“I discovered the existence of The Butler Collegian’s Senior Sendoff three years ago, reading my brilliant opinion editor’s goodbye, ‘Katie Freeman cannot be stopped.’ Right then, I knew that I would be here, three years later, writing mine.”
Senior Sendoff: Saying goodbye to class of ’25
As the school year comes to an end, so does the senior Editorial Board members’ journey with The Butler Collegian. Multimedia Reporter Eliza West sits down with the soon-to-be graduates to reflect on their time at the Collegian.
Charges against associate athletic director dropped in women’s soccer lawsuit, some charges against university upheld
“In the ongoing sex abuse case filed by four current and former women’s soccer players, a court ruling on March 31 has dismissed charges of negligence against Butler University and all charges against Ralph Reiff, the senior associate athletic director for student-athlete health, performance and well-being.”
‘I have never felt so alone in my life’: students express concerns with Title IX turnover
“Since 2015, nine people have served as Butler University’s Title IX Coordinator or Interim Title IX Coordinator. During this time, the university has faced five lawsuits alleging — at least in part — mismanagement of the Title IX process.”
Third-year student Sam Fingard passes away
“Vice President for DEI and Student Affairs Dr. Khalilah Marbury announced the death of third-year student Sam Fingard following a fall from the parking garage on the afternoon of March 25, 2025.”
Title IX Coordinator departs Butler after one year in position
Swinford’s departure follows the exit of Title IX Coordinators Georgia Hensley in 2023, Maria Kanger in 2022 and Jamie Brennan in 2018. In the last decade, Butler University has seen eight different Title IX coordinators.
The Collegian Mini: 2/26/25
Try out the Collegian’s mini crossword.
Astrology with Aidan: Valentine’s Day 2025
“Regardless of your relationship status, monitoring the stars can provide direction as you navigate your love life. But, it has been super cloudy at night, so this year, we’re all just going to have to wing it.”
Sex abuse lawsuit against former athletic trainer on pause
“Former assistant athletic trainer Michael Howell filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, halting the claims by current and former women’s soccer players of sexual abuse he has faced since July 2023.”
Five things to know about Butler University sex abuse lawsuit
“The lawsuit filed by current and former women’s soccer players against former assistant athletic trainer Michael Howell, his former supervisor and current associate athletic director Ralph Reiff and Butler University continues into its third calendar year.”