MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OFFICE OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS Sherry Mercurio, Ed.D. ’22 and M.S. ’05 Executive Director sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu Aaron Cassady, MBA ’24 and B.S. ’14 Director, Alumni Engagement and Development aaron.cassady@franklin.edu Nancy Smith Community Relations Coordinator, Alumni Relations nancy.smith2@franklin.edu CONTACT INFORMATION Office of Community Relations 201 S. Grant Ave. Columbus, OH 43215 614.947.6062 alumni@franklin.edu CLOCKTOWER CONTRIBUTORS Stacy Aichele Aaron Cassady Sherry Mercurio Jamie Roberty Tyne Zalesky UNIVERSITY LEADERSHIP David Decker, Ph.D. President Marv Briskey, DBA Senior Vice President, Chief Financial and Investment Officer Carl Brown, M.S. ’21 and B.S. ’12 Vice President, Campus Services Christi Cabungcal Chief of Staff and Senior Vice President, Administration Bill Chan, MBA ’07 Senior Vice President, Strategic Alliances Jonathan McCombs, Ph.D. Vice President, Academic Affairs Godfrey Mendes, Ph.D. Senior Vice President, Global Programs and Strategic Initiatives Lynne Rouzer, Ph.D. Senior Vice President, Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Rick Sunderman Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer “One Community. Infinite Journeys.” This theme reflects Franklin University’s spirit and captures our commitment to practical, accessible education. Our mission is to expand opportunities, support each student’s success, and prepare graduates to contribute to society. As you read through this issue, you will see how we empower our students to go far, not just by equipping them with knowledge, but by fostering a strong, supportive community that stays with them along the way. Franklin continues to innovate in response to changing workforce demands and societal needs. Our accredited nursing programs meet students where they are — providing flexible, high-quality learning experiences that allow working nurses to advance their education without disrupting their lives or careers. In the same spirit, the newly named H.K. & Eva James College of Education exemplifies our ongoing dedication to preparing educators through accessible pathways, such as online courses and our state-approved teacher apprenticeship program. By aligning our academic offerings with professional expectations and community needs, we strive to ensure that every graduate is both well-prepared and well-supported on their journey to success. None of this progress would be possible without the dedication and collaboration of our faculty, staff, partners and — most importantly — our alumni community. Your engagement, achievements and commitment to lifelong learning are central to our mission. By working together, we continue to create accessible pathways to success and ensure that the benefits of a Franklin education reach even more learners. As we look ahead, Franklin will continue to evolve and innovate — always with student success at the center of our purpose. Thank you for contributing to Franklin’s ongoing tradition of excellence and for helping to shape a brighter future for all. Best regards, Dr. David R. Decker | President
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