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Claudia Ross is an educator, sociologist, community leader, and an up and coming philanthropist, who is passionate about supporting under-resourced youth and traveling. Claudia’s journey begins in South Bend, Indiana, where she was born and raised. After graduating from Washington High School, she went on to earn her B.A. in Political Science and Spanish while minoring in Criminal Justice and concentrating in Pre-Law at the University of Indianapolis. She then went on to obtain her M.A in Applied Sociology- Community Leadership, also at the University of Indianapolis.  It was there where she found her love for traveling.

 

In 2012, Claudia took advantage of her first opportunity to study abroad as a part of her Spanish program. She spent 4 months immersed in the culture of Seville, Spain at the International College of Seville. Between 2012 and 2014, Claudia has traveled to or lived in 16 countries. She credits her overseas experiences to helping her expand her mind, and experiences beyond the confines of her local community. She became more culturally aware and motivated to expose younger students to experiences that broaden their view of success.

 

Claudia has always desired to give back to the community. First in her hometown where she tutored elementary school students and developed activities for a local daycare center. Upon moving to Indianapolis her community involvement continued as she regularly volunteered at Dayspring Homeless Center. She was also the Service Learning Coordinator for 21st Century Scholars, where she organized community service activities for middle school students to reflect on their community service experiences.

 

Education

South Bend, Washington High School

Bachelor of Arts (Political Science and Spanish, Minor-Criminal Justice, Concentration-Pre-Law)

Master of Arts (Applied Sociology, Concentration-Community Leadership)