Claire Rafford

Indianapolis

Higher Education Reporter at Mirror Indy (US)

higher ed reporter @mirrorindy // @opencampusmedia. talk to me about your pets. beep me: [email protected] or 317-759-0249 (Signal)

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IU Indianapolis removes ‘Black Lives Matter’ banner

1 week ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

IU Indianapolis recently removed two prominent signs that read “Black Lives Matter” and “Discrimination has no place here” from its downtown campus. The banners were displayed on the exterior of a skywalk at the intersection of West Michigan Street and Blake Street. Though it’s not clear when nor why the signs were removed, it appears to be part of IU’s efforts to comply with federal and state guidance surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion.
IU Indianapolis removes ‘Black Lives Matter’ banner on Michigan Street

1 week ago | indianapublicmedia.org | Claire Rafford

IU Indianapolis recently removed two prominent signs that read “Black Lives Matter” and “Discrimination has no place here” from its downtown campus. The banners were displayed on the exterior of a skywalk at the intersection of West Michigan Street and Blake Street. Though it’s not clear when nor why the signs were removed, it appears to be part of IU’s efforts to comply with federal and state guidance surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion.
At Marian University, incarcerated women can just be students

2 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

For Kaneka Kidd, college has very much been a family affair. She started classes through Marian University’s program at the Indiana Women’s Prison at the same time her youngest daughter started college. Kidd also called her grandkids often to tell them about the classes she was taking, to hopefully encourage them to attend college one day. It was important to her that her family knew she was learning while inside.
Indiana University closes DEI office amid political pressure

2 weeks ago | opencampus.org | Claire Rafford

Indiana University is closing its system-wide DEI office on May 22 amid political pressure from federal and state government officials. In a news release, the university said the decision was made as an effort to “further ensure compliance” with state and federal guidelines regarding diversity programs.
Indiana University closes DEI office amid political pressure

2 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

Indiana University is closing its system-wide DEI office on May 22 amid political pressure from federal and state government officials. In a news release, the university said the decision was made as an effort to “further ensure compliance” with state and federal guidelines regarding diversity programs.
IU School of Medicine grapples with Trump funding orders

2 weeks ago | opencampus.org | Claire Rafford

The Indiana University School of Medicine has removed or edited dozens of webpages about the college’s DEI and health equity programs. The changes appear to be in response to an April 21 policy change from the National Institutes of Health, which requires institutions accepting NIH grants to agree that they will not operate programs that promote DEI or “discriminatory equity ideology” as a condition of the funding.
IU School of Medicine grapples with NIH’s DEI funding ban

3 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

The Indiana University School of Medicine has removed or edited dozens of webpages about the college’s DEI and health equity programs. The changes appear to be in response to an April 21 policy change from the National Institutes of Health, which requires institutions accepting NIH grants to agree that they will not operate programs that promote DEI or “discriminatory equity ideology” as a condition of the funding.
Get paid to learn about health care careers at Ivy Tech camp

3 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

High school students can get paid to earn college credit at Ivy Tech Indianapolis this summer. The college is hosting its annual summer health care academy, a free program for students who are interested in pursuing careers in health care. Students will take three free Ivy Tech courses — including a CPR and basic life support class — and earn 4.5 college credits. They’ll also get a variety of health-related career experiences, including a simulation, lab demonstrations and a virtual reality clinic.
IU Indianapolis to offer free early college camp for middle schoolers

3 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

Indy middle schoolers can learn what it’s like to be a college student at an upcoming IU Indianapolis summer camp. Indiana University’s Kids College program is launching this June in Indianapolis. The free program is open to incoming seventh- and eighth-graders, especially 21st Century Scholars or those who would be first-generation college students. Students will be able to explore careers in nursing, law, art, social work, and technology at the camp.
Burmese American Community Institute to offer job application workshop

3 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

Are you looking for a job but overwhelmed by the preparation and application process? The Burmese American Community Institute will host a resume and job interview preparation workshop for community members on May 15. The event will walk attendees through the job application process, including how to write a resume and how to prepare for interviews. Participants will be able to participate in mock interviews.