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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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Friday, March 13, 2026 - 2:07pm

Franklin College awards seed grants to stimulate multidisciplinary research and teaching

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences has awarded eight seed grants to support multidisciplinary research and teaching projects through its Rapid Interdisciplinary Proposal (RIP) and Innovation in Interdisciplinary Instruction (I-Cubed) programs and seven seed grants through its Research-… Read Article

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Thursday, March 12, 2026 - 3:55pm

Franklin faculty earn competitive 2026 UGA Presidential Seed Grants

By Joy Pope

Franklin faculty from departments across the college are collaborators on nine of the eleven projects awarded 2026 UGA Presidential Seed Grants. The seed grant program was designed to address areas that… Read Article

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 - 9:55am

UGA biochemist Lance Wells named prestigious 2026 ASBMB fellow

Franklin College biochemistry and molecular biology professor Lance Wells was appointed a 2026 Fellow of the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB).

In addition to his teaching, Wells serves as associate director of the Complex… Read Article

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 9:20am

Computer science professor harnesses AI to improve cybersecurity

Artificial intelligence is transforming cybersecurity, reshaping both cyberattacks and cyber defense. From AI-generated phishing emails and deepfakes to sophisticated malware, AI tools are making it easier for cybercriminals to access sensitive data. However, cyber defense is what has captured… Read Article

Friday, March 6, 2026 - 10:35am

Franklin alum DJ Shockley to give UGA’s spring commencement address

DJ Shockley, former UGA and Atlanta Falcons quarterback and Franklin alumnus, will usher graduates through their transition from students to alumni as this spring’s commencement speaker.

Shockley (AB Communication Studies '05) led the Bulldogs to… Read Article

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