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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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Power in Purpose: Genetics major Shriya Garg helps others through health policy

Shriya Garg’s passion comes from the power of personal experience.

The third-year University of Georgia student grew up as the daughter of two physician parents in rural Georgia. She knew friends and neighbors who struggled to navigate the healthcare system.

“I have seen what it’s… Read Article

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Franklin statistics faculty earn recognition, appointments, and research support

Faculty in the Department of Statistics at the University of Georgia's Franklin College of Arts and Sciences continue to earn recognition for their scholarship, leadership, and research.

Professor Lynne Billard has been honored by the AI Institute at the University of New South Wales in… Read Article

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Franklin alumna Madeline Schellman has brains and brawn

For undefeated mixed martial arts fighter Madeline Schellman, winning in the ring isn’t just about throwing punches and landing kicks. It’s an equation.

“Fighting requires very complex thinking and problem solving, and I feel my brain working the same way it does with math,” says… Read Article

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Fostering the spirit of ideation and collaboration

UGA and Rowen partnerships connect students and industry professionals for innovative research

Amere 39 miles down University Parkway from the University of Georgia lies Rowen, the state’s largest knowledge community. Rowen boasts 2,000 acres of land on the eastern edge of… Read Article

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More than monuments: Christian Langer uncovers the Egypt that time forgot

Christian Langer has been fascinated with ancient Egypt since he was 3 years old. His parents read to him all manner of books cultural and scientific, and as time went on, he became captivated by stories of millennia-old pharaohs and mummies.

So when he decided to study Egyptology in… Read Article

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