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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.

Treating worms, teaching screenwriting

To prove we're not [always] Franklin College centric, here is some other cool news from around UGA:

Treating animals for worms can be good, but also help spread infectious disease:

Parasitic worms, which infect millions of people and animals around the world, have been shown to… Read Article


Howe MLA Prize

Congratulations to English professor and novelist LeAnne Howe, who will receive the Modern Language Association of America Prize for Studies in Native American Literatures, Cultures and Languages this weekend:

Howe will receive the honor for her book, "Choctalking on Other Realities… Read Article


Campbell in the NYT

Renowned author, expert on narcissism, professor and head of the department of psychology Keith Campbell took the pages of the New York Times recently to discuss societal changes that might be impacting how young people enter, or don't enter, adulthood:

Certainly, many young people are… Read Article


Focus on the Faculty: Kecia Thomas

Great profile on our own associate dean for faculty leadership development and diversity, Kecia Thomas:

What are some highlights of your career at UGA?

I have been incredibly fortunate to have cultivated a career at UGA that has led to many articles, books, grants and awards. As a… Read Article


Study Abroad Fair Jan. 14

It's never too early to start planning your Study Abroad experience, whether for this year or next. What opportunities are out there? Well, let's visit the Study Abroad Fair Jan. 14 from noon-5 p.m. in the Tate Student Center and find out:

Students interested in studying abroad in the… Read Article