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Mallory St. Claire

Current Age: 19
School: Carmel
I've been in Y-Press since 2005. Currently, I'm a managing editor, so look for me at storyboard! In my past Y-Press experience, I've attended a press conference with Mikhail Gorbachev and have interviewed the Crown Prince and Princess of Serbia. I'm a junior at Carmel High School, and I enjoy traveling, art, movies, and reading.

Interests: reading, writing, travel, art, movies

Hobbies: writing, volunteering, socializing
Favorite Color: blue
Favorite Book(s): Forever
Favorite Movie(s): Titanic, The Godfather, Casablanca, Ocean's 11-13
Favorite Food: sushi, macaroni
Favorite YPress Story: Dearborn project

Stories by Mallory

Politically energized youth, but will they vote
By Mallory St. Claire, 17

Throughout the presidential election season, Barack Obama has been cited for his success in energizing young people, engaging them in the civic process as never before. Across the country, youth who can’t even vote are turning out to work on the campaign trail or canvass for votes on college campuses with organizations such as Students for Barack Obama.

Democratic 2008 Convention
By Hrishikesh Deshpande, 13, Max Gabovitch, 15, Jonathan Gainer, 16, David Glass, 18, Mallory St. Claire, 17, Sarah Zabel, 15, Millie Cripe, 15, Jordan Denari, 17, Quinn Andrews, 14, Katie Bolinger, 18

Considering how important young people have been to this election cycle, it's not surprising that their journalistic peers have the same enthusiasm for covering it.

The immigrant vote
By Mallory St. Claire, 17, , , Pratik Cherian, 16, Max Gabovitch, 15

Pollsters and analysts love to identify voting blocs, using them to explain voting trends and to make projections. The Latino voting bloc has been repeatedly analyzed, often getting credit for swaying elections, such as the 2004 presidential contest in which incumbent George W. Bush defeated U.S. Sen. John Kerry.

Young political activist: Henderson, Nev.
By Mallory St. Claire, 17

Upon graduating from Coronado High School, Shaina Soloman will have more notches on her political belt than many adults. A highly motivated Democrat, Shaina has started a Young Democrats chapter, served as a caucus delegate, volunteered for numerous campaigns and is completing a paid internship with the state Democratic Party.

Young inner-city teens list community improvement and school safety as top concerns
By Michelle Hu, 16, Victoria Kreyden, 12, Noelle Sercer, 13, Jonathan Gainer, 15, Mallory St. Claire, 16, , , Warren Stokes, 17

As the political gambits of the 2008 campaigns kick into high gear, involvement by youth is higher than in any election. According to the Pew Research Center, overall youth turnout - voters ages 17 to 200 for the primaries has increased five percent from the 2004 election.

Local students learn it's not easy sledding
By Lauren Bruns, 14, Zoe Hayes, 16, Cassyetta Price, 15, Mallory St. Claire, 14

T he air was cool, but not cold, and the snow was slushy instead of pristine. Anchorage in early March felt a lot like Indianapolis to five students from Crestview Elementary, who were in Alaska for the start of the 2005 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Most of the students were prepared for the roar of the crowd as thousands of people cheered the 79 mushers and their dog teams as they moved their sl

Help from a royal couple
By Mallory St. Claire, 16, Shelby Helton, 16, Jonathan Gainer, 15

About 600,000 Serbian youth live in poverty, often without adequate health care or schooling, according to UNICEF. Thousands don't even have parents to love or shelter them: More than 7,500 live in orphanages with little chance of ever being adopted. Spurred by racism, Serbs and ethnic Albanians have been embroiled in conflict over control of the region for more than a century.

All work and some plays make dramatists a success
By , , Mallory St. Claire, 16, Caroline Ralston, 12, Rachel Gardner, 12

When 18-year-old playwright Kelly Lusk wrote his award-winning play "We, The Boys," he envisioned how he wanted his audience to react. But after it was staged at the Indiana Repertory Theatre, attendees had other ideas.

Dearborn project
By Mallory St. Claire, 16, Amber Carter, 18, Jeannette Greven, 18

Young U.S. Muslims struggle
By Mallory St. Claire, 16, Jeannette Greven, 18, Amber Carter, 18

DEARBORN, Mich. -- Zeinab Sleiman has faced modern teenage temptations, such as drinking and partying. What helps her keep her distance is the guidance set down by her Muslim upbringing. The 18-year-old graduated from Fordson High School, a public school here. Most students are Arab-Americans, and many are Muslims like Zeinab.

A window to culture
By Mallory St. Claire, 16, Jeannette Greven, 18

With the end of Ramadan and its daylight fasting this week, the timing may be perfect for a look inside the Arab world thriving less than a day from Indianapolis. A cultural center nestled in the southeastern part of Michigan, Dearborn provides a rare opportunity to glimpse a rich Muslim community.

Team plans unique reporting effort
By Mallory St. Claire, 15

The six Y-Press members who make up the Benin team are excited to tell a story about an African democracy whose future will depend upon people like them. Almost half of Benin's population is younger than 15, and none of the U.S. media heavyweights, including The New York Times and Newsweek, has written anything about it.

Children search for ways to cope with separation when parents are deployed
By Mallory St. Claire, 15

A 7-inch tall, red-white-and-blue-starred Beanie Baby may not seem precious, but for a little girl whose father is off fighting in Iraq, it was one of the few comforts available. She slept with the teddy bear, which her dad had given her, every night until he returned home.