Glorianne Wollen

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Glorianne Wollen

In this interview recorded on April 18, 2025, longtime Harbor Master, community leader, and volunteer Glorianne “Glo” Wollen talks with student Trent Kittams. Glo reflects on growing up in a commercial fishing family and how those early experiences shaped her lifelong work. She discusses the history and future of fisheries management, why she’s hopeful for Alaska’s fishing industry, and the development of Petersburg’s waterfront as an important part of the community’s economic future. This interview was recorded for Mr. Shumway’s Senior Alaska History class at Petersburg High School.

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Rob Schwartz

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Rob Schwartz

In this interview recorded in the spring of 2025 for Mr. Shumway’s Senior Alaska History class at Petersburg High School, student athlete Kaden Duke speaks with Rob Schwartz about his life and legacy. Rob talks about growing up in Petersburg, getting his start in commercial fishing, and his journey through college. He reflects on the opportunities that came with returning home to raise his family and build a life in the community. A legendary and well-loved wrestling coach at both Petersburg High School and Middle School, Rob shares his memories of teaching, coaching, and his experiences wrestling.

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Sig Mathisen

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Sig Mathisen

Sig Mathisen sits down with student deckhand, Erik Edwards, to reflect on his life growing up in Petersburg, Alaska, and his 45-year career as a commercial fisherman. In this spring 2025 interview for Mr. Shumway’s Senior Alaska History class at Petersburg High School, Sig shares insights into the evolution of fishing gear and technology across the decades. With deep knowledge and optimism, he explains why he remains hopeful about the future of commercial fishing in Petersburg.

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