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Author Archives: Claire Rafford
Alma Mater: University of Notre Dame
Prior to coming to Mirror Indy, I covered business, development and housing for IndyStar. Previously, I interned at The Arizona Republic and POLITICO.
Outside work, I love running, climbing, swimming, reading and hanging out with other people’s dogs. You can find me at Calvin Fletcher’s Coffee Shop in Fletcher Place on the weekends.
I’m passionate about giving Indianapolis residents — especially students seeking higher education — essential and accessible local news! College and continuing education can be incredibly difficult to navigate, and I want to be a resource that untangles that web.
My email address is claire.rafford@mirrorindy.org.
IUPUI’s pro-Palestinian protest feels different. Here’s why.
More than 30 students have been protesting in an encampment at IUPUI since April 26.
IUPUI students ‘close out an era’ during last-ever commencement
IUPUI, which will split into IU and Purdue in July, held its last graduation ceremony May 9.
Indiana’s college-going rate remains stuck at generational low
Two years after Indiana hit the lowest college-going rate in a generation, not much has changed.
‘Solidarity with Gaza’: IUPUI students camp out in protest of war
Students have been camping out in IUPUI’s “Liberated Zone” since April 26.
Dean of Butler’s 2-year college pledges support to students
Carolyn-Gentle Genitty will start as inaugural dean of Founders College June 3.
Don’t miss this April 30 deadline for loan forgiveness. What you need to know.
The federal government is asking people with certain loans to apply to consolidate by April 30.
‘You are not alone’: Butler students unite to prevent suicide
Butler hosted the 13th annual Out of the Darkness campus walk April 20.
Adrenaline Angels: IUPUI women’s go-kart team breaks ‘boys club’ barrier
The team will compete in several sprint races at the Purdue Grand Prix on April 20.
‘Unacceptable’: Indiana ranks among worst in U.S. for adults with college degrees
But the state’s top higher education official sees signs of hope, too.