b'GIVING MAKES IT POSSIBLEPLANNED GIVING 1902 LEADERSHIPGIVINGAt Franklin University, Making ItCIRCLE SCHOLARSHIPMAKES ITPossible is more than a marketingThe 1902 Leadership Circle Scholarship line, its what we do. As we continue to be a university committed tois awarded annually to undergraduate providing student-centric educational POSSIBLE opportunities, both now and in theand graduate students who make a positive contribution to the economic future, we rely upon the generosity ofand/or social good of their local alumni and friends for assistance. communities. Established in 2009, nearly $170,000 in scholarships have While there are multiple ways tobeen awarded through the 1902 support Franklins mission of providingfund. This competitive scholarship high-quality, relevant educationrequires students to write an essay Franklin alumni have always beenthat enables the broadest possiblecomparing their drive, tenacity and regarded as leaders in their fields,community of learners to achieve theirentrepreneurial spirit, to that of the making innovative contributions togoals and enrich the world, a plannedUniversitys namesake Benjamin their work places and communities,gift is uniquely tailored to assisting theFranklin. Donors to the 1902 with those contributions extending farneeds of todays adult learner and theLeadership Circle Scholarship make beyond new ideas and achievements.intentions of the donor. an annual contribution of $1,902 in They impact and help transform thetribute to the year Franklin University future of current students and theirBy establishing a planned gift, you notwas established. alma mater. only help prepare Franklin students for roles of leadership, service andThe most recent 1902 honorees are: A leader in adult education, Franklinprofessional accomplishments, University has grown to serve studentsyou also ensure your place in theKyle Fixboth in the United States and aroundUniversitys future and create anAudre Howard the globe. Through its Internationalenduring reminder of both yourSara KerscherInstitute for Innovative Instruction, thegenerosity and your belief in a FranklinKartina PearlUniversity is able to impact educationeducation. Furthermore, planned giftsMarchay Sledgefor even more students by designingallow us to strategically plan for the engaging and accelerated learningenhancement of existing programs and experiences for diverse learnerthe development of new educational populations. And we continue toopportunities for students across the provide every Franklin student with thecountry and around the world.same kind of real world education that has been our hallmark since 1902. All of this good work could only be done because of alumni like you! EXCELLENCE FUNDPlease consider providing even more opportunities and successes for future alumni by making a gift today. BecauseThe Franklin University Excellence Franklin is a nonprofit university,Fund is designed to help students by contributions are tax deductible andfunding much-needed scholarships that every penny given goes to support ourhelp ensure a high-quality academic students. No matter the size of yourexperience for Franklin students. gift, by working together, we can make a positive difference.Thank you for helping Franklin to continue our work as the Universityof Opportunity.24 Clocktower | Scholarships'