Franklin University Appoints Director of Suburban Locations

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Columbus, Ohio – Franklin University, one of the leading educators of working adults, is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Grove as Director of Suburban Locations.  With an extensive background in education and management, Grove’s employee-focus and charismatic personality will bring a renewed sense of purpose and community to the University’s three Central Ohio suburban locations.

As Director of Suburban Locations, Grove will have responsibility for Undergraduate and Graduate enrollment growth, relationship-building and partnership development with community corporations and organizations, team-development, and operational oversight of Franklin University’s suburban locations.

“I am excited to work for Franklin University and the suburban location staff members,” said Grove.  “I have a strong commitment to expanding educational opportunities for working adults and am dedicated to connecting Franklin and our students as a community.”

Grove most recently worked in the field of higher education for the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine and Pharmacy and for Malone College, and in software support and educational project leader for the State of Ohio and Lake Geauga Computer Association.  As a true philanthropist, Grove volunteers her time with a number of groups including the Alopecia Areata Foundation and the Akron Children's Hospital Tree Festival.

She earned a Master of Education Degree in Instructional Technology and an Associate of Business degree in Business and Technology from Kent State University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Management from Malone University.

About Franklin University
Founded in 1902, Franklin University is one of the leading and most experienced educators of adult students. Annually, more than 11,000 students attend Franklin, both at its Main Campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio, three Central Ohio locations, and at its newest location in Indianapolis, in addition to online. Franklin offers 30 undergraduate majors (including the new B.S. in Nursing (RN-BSN) Major available this Winter) as well as five graduate programs and graduates more than 1,500 students annually through its three academic colleges. The University’s MBA program is offered internationally through agreements with institutions in Europe and the Middle East. Further information regarding Franklin University can be found at www.franklin.edu.