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A successor to our print magazine, The Franklin Chronicles, this blog allows us to continue to communicate the importance of the arts and sciences to an expanded audience through a variety of means – articles and announcements, video, news and opinion – to pick up the conversation of why the arts, humanities and sciences matter so much at this juncture in the history of our university, our nation and the world. Read more

Franklin’s 2025 Homecoming tailgate is a win-win

There were wins both on and off the field Oct. 4 as Franklin College of Arts and Sciences turned up the spirit at this year’s Homecoming Tailgate, held on the New College Lawn. Alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends gathered for a celebration that was nothing short of electric. Even… Read Article

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Collective experience strengthens social ties

Coincidental convergence aside - a Friday on campus, a getaway day for a big game away – new research from University of Georgia psychology suggests attending live events can combat loneliness and build social connections, particularly if those events are in person.

Led by Franklin… Read Article

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Lecture details how research and innovation reach global heights through Horizon Europe

As research drives innovation around the globe and its ever-changing political, social and economic landscape, the power of collaboration fuels visionary breakthroughs for the most complex challenges.  

Building on Franklin’s commitment to Academic Innovation, the college… Read Article

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Therapeutics Discovery Area of Emphasis approved for life sciences master’s degree

The UGA Franklin College of Arts and Sciences Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology has developed a new Area of Emphasis in Therapeutics Discovery under the major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (M.S., Non-Thesis) as a paradigm for increased partnerships between the University… Read Article

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A place at the table

UGA researchers from across campus are deeply engaged in food systems and agricultural sustainability issues around town and around the globe. UGA Research Communications offers an updated look at the social connections that provide the foundation for a wide variety of efforts to support a… Read Article