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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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Inaugural UGA ASA DataFest 2026 showcases the next generation of data science talent

Sponsored by the American Statistical Association (ASA), the inaugural UGA ASA DataFest 2026 was held April 10–12 and hosted by the University of Georgia’s Department of Statistics in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. The event brought together a diverse group of student data scientists… Read Article

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Hands-on and fearless: How Macie Phillips found her place in marine science

For Macie Phillips, choosing the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Georgia felt like destiny. As the youngest of four siblings who graduated from UGA, she was ready to complete the family tradition. But it was the university’s marine science program that truly sealed the… Read Article

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UGA School of Computing research day underscores growing ties between AI and health care

“As UGA continues to grow its efforts in health-related fields, the integration of computing, engineering, AI, and biomedical research will be essential; I believe the future of healthcare depends on it," said College of Engineering Dean Alex Orso in his opening remarks at UGA's School of… Read Article

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Franklin senior builds global academic path to Marshall Scholarship

At Franklin, the ampersand reflects how students connect opportunities and build experience beyond the classroom

Senior Finn Walsh has done just that during her four years at Franklin. A 2026 Marshall Scholar, she will graduate in May with a degree in genetics and a minor in Spanish. The… Read Article

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Addicted to philosophy: how one Franklin senior is using philosophy to make an impact

For Lauren Scaffidi, philosophy has grown into a lifelong passion that her family affectionately calls a “philosophy addiction.” As she prepares to graduate with degrees in philosophy from the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences and political science from the School of Public and International… Read Article

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