b'IN THIS ISSUE02 |ALUMNI GREETING04 |FRANKLIN NEWSTheres always so much to share! Here are the highlights of just a few of our most impactful initiatives. If you want to see more or stay up-to-date with the latest happenings at Franklin, check out franklin.edu/news06 |INNOVATION IN ACTIONDiscover how Franklin uses innovative thinking to bridge classroom learning to career application, as well as how the University keeps a high-quality degree in reach. 10|TRANSFORMATIONAL EXPERIENCESIn addition to marking a tremendous personal achievement, find out how Franklins doctoral programs provide the opportunity to innovate and lead.12|BOARD OF TRUSTEES NEWSMeet the officers of Franklins Board of Trustees.14|FRANKLIN FEATURESLearn how Josh Smith (B.S. Business Administration 02), Brian Pierson (M.S. in Business Psychology 14 + B.S. Organizational Leadership 10) and Dr. Sheree Johnson (DHA 23) use their Franklin degrees to drive progress and influence change.20 |ALUMNI AWARDSRead more about this years winners of the Alumni of the Year Award, Alumni Award for Social Impact and Alumni Award for Professional Excellence.22 |CENTER FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENTFind out four ways the Center for Career Development can add value to your career journey. 24 |FUELING INNOVATION THROUGH GENEROSITYExplore the various giving opportunities available to help keep current and future students on the path toward degree completion and increased professional opportunities.28 |STAYING CONNECTEDEvents and podcasts are great ways to stay connected to the Universityor continue to nurture your professional growth.'