Claire Rafford

Indianapolis

Higher Education Reporter at Mirror Indy (US)

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Articles

Burmese American Community Institute to offer job application workshop

3 days 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.
Eli Lilly, Purdue announce $250M research collaboration

3 days ago | opencampus.org | Claire Rafford

Eli Lilly and Co. and Purdue University announced a $250-million expansion of their research partnership on May 9. Over the next eight years, Lilly and Purdue will collaborate on pharmaceutical research in Indianapolis, West Lafayette and at the Limitless Exploration/Advanced Pace District in Lebanon.
Ivy Tech Indy, IU to host car seat inspection event May 14

6 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

The IU School of Medicine and Safe Kids Indiana are hosting a car seat-inspection event May 14 at Ivy Tech’s Indianapolis campus. Certified child passenger safety technicians will be available to inspect car seats and reinstall them, if needed. Free car seats are available to families who need them, as supplies last. To receive a car seat, you must bring your child and your car to the event.
Eli Lilly, Purdue announce $250M research collaboration

6 days ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

Eli Lilly and Co. and Purdue University announced a $250-million expansion of their research partnership on May 9. Over the next eight years, Lilly and Purdue will collaborate on pharmaceutical research in Indianapolis, West Lafayette and at the Limitless Exploration/Advanced Pace District in Lebanon.
How Wayne Township helps immigrant teachers get certified in Indiana

1 week ago | opencampus.org | Claire Rafford

When Daniela Robledo came to the U.S. from Argentina in 2006, she didn’t just move away from her family and homeland: She left behind her dream job. Just nine months into her first year of teaching preschool, Robledo and her husband moved to the United States. Despite the fact she’d earned her college degree in Argentina, Robledo worked in housekeeping and retail for years while learning English. She eventually earned certification as a teacher’s aide.
Marian University to offer online bachelor’s degree in leadership

1 week ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

Marian University will offer a new online bachelor’s degree in leadership, the university announced April 30. The program is accelerated, with courses offered on a five-week or eight-week schedule, rather than on traditional semesters. Classes are also asynchronous, so students can complete their work on their own time while balancing work or other responsibilities. Marian is also slightly lowering tuition rates for all its online degree programs starting this fall and eliminating application fees.
‘I’m also an immigrant.’ This is Wayne Township’s path for teachers from outside the U.S.

1 week ago | chalkbeat.org | Claire Rafford

Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news. This story was originally published by Mirror Indy. When Daniela Robledo came to the U.S. from Argentina in 2006, she didn’t just move away from her family and homeland: She left behind her dream job. Just nine months into her first year of teaching preschool, Robledo and her husband moved to the United States.
Wayne Township schools program helps immigrant teachers pass Indiana licensing exam

1 week ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

When Daniela Robledo came to the U.S. from Argentina in 2006, she didn’t just move away from her family and homeland: She left behind her dream job. Just nine months into her first year of teaching preschool, Robledo and her husband moved to the United States. Despite the fact she’d earned her college degree in Argentina, Robledo worked in housekeeping and retail for years while learning English. She eventually earned certification as a teacher’s aide.
Ivy Tech picks Louisville school superintendent as next president

2 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Claire Rafford

Martin Pollio, superintendent of Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky, will serve as Ivy Tech Community College’s new president. The college’s board of trustees voted April 30 to approve Pollio as president. “Ivy Tech is doing great things in Indiana,” Pollio said in a news release.
Where Indianapolis stands after President Donald Trump’s 100 days

2 weeks ago | mirrorindy.org | Emily Hopkins |Claire Rafford |Carley Lanich |Mesgana Waiss

Will I be able to update my birth certificate? Will I get to retire on time? Will I be able to vaccinate my kids? These are just a few of the questions Indy residents might be asking themselves after the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s second term. The pace of the changes has been relentless, and Mirror Indy and other local news organizations have been working to understand how those changes are affecting our community.