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Franklin University is focused on promoting the value of our adult-centered education and to raise community awareness of our initiatives to local, regional and national media.
Reflected in Franklin's news stories is our vigilant awareness of the needs of business and industry, as well as our ongoing community involvement in central Ohio. Additionally, Franklin's partnership with more than 260 community colleges in 32 states through the Community College Alliance generates news items of interest in communities across the country.
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Franklin University Hosts Undergraduate Open House
Released February 17, 2012
Franklin University will host an evening designed to give potential learners the opportunity to learn about Franklin’s Undergraduate Majors. Franklin staff and faculty will be on hand to provide information on curriculum, schedules, and course requirements, as well as what it means to be a Franklin student.
Franklin University Announces Expansion of PromoWest Partnership
Released February 15, 2012
Franklin University is pleased to announce it is continuing its partnership with PromoWest for an additional two year period to include the 2012-2013 concert series. The relationship, started in 2010, provides the University with an exceptional opportunity to expose a diverse audience to the University.
Franklin University Sponsors Last Chance for the Boston
Released February 10, 2012
Franklin University, one of the leading educators of working adults, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the Last Chance for the Boston race on Sunday, February 26 in Dublin, Ohio.
Polish Delegation to Attend International Innovations in Education Forum
Released February 09, 2012
Franklin University is pleased to announce the Feb. 13 visit of academic officials from TEB Akademia (TEB) in Poland for the International Innovations in Education Forum. The week-long program sponsored by Franklin University focuses on the exchange of ideas surrounding curriculum design, teaching effectiveness and student services in higher education.
Franklin University MBA Cohort to Begin in Macedonia
Released February 08, 2012
Franklin University and the University St. Kliment Ohridski-Bitola (UKLO) are pleased to announce the start of the first Franklin MBA cohort in classes held in Macedonia. In addition to being the first Franklin MBA cohort at UKLO, this MBA program holds the distinction of being the first American MBA offered in Macedonia.
Franklin University Launches International Subsequent Degree Program
Released February 06, 2012
Franklin University is proud to announce the start of its international Business Administration (BSAD) Subsequent Degree program, providing further access to educational opportunities for a global audience of students.
Franklin University Announces NASPAA Membership
Released February 01, 2012
Franklin University, one of the leading educators of working adults, is pleased to announce it has been accepted for membership in the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA).
Franklin MBA Now Available in Delaware
Released February 01, 2012
Franklin University is pleased to announce the addition of its MBA Program to students through its Delaware location beginning this September. Recent approval by the Ohio Board of Regents to offer the MBA program at its Delaware location expands Franklin University’s ability to provide educational access to students in Delaware, Ohio.
Franklin Computer Science Student Earns IBM Distinction
Released January 25, 2012
Franklin University is pleased to announce Christopher Simons, a student in the Computer Science Major, successfully completed Part 2 of the distinguished 2011 IBM Master the Mainframe contest. Fewer than 10% of the students, who entered this year’s contest, achieved Part 2 completion distinction.
Franklin University of Ohio Offers New R.N. to B.S.N. Major Online
Released January 23, 2012
Franklin University of Ohio, a leading educator of working adults, is pleased to announce it has received approval from the Indiana Commission on Proprietary Education (ICOPE) to offer its new B.S. in Nursing (RN to BSN) Major to its College of Health & Public Administration online offerings.
Franklin University MBA Cohort to Begin in Oman
Released January 22, 2012
Franklin University and the Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS) are pleased to announce the start of the first Franklin MBA cohort beginning in January.
Choose Ohio First Scholarship
Released January 18, 2012
Franklin University is pleased to announce it has been selected to participate in the Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program, providing additional financial access to educational opportunities for students in the University’s Management Information Sciences and Computer Science majors.
Fall 2011 Bailey Award Winners Announced
Released January 09, 2012
Franklin University celebrated its 139th Commencement in a ceremony held Sunday, January 8, 2012. Along with honoring the graduates, Franklin also recognized Jon Signoracci and Ted Jones from its faculty as recipients of the distinguished Robert L. Bailey Teaching Award.
Fall 2011 Commencement
Released January 04, 2012
Franklin University, one of the leading educators of working adults, will hold its 139th Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, January 8, 2012, during which nearly 700 degree candidates will receive their diplomas at Veterans Memorial Auditorium.
Franklin University Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Grant Avenue Building
Released October 24, 2011
On Friday, Oct. 21, Franklin University hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open its new Grant Avenue building. President David Decker, Board of Trustees Chair Gary James, Trustee members and other University leadership were joined by Franklin County Commissioner Paula Brooks, City of Columbus Councilmember Troy Miller, as well as area business and industry leaders.
Franklin University Board of Trustees Elect Two New Trustee Members
Released October 21, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce the election of Pam Springer and Ted Ford as new Board members. Both new members were recommended by the Board Nominating Committee during its October meeting.
Franklin University and HRACO Partner
Released October 20, 2011
Franklin University is proud to announce its partnership with the Human Resources Association of Central Ohio (HRACO) to provide Franklin University students and alumni with a new resume review program.
Best in Business
Released October 14, 2011
Franklin University is proud to announce it has been named the Best in Business for Online education winner in this year’s Columbus C.E.O. magazine reader survey. This honor adds validation to the University’s long-standing reputation for providing access to quality education.
Franklin University Unveils New Safety and Security Suite
Released October 03, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce the unveiling of its new Safety and Security suite. The first of its kind at Franklin, the new suite provides a centralized point of improved operations for the University’s core safety and security functions.
Franklin University Presents "Mastering Information Overload" Workshop
Released September 30, 2011
Franklin University's Center for Professional Training & Development will host a day-long workshop on Thursday, October 13, designed to help participants master information overload.
Franklin University Celebrates Another First
Released September 29, 2011
On Saturday, Oct. 1 Franklin University will hold a commencement ceremony in Wroclaw, Poland, to celebrate the graduation of its first international MBA cohort. The graduating cohort consists of 27 students who completed the Franklin MBA through classes taught at the Wroclaw School of Banking (WSB) in Wroclaw, Poland.
Franklin University Hosts Graduate Programs Open House
Released September 28, 2011
Franklin University will host an evening designed to give potential learners the opportunity to position themselves for success by learning about Franklin’s Graduate Programs. Franklin staff and faculty members will be on hand to provide information on curriculum, schedules, and course requirements, as well as what it means to be a Franklin student. Attendees will learn about the University’s five Graduate Programs – each available on campus and online.
Globalization of Healthcare: Medical Tourism Panel Discussion
Released September 22, 2011
Franklin University will partner with the American College of Healthcare Executives to host a panel discussion on the changing dynamics of healthcare.
Franklin University Presents PHR/SPHR Certification Online Prep Course
Released September 21, 2011
Franklin University’s Center for Professional Training & Development will host an 8-week online course, offered jointly with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed for both the PHR and SPHR exams.
Franklin University Unveils Two New Statues in Student Statue Series
Released September 20, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce the unveiling of its two newest “Students of Franklin” statues dedicated to the diversity of the University’s student population. The statues are meant to provide a very real connection for Franklin’s on-campus students to University alumni and to those students who share their classes with students from other states and around the globe.
Franklin University Announces New B.S. in Nursing (RN-BSN) Major
Released September 16, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce the addition of its new B.S. in Nursing (RN to BSN) Major to its College of Health & Public Adminstration online offerings beginning in Winter 2012. The online degree completion program offers registered nurses* an efficient way to enhance their ability to provide quality patient care and concurrently strengthen their value in the fast-growing nursing profession.
I-71/670 September Highway Construction Changes
Released September 16, 2011
Franklin University, a leading educator of working adults, would like to advise those travelling to its Main Campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio that first round ramp/exit closures associated with the Columbus Crossroads highway project are scheduled to begin Saturday, Sept. 17.
Franklin University Alumnus Nominated for 2011 Peruvian Pride Award
Released September 15, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce Patricio Plazolles, a Franklin MBA alumnus, has been nominated for the “2011 Peruvian Pride” award. The contest, which recognizes Peruvians who strengthen the image of Peru through their achievements in other countries, is sponsored by the Peruvian Department of Foreign Affairs and the Commission of the Congress of Foreign Affairs.
2011 Summer Robert L. Bailey Award Recipients Named
Released September 13, 2011
Franklin University celebrated its 138th Commencement in a ceremony held Sunday, September 11, 2011. Along with honoring the graduates, Franklin also recognized Robert Sievers and Roger Engle from its faculty as recipients of the distinguished Robert L. Bailey Teaching Award.
Summer 2011 Commencement to be Held September 11, 2011
Released September 08, 2011
Franklin University, one of the leading educators of working adults, will hold its 137th Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 8, 2011, during which more than 750 degree candidates will receive their diplomas at Veterans Memorial Auditorium.
Franklin University CFO Named Finalist
Released August 08, 2011
Franklin University is proud to announce Marv Briskey, Chief Financial Officer, has been named a finalist in this year’s Columbus Business First CFO of the Year program. The annual program honors financial professionals in Central Ohio for outstanding performance in their roles as financial stewards at profit-making and nonprofit enterprises.
Franklin’s First Polish MBA Students Win GLO-BUS Competition
Released August 04, 2011
Franklin University is proud to announce a team of its MBA students have won this year’s GLO-BUS competition. The team, comprised of students from Franklin’s first MBA cohort from the Wroclaw School of Banking in Poland, finished first out of 491 teams from 51 colleges and universities.
Evolutionary Computation Offers Flexibility, Insight
Released August 02, 2011
A Franklin University professor recently developed an evolutionary computation approach that offers researchers the flexibility to search for models that can best explain experimental data derived from many types of applications, including economics.
PPG donates $5,000 to Franklin University on behalf of Delaware plant
Released July 28, 2011
The PPG Industries Foundation has donated $5,000 to Franklin University for its Student Success Coaching program. The program is designed to help increase success for university students, who are working adults in Central Ohio.
Franklin University Appoints MCM Program Chair
Released July 27, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. JoAnna Williamson as Program Chair of the Master of Science in Marketing & Communication (MCM) Program. Her more than 30 years of professional experience in the corporate, non-profit, and entrepreneurial sectors, joined with her academic experience provide the perfect complement to the University’s theory to practice approach to curriculum development.
Dean of Students Appointed
Released July 25, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. William Molasso as Dean of Students. His experience in curriculum development, leadership training, residential coordination, student advising, community relations, and various other student-affairs functions provides an excellent platform to continue the University’s commitment to supporting student success.
Franklin University Appoints Director of Education Alliances
Released July 22, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kathleen Herrmann as Director of Education Alliances. Dr. Herrmann is an experienced professional who will provide a renewed sense of energy and commitment toward establishing and maintaining the numerous relationships the University holds with its various educational partners.
Franklin University Appoints Rick Sunderman Chief Information Officer
Released July 14, 2011
Franklin Universityis pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Sunderman to the position of Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the University. This new appointment will allow Sunderman to set strategy to align Franklin’s mission of serving its students with its goal of leading the academic community as a technology innovator.
Franklin University Appoints Director of Suburban Locations
Released July 07, 2011
Franklin University is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Grove as Director of Suburban Locations. Grove brings to Franklin an extensive background in education and management.
Franklin University Enters into Partnership with Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Released June 02, 2011
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College has entered into an agreement with Franklin University to offer students the opportunity to earn bachelor’s degrees by combining on-campus courses at Pennsylvania Highlands with online courses through Franklin.
Forty Tips for Success Free Panel Speaker Event
Released May 18, 2011
Franklin University congratulates its newest alumni members recognized in this year’s Business First “Forty Under 40” list. As part of this celebration Franklin will bring together current “Forty Under 40” honorees to share their 40 Tips for Success in a free panel discussion on Tuesday, June 7.
Franklin University Vice President Selected to Present to U.S. Department of Education
Released May 18, 2011
Franklin University is proud to announce Evelyn Levino, Vice President, Institutional Compliance & Government Relations has been accepted to provide testimony to the U.S. Department of Education at the Higher Education Round Table 2011. The Round Table will be held at Loyola University and will serve as the preliminary step to inform policy for the next level of negotiated rule making by the DOE.
Franklin University Student Awarded Ohio CPA Scholarship
Released May 17, 2011
Franklin University congratulates Raed Yaish, a current student in Franklin’s Accounting and Financial Management majors, for being named an Ohio CPA Foundation Scholarship Day winner during this year’s annual Scholarship Day event.
Franklin University Board of Trustees Chairman Named Award Finalist
Released May 17, 2011
Franklin University wishes to congratulate Gary James, Chairman of its Board of Trustees for being named a finalist in the 2011 Ernst & Young South Central Ohio & Kentucky Entrepreneur Of The Year award.
Franklin University Presents its 12th Annual Community College Alliance Leadership Award
Released May 12, 2011
On Thursday, May 12, 2011, in a brief ceremony Robert Morris, Assistant Director of the Franklin University Community College Alliance presented Dr. John O’Donnell, President of Stark State College, with the Franklin Community College Alliance Leadership Award.
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