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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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Noted and Quoted, summer 2025

Throughout the summer quiet and into the busy fall, Franklin faculty expertise and research findings continues to resonate broadly across the global media.

A few of the many recent stores we've been following:

How it’s not about the place — it’s about the people – research lead by… Read Article
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Bridging Stage, Sciences, and Beyond

In our second story in this five-part series, we’re excited to showcase the value of experiential learning and talented success stories of our students featured in the first-ever Fine & Performing Arts Season Brochure, where all of the arts programming in the Franklin College… Read Article

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UGA's Shannon receives USG Hall of Fame Faculty Award

UGA faculty member Sarah Shannon was among three USG faculty honored with the Felton Jenkins, Jr. Hall of Fame Faculty Award at the University System of Georgia (USG) 21st annual Regents’ Scholarship Gala "The Sky's the Limit," which raised more than $4.5 million from generous sponsors… Read Article

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Sharmin Pathan — Innovating Healthcare Through Technology

In this seven-part series, we’re excited to highlight our 2025 Franklin alumni award winners—showcasing their accomplishments and providing some insights as we seek this year’s nominations. The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences Alumni Awards honor outstanding alumni across various… Read Article

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Study Abroad journal: Study at Oxford

The UGA at Oxford program has been in existence for over thirty years. One of the best established study abroad programs in Oxford and at UGA, it offers a vast array of courses in a wide range of disciplines – humanities, sciences, international affairs, business, communications, law and… Read Article