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Franklin College is a hub for research, scholarly achievement and global reach in the arts, humanities, and sciences. Its nationally known faculty are frequently recognized for their research impact, while fostering entrepreneurial thinking among their students that helps shape each student’s educational journey. Our students are known for their innovative and creative ambitions and pursue them to their fullest extent here at the College. Upon graduation, they join the Franklin network of more than 100,000 worldwide, who lead in their respective fields and frequently share their experiences and knowledge in the UGA classroom. Read more about our faculty, students, alumni, and initiatives in the College below.
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Charting a path to greater support through relationship science

Justin Lavner studies how evidence-based interventions can strengthen families and couples and improve everyday well-being. Over the course of his work, Lavner has become a leading voice in relationship science:

“I’ve always been interested in understanding why people are the way they are… Read Article

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Biomedical physiology unpacks the intersections of medicine and humanities – in Cortona

UGA Cortona began in 1970 with a friendship between sculptor and art professor emeritus John D. "Jack" Kehoe, the late founder of the university’s Cortona study abroad program, and the former mayor of Cortona. Today, UGA students study year-round in Athens’ sister city to practice art across… Read Article

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UGA marks seventh consecutive year of R&D growth

The upward trajectory of research and development expenditures at the University of Georgia continues with a record-high figure for FY25. 

The $654 million in related expenditures during fiscal year 2025, representing a 4.1% increase over the previous year, set a new set a research… Read Article

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Walker receives microbiology teaching award

Jennifer Walker received the Margaret Green Microbiology Teaching Award from the Southeastern Branch of the American Society for Microbiology. 

The Margaret Green Microbiology Teaching Award was established in 1986, presented annually to an individual who has rendered outstanding… Read Article

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UGA names national science policy leader as next VP for research

David B. Berkowitz, an accomplished research administrator and nationally recognized science policy leader, has been selected to serve as next vice president for research at University of Georgia.

Currently serving as assistant director of the U.S. National Science Foundation’s… Read Article