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Former banker and journalist William D. Cohan (left) and George Melloan (center) discuss the current financial crisis with John Krull, the director of the Pulliam School of Journalism on Monday in the Branigin Room as part of the college’s 175th Anniversary speaker series. The discussion was broadcast live on Franklin-based radio station, WFCI 89.5 FM.
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At a 175th anniversary lecture series event, speakers George Melloan and William Cohan shared their views on the current economic situation.
Franklin College's 175-year history is filled with different traditions. Archivist Ruth Dorrel said that traditions such as the privy burn help enrich the college's past and present.
Franklin College's 15 presidents each had their own unique accomplishments, and they left their mark on the campus.
The 'fall frolic,' now known as Homecoming, is gearing up for its 91st celebration. The Franklin takes a look back at the history of this time-honored tradition.
Lloyd A. Hunter
Former Franklin College professor Lloyd Hunter will speak as part of the 175th anniversary series about the college's longest-serving president.
Franklin College's 175 year history is full of bright leaders who went on to make a difference.
Jonathan Sprinkles, who was named National College Speaker of the Year in 2006, shared his leadership lessons with students on Tuesday.
As the second speaker in the 175th anniversary series, Jonathan Sprinkles shared his view of leadership and how to "L.I.V.E."
Since its opening 175 years ago, Franklin College has gone through many changes in appearance.
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The college has budgeted $65,000 for speakers in celebration of the 175th anniversary.
Greek organizations on campus date back to the 1800s, but before Greek life, literary clubs were popular.
Sen. Lugar addressing Franklin College
Sen. Richard Lugar spoke to Franklin College Sunday in celebration of the 175th anniversary. He expressed the severe need for education reform in Indiana and nationwide.
Despite a rough financial beginning that almost closed the institution down, Franklin College is celebrating its 175 birthday.
Sen. Richard Lugar
Sen. Richard Lugar will be speaking at the college on Sunday. It is anticipated that Lugar will comment on service and its value.
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