b'MESSAGEFranklin Universitys reputation was built on our ability to serve the unique needs of adult learners. Over the past 12 months, as the world experienced a historic level of disruption, we stayed focusedIN THIS2|ALUMNI GREETINGFROM THEon meeting the needs of our students under the rapidly changing circumstances of their lives. These circumstances called for a new way of interacting with students and conducting business. TheISSUE4|FRANKLIN NEWSPRESIDENTabrupt move to the virtual environment for work, learning and social interaction blurred existing boundaries and revealed challenges and opportunities that may have otherwise remained hidden.Theres always so much to share! Here are the highlights of just a few of our most recent initiatives. If you want to While other institutions struggled with the transition, the expertise that earned Franklin thesee more or stay up-to-date with the latest happenings at distinction as Ohios #1 nonprofit university for online degrees enabled our students to seamlesslyFranklin, check out franklin.edu/newscontinue on their educational journey. Our financial aid team put processes into place to ensure available federal funding was dispersed in a timely and efficient manner. Our faculty and staff stayed connected to students, seeing firsthand how the pandemic adversely impacted8|BOARD OF TRUSTEESstudents financially. Franklin created its own Stimulus Bill, with unprecedented levels ofMeet the Boards officers and new members. faculty and staff donations to the Make It Possible Fund to support students in need. In this issue of Clocktower, youll see how constructively our alumni use their talents10 |FRANKLIN FEATURESto open doors to resources and opportunities, provide public health leadership and administer one-on-one patient care. Youll also gain insight into how theWere all in this together. See how Angel Harris (DBA University is adapting our education model to fit the changing needs of 21), Bruce Vanderhoff (MBA 06) and Yanil Rodriguezlearners and organizations through partnerships and centers of excellence.(MSN-FNP 21) demonstrate how one person can makea difference in the lives of many. I hope, as you read these pages, that you will feel the same senseof pride that I do for all that Franklin University and our 50,000alumni are doing to help others overcome barriers and 12|CENTER FOR CAREER achieve success. DEVELOPMENT MyCareer powered by GradLeaders expands career Best regards, resources provided to alumni.14 |ALUMNI COUNCIL ANDDr. David R. Decker|President NEW ALUMNI AWARDS Meet the members of Franklins new Alumni Counciland learn about the new ways were recognizingalumni achievements.UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP CLOCKTOWER CONTRIBUTORS 18 |STAYING CONNECTEDDavid Decker, Ph.D.Godfrey Mendes, Ph.D. Events and podcasts are great ways to stay connectedPresident Senior Vice President, Global Stacy Aichele to the Universityor continue to nurture your Marv Briskey, DBAPrograms and Strategic Initiatives professional growth.Senior Vice President and Linda Steele Aaron Cassady Chief Financial Officer Vice President, Marketing James McKee 20 |CHANGING EDUCATION MODELSChristi Cabungcal Rick Sunderman Sherry Mercurio Chief of Staff and Senior ViceSenior Vice President and Jamie Roberty In todays dynamic workplaces, learning is a lifelong President, Administration Chief Information Officer endeavor. Learn how Franklin is expanding our offerings Bill Chan Christopher Washington, Ph.D.Tyne Zaleskyto meet the needs and expectations of our students, our Vice President, Strategic Alliances Provost and Executive Vicepartners and the community at large. Lynne Hull, Ph.D. President, Academic AffairsVice President, Student Affairs CONTACT28 |SCHOLARSHIPS: GIVINGand Enrollment Management INFORMATION THE GIFT OF EDUCATION Office of Community Relations Scholarships make a college degree more accessible. OFFICE OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS 201 S. Grant Ave. Learn more about the giving opportunities that existColumbus, OH 43215to assist current and future students. Sherry Mercurio Aaron CassadyExecutive DirectorAlumni Engagement Coordinator614.947.6062 sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu aaron.cassady@franklin.edu alumni@franklin.edu'