Isobel McClure
Staff Reporter
isobel.mcclure@yale.edu
Isobel McClure covers Student Policy and Affairs as an Associate Reporter under the University Desk; she also serves as a member of copy staff. Originally from New York City, Isobel is a first year in Pauli Murray College.
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ISOBEL MCCLURE
Yale Student Mental Health Association holds annual “Mind Over Matter” fair

The annual “Mind Over Matter” promoted mental health resources and support on campus, featuring student performances and a scavenger hunt.

April 14, 2025

ISOBEL MCCLURE
Yale under Congress investigation over collusion, antitrust concerns

On Tuesday, Yale received a letter from four Republican congressmen, with the lawmakers expressing concerns over possible collusion amongst Ivy League universities to increase the […]

April 11, 2025

KARLA CORTES & ISOBEL MCCLURE
Avocados smash their way into dining halls this semester

Starting April 7, Yale Hospitality introduced “Avocado Pulp” in Breakfast Express dining halls and will eventually expand it to all dining halls.

April 10, 2025

ISOBEL MCCLURE
Michael Koelle appointed new Head of Ezra Stiles College

Thirty years after he first joined the Yale community, Michael Koelle, a professor of Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry, was announced this week as the new Head of Ezra Stiles College.

April 9, 2025

ISOBEL MCCLURE
Yale sees record number of fellowship applications

The Office of Fellowships received record numbers of students applying for all fellowships this year, as the University navigates potential funding uncertainty.

April 6, 2025

ARIELA LOPEZ & ISOBEL MCCLURE
Individual arrested in Bass for carrying two fake weapons

Yale Police Department Lieutenant Jay Jones said that the arrested individual was “probably not” a Yale affiliate, though the police chief said their identity is yet undetermined.

April 4, 2025

ISOBEL MCCLURE
Trump wants to dismantle the DOE. Experts warn that financial support at Yale could be at risk

Over the past weeks, the Trump administration has moved to dismantle the Department of Education. The reduction in the department’s workforce – and its potential dismantlement – could impact access to higher education.

April 2, 2025

KARLA CORTES & ISOBEL MCCLURE
Branford dining hall tangoes with new mango sorbet

After Branford’s soft serve was replaced with pomegranate raspberry and chocolate due to supply chain issues, Yale Hospitality has rotated the previous fruit sorbet with a new mango flavor.

April 1, 2025

ISOBEL MCCLURE
DATA: Curious about studying abroad? Trends show Yalies take their studies worldwide

The News analyzed the Office of International and Summer Programs’ data on Yale student experiences studying abroad.

March 27, 2025

ISOBEL MCCLURE & JERRY GAO
Education Department launches investigation into Yale’s partnership with diversity program

The announcement cites Yale’s partnership with The PhD Project — an organization which aims to bolster diversity amongst business school faculty — as a potential violation of the Feb. 14 “Dear Colleague” letter which ordered schools to end race-conscious programs.

March 16, 2025

ISOBEL MCCLURE
Yale releases FroCo decisions

Applicants to the first year counselor program were notified about admissions results on Friday afternoon as Yale begins preparations to welcome the class of 2029.

February 26, 2025