Experiential learning is at the heart of what happens at the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. Immersed in hands-on projects, research, and real-world applications, Franklin students don’t just major in their disciplines – they live them. Nivedha Natarajan’s undergraduate journey demonstrates the transformative power of this type of education.  On graduation day, Natarajan will deliver the student commencement address for UGA’s School…

This summer, Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, as part of its academic innovation and student success initiatives, inspired students to put their classroom knowledge into practice with experiential learning opportunities including internships. Sydney Michael, a fourth-year Ocean Science major, interned as an Animal Behaviorist at Island Dolphin Care in Key Largo, Fla., a place where ocean science meets compassion in the most inspiring way…