IN THIS ISSUE
02	| 	ALUMNI GREETING
04	| 	FRANKLIN NEWS
There’s 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 current with the latest happenings 
at Franklin, check out franklin.edu/news
06	| 	ANSWERING THE NATION’S 
CALL FOR NURSES
Learn how Franklin meets the growing 
demand for skilled nurses with programs 
that align to our long-standing commitment 
to support working adults.
08	| 	SHAPING CLASSROOMS, 
COMMUNITIES + THE 
NEXT GENERATION
Find out how the programs in Franklin’s 
new H.K. & Eva James College of Education  
fit the needs of school districts, educators 
and communities.
10	 | 	HEALTHCARE HERO AWARDS
This annual recognition honors professionals 
whose leadership, innovation and service 
are shaping the future of healthcare.
11	 | 	IN MEMORIAM
Remembering Dr. Ray Forbes: 
Mentor. Scholar. Leader.
12	 | 	ONE COMMUNITY. 
INFINITE JOURNEYS.
Rooted in Columbus, the Franklin experience 
has created momentum that can be felt from 
coast to coast and around the world.
14	 | 	FRANKLIN FEATURES
Discover how David Hoy (B.S. Computer 
Management ’86), Stacy McGranor (M.S. 
in Business Psychology ’19 + MBA ’05) 
and Jennifer Lame (Ed.D. in Organizational 
Behavior ’26) use their skills to improve 
experiences for job seekers, sports fans 
and community college students. 
20	| 	ALUMNI AWARDS
Read more about this year’s winners 
of the Alumni of the Year Award, Alumni 
Award for Social Impact and Alumni Award 
for Professional Excellence.
22	 | 	CENTER FOR CAREER 
DEVELOPMENT
Meet Theo: Your AI Career Assistant.
24	| 	OUR COMMUNITY. THEIR JOURNEY. 
YOUR SUPPORT.
Explore the various giving opportunities 
available to help keep current and future 
students on the path toward degree 
completion and increased professional 
opportunities.
28	 | 	STAYING CONNECTED
Events and podcasts are great ways to stay 
connected to the University – or continue 
to nurture your professional growth.

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