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Franklin College is a hub for research, scholarly achievement and global reach in the arts, humanities, and sciences. Its nationally known faculty are frequently recognized for their research impact, while fostering entrepreneurial thinking among their students that helps shape each student’s educational journey. Our students are known for their innovative and creative ambitions and pursue them to their fullest extent here at the College. Upon graduation, they join the Franklin network of more than 100,000 worldwide, who lead in their respective fields and frequently share their experiences and knowledge in the UGA classroom. Read more about our faculty, students, alumni, and initiatives in the College below.

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This Signature lecture is one of the great spring events on campus commemorating our history, and a forward-looking discussion from an expert on public infrastructure is a timely reminder of our challenges and capabilities. Welocme to campus, Mr.… Read Article

An international collaboration dedicated to outreach activities aimed at encouraging participation of women and underrepresented groups in archaeological, geological, and palaeontological science, Trowelblazers has convened and participated in panels discussing women in science at the… Read Article

The need for graduates today to have international learning experiences – whether they are gained abroad or at home -- is clear and compelling. These experiences encourage critical and creative thinking; improve cross-cultural communication skills; and make students adept at living and working… Read Article

Our faculty and the university as a whole kick off the New Year with exemplary honors and awards. A few from the past month:

Andrea Sweigart, assistant professor of genetics, honored with Presidential Early Career Award

UGA marine scientists received a $1.3 million grant from the… Read Article

Franklin College faculty engage in public scholarship by offering comments, regular columns and sharing expertise across a variety of media. A sample from just this month:

Five big mysteries about CRISPR's origins, Distinguished Research Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology… Read Article