creative Media. 
Originally from Armonk, New York, Emma enjoys traveling, playing music, hiking, and skiing.

Erin Pedersen

Erin joined Women Leaders in College Sports in April 2021 as the creative services intern. Prior to Women Leaders, Erin worked as a Technology Manager for Putnam Valley Central School District and was a Multimedia Employee for Ithaca College’s Marketing Department. Erin is expected to graduate in December 2021 from Ithaca College with a degree in Film, Photography, and Visual Arts with a minor in Live Event Management and Design. At Ithaca College, she was a three-year member, two-year marketing manager of the Women’s Rugby Team, a member of the college’s Leadership Academy, and volunteered monthly at the Food Bank of Southern Tier.

Originally from Putnam Valley, New York, Erin enjoys being outdoors, staying active, cooking, and traveling. Contact Erin for Performance Catalyst Media

Kyndall Ellis

Kyndall is a 2020 graduate from Syracuse University, where she received her Master’s of Science in public relations with an emphasis on sports media and information. Prior to this, Kyndall also attended Clemson University, where she received her Bachelor’s of Arts in communication studies with a social science minor. Throughout her studies, Kyndall has interned within recruiting and student-athlete development, uncovering her passion to utilize storytelling as the bridge between athlete’s, sports, and their communities. Before Women Leaders in College Sports, Kyndall was an Alfred Fleishman Diversity Fellow at Fleishman Hillard - Dallas.

Kyndall is a native of Columbus, Georgia, and she enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, giving back to her community, and trying new food places! Contact Kyndall for Event Logistics, Education Committee, and LOC.

What has this internship experience meant to you thus far?
Bridget: Meeting people who are also passionate about not only collegiate athletics but the advancement of women in the field has been my favorite part of this experience. Championing others and forming relationships with women all over the country is why I love what I do!

Emma: The experience has allowed me to grow professionally while being surrounded by women who constantly help me rise up. I cannot believe the amount I have learned over the last few months while also being able to find consistency in my creativity.

Erin: This internship for me has meant building my professional career, and making life long connections. I’ve had the opportunity to build my leadership skills and professional confidence which are skills I will take with me in the future.

Kyndall: Interning with Women Leader’s in College Sports has inspired me, challenged me, and grown me in such a short amount of time. Working with each of these women has enriched my perspective while encouraging me to pursue my passion, but most importantly to always lift as you climb

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