The Parent Connection - Franklin College

The Parent Connection
Student Affairs Parent Newsletter
Vol. 11 No. 2 November 2013
The holidays are almost here, an exciting but stressful time for most college students. Many are looking
forward to getting home for Thanksgiving and shortly thereafter, the Christmas break. Many eagerly anticipate
a break from studies, holiday shopping, and quality time with family and friends. But many are
stressed about getting through exams and papers, what their grades for the semester will be, fulfilling expectations
of their parents, and getting everything that they need to get done before Christmas besides their
academics. As parents and other family, give them support and encouragement to do their best. Make sure
they know you love them regardless of how good or bad their grades are. Welcome them home with
love and patience.
Please make note of the Thanksgiving and holiday breaks - when the halls close and reopen (page
2). Students are expected to leave campus during these breaks, unless sponsored college activities require
them to stay on campus. If you have any questions about residence hall closings, contact the director
of residence life, Jacob Knight.
Students should be registered for classes for winter term and spring semester. If your student
is experiencing a problem with getting registered, please contact me.
Best wishes for joyous and relaxing holidays ahead.
E. F. Hall III
Dean of Students
Inside this issue:
From Parents to Parents 2
Residence Life 3
Counseling Center 3
New Student Programs 4-5
Security 6
Health Services 6
Wellness 7
Religious Life 8
Diversity and Inclusion 8
MLK Day of Service 9
Career Corner 10
Survival Kit Order Form 11
Dining Services 12-13
Intl. & Off Campus Study 14
Upcoming Events 14
Contact Student Affairs 15

Greetings From the New President of the
Parent Advisory Council
It is with great pleasure that I begin my term as President of the Parent Association
Advisory Council. I would like to thank Dan Sichting for his leadership
as my predecessor, and I look forward to his guidance in future. I graduated
from Franklin College in 1990, and my daughter, Kasandra (Kasi), is a
sophomore at Franklin. I live in Columbus, IN along with my wife Charlotte
and three younger children. I work for Cummins, Inc. Franklin has
always been a special place to me, and I look forward to helping guide the
Advisory Council to represent the families of Franklin students.
The Parents Association Advisory Council serves as the governing body of the Parent Association, with the purpose of
serving as the means of communication between parents/families of students and the college. The Advisory Council
sponsors multiple events each year that have the purpose of helping improve parents’ understanding of services and programs
that are available to help them and their students adjust to the Franklin College community, and also give guidance
on how to acquire information when needed.
Along with events and information sessions for parents and families, one of the ways that we as an association give back
to the college is through supporting a Parent Association Scholarship. In the first quarter of 2014, a fellow Advisory
Council member or I will be calling you to ask for your financial support. I would ask that you please consider donating.
Any amount of money, small or large, will help the student(s) selected.
In closing, I wish you and your families a joyful holiday season and safe travels!! If you have any questions, please do
not hesitate to email me, and I will do my best to answer your questions or direct you to the appropriate person.
Sincerely,
John Prohaska
President of Parent Advisory Council
Franklin College
What Franklin College Means to Me -
Monique Eckert - Parent Advisory Council Member
Franklin College is the right choice for my son, who is currently a freshman. After his acceptance letters were in, we
prayed as a family and FC was the answer. FC is a small college with a staff that makes a personal connection with each
student. That is a great comfort as a parent. Franklin College is in a great location, too. My child commutes and works
full time off campus. FC allows him the flexibility to be able to do that.
We love the atmosphere at FC, but more importantly, my child enjoys his classes, professors, and all the people he has
encountered at FC. He is very active and involved in campus life, even though he commutes. We feel he is getting a
solid education with the personal attention that a student needs to pursue his dreams and succeed in life after college.
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Residence Life:
“Building Strong Communities, One Resident at a Time”
RA SELECTION PROCESS FOR 2014-2015
We are looking for amazing student leaders! The Department of Residence Life has begun the RA Selection process
for the 2014-2015 academic year. The resident assistant position is one of the most rewarding leadership opportunities
available for students at Franklin College. Questions can be directed to Melissa Harvey
(mharvey1@franklincollege.edu), the RA Selection Chair, or Jacob Knight (jknight@franklincollege.edu), the Director
of Residence Life.
Basic responsibilities for the RA position include:
Being a positive role model
Being available to residents
Planning monthly programs
Being a responsive listener and referral agent
Balancing the responsibilities of the position with academic obligations
Fulfilling required administrative tasks and responsibilities
Maintaining a 2.5 semester GPA, 2.5 cumulative GPA, and good judicial standing status
CLOSING INFORMATION FOR RESIDENCE HALLS AND CAMPUS HOMES
If there are special circumstances in which students need to remain on campus over a break period, they need to contact
the Director of Residence Life. It is each student's responsibility to make arrangements to leave campus or request
permission to stay during vacation periods. There is a fee assessed to stay over break if a student is not approved for
an academic or official athletic obligation. Requests to remain on campus, or any questions regarding this, should be
directed to the director of Residence Life.
Thanksgiving Break Closing Information:
The residence halls will close for Thanksgiving break on Tuesday, November 26 at 5:00 p.m. The residence halls
will re-open on Sunday, December 1 at 2:00 p.m. Break closing requests to remain on campus during
Thanksgiving break are due by Friday, November 22.
Holiday Break Closing Information:
The residence halls will close for the holiday break on Thursday, December 12 at 5:00 p.m. and will re-open for
winter term on Sunday, January 5 at Noon. Break closing requests to remain on campus for the holiday break are
due by Friday, December 6. Students must be enrolled in a winter term course/internship or receive permission from
the Director of Residence Life in order to remain on-campus during winter term. Any questions should be directed to
the Director of Residence Life.
WINTER TERM AND SPRING SEMESTER PREPARATIONS
Winter term and spring semester are approaching quickly, and current residents are required to communicate their
plans to Residence Life. Residents received Intent Forms at the end of October and have until November 8 to communicate
whether they plan to be on campus for winter term. They were also given an opportunity to request a room
change for winter term or spring semester. Students who do not have a roommate or those who have roommates not
returning to campus next semester should review the College’s policies, located in the student handbook, on room and
roommate changes. If you have questions about this process, please contact the Director of Residence Life.
Counseling Center Offers Help During a Stressful Time of Year
The Counseling Center welcomes all students who need support through counseling services. The Counseling Center
is open Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The professional staff, John R. Shafer, director, and Rebecca Roberts, counselor, are available by directly emailing
jshafer@franklincollege.edu or rroberts1@franklincollege.edu.
In addition to providing counseling to students on a variety of issues, the counseling staff conducts workshops and
training on campus for student groups and in the residence halls. All counseling appointments are completely confidential.
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New Student Leadership Seminars Provide Service to the Community
A component of new students’ LA 100: New Student Leadership Seminar course is finding, planning, and completing a
service project in our community. New students consistently report the service project as being the highlight of their
seminar course. Some projects students have completed:
Psychology Professor Dr. Jamie Bromley and New Student Mentor Erin Moll’s class sponsored a fall-themed dance
at the Active Adult Center in Franklin. The students interacted with the adults through card games, corn hole, and a
photo booth. Students will frame the photos and deliver them to the adults.
Professor of English Dr. Susan Crisafulli, Professor of Religion James Alexander, and New Student Mentor Austin
Netherton’s class assisted the local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) with their preparation for Veterans Day. Students
cleaned and decorated the meeting hall. They lightened the workload for the small staff. The college also donated
Veterans Day t-shirts to the hall for the staff to hand out on Veterans Day.
College Counselor Becky Roberts and New Student Mentor Nick Sanders’s
class volunteered their time at Morning Pointe; a retirement home in
Franklin. Students played chair volleyball, painted nails, and organized
several bingo games for the residents. Later this semester, College Counselor
Dr. John Shafer and New Student Mentor Deron Molen’s class will
return to Morning Pointe to perform general housekeeping and maintenance
tasks. The students will also interact with the residents before they
return to campus.
Professor of Education Dr. Connie Ables-Rigsbee and New Student Mentor
Corey Mills’s class opted to help with the Homecroft Elementary
Math and Lit night. Students arrived early to help the school staff set up
stations. Then, the students stayed and worked the stations during the
festival.
Service Learning Coordinator Doug Grant and New Student Mentor Conner
McNeely’s class chose to assist the Boys and Girls Club with their
annual Halloween party. Students bought supplies to donate to the project
and worked several activity stations. New student Solomon Knight
(right) is painting this child’s face and simultaneously making this child’s
day.
Professor of Music Dr. Casey Hayes and New Student Mentor Emma Peavey’s class organized a lock-in from 8 pm
to 8 am at the local Boys and Girls Club. Our students interacted with the children through various activities. The
activities ranged from physical activities such as volleyball, basketball, football, and jump rope to more creative activities
like crafts and theatre games. The students worked three to six hour shifts throughout the night and acted as
“buddies” and role models to the children.
Professor of Education Dr. Karen Burgard and New Student Mentor Kristin Davis’s class chose to partner with FC
Organization College Mentors for Kids to plan an on-campus activity for elementary-aged children. Our students
designed and operated various creative stations where the children completed a variety of activities. The activities
included decorating small pumpkins, decorating a “trick or treat” paper sack, decorating a Halloween mask, playing
Halloween bingo, decorating a clip art haunted house picture, and playing musical chairs to the tune of Monster
Mash.
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Dean of Students Ellis Hall and New Student Mentor Larry Esquivel’s class volunteered at Operation Bundle Up
in Franklin. The students assisted adults and children in our community by helping them select a coat for this winter.
Professors of Mathematics Dr. John Boardman and Dr. Justin Gash along with New Student Mentor Meredith
Jones took their class to the Humane Society of Johnson County, where they volunteered to clean up and organize
the facility. There are very few employees at the Humane Society, so volunteer work is always a great gift for the
staff and for the pets.
Professor of Education Dr. Linda Airey and New Student Mentor Michael Icenogle’s class shopped for, cooked, and served
breakfast to the FC faculty and staff who volunteered for the Habitat for Humanity Women’s Build. The team met at the
build site at 7:00 am and set up breakfast. The students wore aprons and chef’s hats, and graciously opened the day with an
invocation.
Professor of English Dr. Carl Jenkinson and New Student Mentor Coordinator Shanice Myers’s class partnered with community
member Marybeth Piland to serve food to the homeless in Indianapolis. The students purchased the food items, cooked
and prepared the to-go meals, and served the meals in Indianapolis to approximately 100 homeless individuals.
Professor of Journalism Ann Barton and New Student Mentor Jake David’s class interacted with 20 residents of the Indiana
Masonic Home on November 7 th . Students were paired with residents for lunch and held a discussion about goals and
dreams.
Left to right: Kole Smith, Jacob Perry, Ethan Caldwell, Megan Harris, Conner Shepler,
Dr. Justin Gash, Amanda Williams, Mandy Fisher, and Autumn Huse
Members of the FC community are humbled by the efforts of our new students. They are truly modeling the mission of the college:
Franklin College prepares graduates, through the liberal arts, to think independently, to lead responsibly, and to serve with
integrity in their professions, their communities, and the world.
“When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.”
― Maya Angelou
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Security Provides a Variety of Services for Students
Greetings from the Franklin College security department. The first academic semester is nearing a close and from a security
perspective, students have started off very well. This is a good opportunity to remind everyone about some services
that the department offers the campus community. First, the security department offers dusk until dawn escort
service for anyone on campus. Next, there are several free vehicle services that students are encouraged to utilize. We
can jump start a car with a dead battery, unlock most cars with the keys locked inside, and can add air to low tires. Lastly,
students are sure to realize how important their ID cards are to them on campus. It lets them in buildings and gets
them meals in the cafeteria. If students misplace their card, they can get a temporary ID card by coming to the security
department. There is a security officer on duty, and available, 24 hours per day.
As the year continues, parking can sometimes be a challenge on campus. Fortunately, most students have found their
routines and have adjusted to parking on campus. If you or your student ever have questions about parking, please don’t
hesitate to call.
The security department is looking forward to a great completion of the fall semester and is here to help students
make the most out of their Franklin College experience. If there are ever any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate
to contact the Security Department at 317.738.8888 or by email at SECURITY@franklincollege.edu.
Health Services is Taking Care of Students
Flu Vaccine:
Flu vaccine is available in the Health Center during regular hours, Monday through Friday. The cost is $15.00, payable
by check or cash. Students are welcome to call or email for an appointment, or they can stop by the Health Center at
their convenience for a vaccination.
Influenza is a serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Every flu season is different,
and influenza infection can affect people differently. Even healthy people can get very sick from the flu and spread it to
others. The “ flu season” in the United States can begin as early as October and last as late as May. During this time, flu
viruses are circulating in the population. An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to reduce the chances of getting
the flu and lessen the chance that you will spread it to others. When more people get vaccinated against the flu, less flu
can spread through that community.
Insurance Requirements:
A fair number of students have not updated insurance information online, nor have they contacted Cathe DeCleene, Coordinator
of Student Health Students. Franklin College requires that students provide health insurance information upon
admission. In subsequent years, it is required that you notify the Health Center of any significant changes in health status
and update insurance information. Insurance can be updated through MyFC / Student Affairs. On the right, click
Health Insurance Form and input the requested information. If insurance input assistance is needed, or if questions remain,
feel free to contact the Coordinator of Student Health Services, Cathe DeCleene, by email at
cdecleene@franklincollege.edu or by phone/fax at 317-738-8090.
Travel Clinic
Dr. Jeffrey G. Jones, travel medicine specialist with St. Francis Hospital / TravelWell presented an informative and insightful
program on November 7, 2013 to students and faculty traveling abroad during the winter term. Following the
group session, he met with individual travelers to discuss vaccination status and needs. Additionally, vaccinations were
available. Thank you to Dr. Jones and his staff.
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Wellness
During the winter and spring terms, the Franklin College Wellness Program is offering a variety of different
classes, programs, and tournaments to encourage people to stay active at Franklin College. Hoping to raise the
bar set over the fall, Wellness is looking to offer around 40 programs in the winter and spring. It will also be
hosting a variety of tournaments, including a dodgeball tournament in late January.
As the weather warms up during the spring, we will be heading outside for some running and outdoor activities.
These programs will be contingent upon the weather. Keep an eye out, as they are announced in the
spring.
During the fall, Franklin Wellness kicked off a walking program for faculty and staff members. Over 120 staff
members are signed up and participating. In the month of October alone, staff members recorded enough steps
to span across the United States and back! Monthly prizes are given to competitors, and all faculty and staff
are encouraged to participate!
As always, the Wellness Program wants to hear from you! If you have a program, class, or event you would
like to see at Franklin College, please feel free to contact Wesley Howell, Coordinator of Wellness, at 317-
738-8087 or whowell@franklincollege.edu.
Stay Well, Franklin!
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Religious Life Highlights Homelessness in November
Opportunities for student engagement have been abundant this fall in campus ministry. Chapel services have been well
attended. Students continue to participate in the dinner and faith conversations on Thursday evenings and engage pertinent
topics of interest such as immigration, faith and politics, religion and violence, etc. There is a spiritual development
class that has been meeting weekly on Thursday at 9 p.m. led by the campus ministry staff. A group of eleven people
has met regularly in this spiritual deepening endeavor.
The religious life team elected to do a week of service with a homeless week on campus the week of November 18-22.
The goal of the week was to raise awareness on campus of people in the community who are poor and homeless, and
then address issues that contribute to homelessness including lack of affordable housing, unmet veterans’ needs, mental
health issues, and lack of livable wage jobs.
The religious life team will have its winter retreat in January. Students interested in participating in religious life should
contact the campus minister and try to attend this event. The dates will be January 24-25.
Sponsors Donation Drive for Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
The Office of Diversity & Inclusion (ODI) offers a wide variety of programs and services for the Franklin College campus,
including the B.O.S.S. (Building Opportunity through Support and Structure) Mentoring Program, Diversity Workshops/Trainings,
Brother to Brother, Resource Library, Diversity Programming Support/Consultation, Academic Assistance,
Mentoring & Support, Safe Zone Training, Multicultural Organization and Advisor Support, and also oversees the
Diversity Lounge. This fall, ODI has sponsored several successful events, which include the Diversity Welcome Celebration
and the Franklin Speaks series event on immigration. We are looking forward to spring events!
Currently, ODI is sponsoring a toiletry
donation drive as a part of our
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of
Service initiative. From now until
January 15, 2014, we are collecting
items such as deodorant, shampoo,
conditioner, soap, lip balm, sanitary
napkins, toothpaste, toothbrushes,
floss, etc. to donate to the Wheeler
Mission for the homeless. If you or
your student would care to donate to
this worthwhile cause, items can be
dropped off in the JCFA Leadership
Office or in the Office of Diversity
& Inclusion. Please contact Terri
Roberts at
troberts@franklincollege.edu or
(317) 738-8119 with any questions.
We appreciate your support.
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Career Corner: Internships:
The Gateway to Employment Opportunities
In a recent survey conducted by the Chronicle of Higher Education, it was shown that work
experience through internships and part-time employment tops what employers are seeking when
evaluating a college graduate as they fill a position.
Given this, the internship program at Franklin College becomes that
much more important. On October 24, Franklin College hosted its 13th
annual internship fair. Thirty-four companies and organizations, including
Cummins, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Target, The Indiana House and
Senate, DAMAR, the Indianapolis Zoo, Johnson County Public Library,
Appriss, Franklin Heritage, and the Indiana State Museum came to recruit
students for their internship programs.
Prior to the fair, students in professional development courses under the
instruction of Diane Black, Ann Barton, and Diane Hadley were given
training in networking, delivering elevator speeches, interviewing, and
writing resumes. This training and preparation enabled students to maximize
the time they were able to spend with employers.
For many years, Franklin College has realized the importance of internships
in the academic process. Internships enhance the process, as students
are able to put into practice what they learn in the classroom. The
practical experience gained through internships allows students to build
industry-specific and transferrable skills that employers seek most. At
Franklin, internships serve several purposes.
1. Internships serve as an exploratory tool. They allow the students
to “test drive” a career option. Students are able to get a real life
feel for what a career is like. In some cases, this confirms that
the student is on the right track and reinforces their career
choice. In others, they realize that the career is not what they
thought it would be, and they are able to shift focus or even
change their major towards something they feel is a better fit.
2. Internships provide the experience that employers are seeking.
After an internship, a student will have experience working on
projects and will have a tableau of other experiences to discuss
with interviewers when seeking a post graduation job. In addition,
they will have developed valuable skills to take to an employment
opportunity.
3. Internships are wonderful networking opportunities. While at
the internship site, students should develop relationships with
employees who might serve as a reference or who might be in a
position to hire in the future. Students should also connect with
others in the industry who may not be at their internship site.
Networking is so important because the old adage is true,
“Sometimes it’s not what you know, but who you know that will
get you the job.”
If you are in a position to hire a student intern or know someone who is,
please contact Kirk Bixler, Assistant Dean of Students and Director of
Career Services at 317-738-8801 or kbixler@franklincollege.edu .
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Send your student a much appreciated
survival kit to help get through finals week
Number of Kits Type of Kit Cost per Kit Total
Midnight
Munchies
$10.00
Health Kick $10.00
Midnight Munchies
Filled with high energy snacks
and those little extras that every
student will enjoy during those
endless study sessions.
Pizza Coupon $10.00
Choose from the following kits:
Health Kick
Nourish your hard-working student
with healthy, wholesome
treats that will satisfy even the
hungriest of late-night cravings.
Pizza Coupon
Help your student tame that latenight
hunger with a two topping
large pizza, from PAPA JOHN’S
Pizza in Franklin.
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
Please place your orders by Thursday, November 28, 2013
Students can pick up survival kits December 4, 5, or 6
Please make your check payable to Franklin College
Mail this completed form and payment to:
Survival Kits
Franklin College, Alumni Engagement
101 Branigin Boulevard
Franklin, Indiana 46131
Thank you for ordering a survival kit for your student!
Student’s Name: __________________________________________________________
Student’s Telephone Number: _____________________________________________
Message: ________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
This project is sponsored by Franklin College Student Foundation.
Please call 317.738.8283 or ewood@franklincollege.edu with questions.
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A REFRESHER ON DINING SERVICE INFORMATION
MEAL PLAN DETAILS:
· Plan A, Comprehensive - A seven-day plan with unlimited usage in the Marketplace. It includes $30 in dining dollars.
· Plan B - Includes 150 meals and $100 in dining dollars.
· Plan C - Includes 100 meals and $150 in dining dollars
· Plan D, The Limited Plan - Includes ten meals per week. This plan does not include dining dollars.
· The Winter Term Meal Plan this year will be comprehensive as well, and includes $15 in dining dollars.
COMMUTER PLANS :
Grizz 5 Plan - Offers five meals per week and $100 in dining dollars.
Grizz 25 Plan - Offers 25 meals per semester and $75 in dining dollars.
Grizz 50 Plan - Offers 50 meals per semester and $150 in dining dollars.
Dining Dollars and Ben Bucks, a refresher: Dining dollars are part of Meal Plans A, B, and C, and may be used at Jazzman's
Café or for guest meals in The Marketplace. Ben bucks are funds that can be added to your One Card and used at either venue, as
well as at the bookstore and for other activities. Dining dollars, like meal plan balances, expire at the end of each term. Unused
Ben bucks will be carried over from a previous term.
Hours of Operation and Services Offered:
The Marketplace will be open as follows: Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and weekends from 9:00 a.m. to
7:00 p.m. On the weekends, we will be adding a continental breakfast option and will still offer brunch on Sundays.
Jazzman's Café will be open as follows: 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and Friday 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Ben's Den will be open as follows: Monday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00p.m.,
Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sunday from 7:00 p.m. until midnight.
All hours of operation and services provided are subject to change.
The One Card and Using It: Once you obtain your One Card from Student Affairs and you have made your meal plan selection,
the Business Office will authorize your card for use in Dining Services. Your card will be checked for identification and then
swiped when you enter the Marketplace for meal plan use or when purchasing items at Jazzman's Café. Each entry into the Marketplace
requires an additional swipe. You will only be charged a meal from your meal plan for the first swipe during each of six
intervals beginning with open and ending at close. This enables 10, 100, and 150 meal plan participants to use their available meals
as many as six times per day. For those on the comprehensive meal plan, though needing to swipe each entry, use of the Marketplace
is unlimited. No more lost meals or days! Jazzman's Café is a retail operation and only accepts cash, dining dollars from
your meal plans, and Ben bucks you have added to your card. A new feature this year is our off-campus dining. At selected restaurants
in Franklin, students are able to use both dining dollars and Ben bucks to pay for food.
Guest Meal Pricing: Guest meal prices are $4.25 for breakfast, $5.25 for lunch, and $6.95 for dinner. These prices do not include
applicable taxes. Those on plan B, C, or D, may use available meal plan meals for guests. Available dining dollars or Ben bucks
may also be used for guests.
Special Event Menus: Yes, we will be having Late Night on most Thursday nights! We will also be featuring a number of promotional
menus and events, including holiday meals, midnight breakfasts, and spring break bash!

“After studying abroad in Spain, I can see
myself moving to Europe after graduation.
I am looking into graduate programs in
London and a teaching assistantship in
Madrid!”
Briana Jurrema, Spain
The Office of International and Off-Campus Study has
many options for semester study away, including FC
partnerships in Canada, Hong Kong, Norway, Spain,
Taiwan, and soon, Switzerland. Our preferred program
provider, ISEP, offers programs in more than 25
different locations, including Europe, Central and South
America, and Asia.
Students can now use some or all of their FC scholarships
and grants to participate in a study abroad program.
The amount of aid that a student can use depends
on the program they choose. Students can also use all of
their state and federal aid to study abroad during a semester.
The office is located in Old Main 148. Encourage
your student to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.
Upcoming Campus
Fall Events
Nov. 27 - Dec. 1
Dec. 2
Dec. 6
Dec. 9 - 12
Dec. 12
Dec. 16
Dec. 24 - Jan. 1
Jan. 5
Jan. 6
Jan. 17
Jan. 20
Jan. 31
Thanksgiving Break
Classes Resume
Last Day of Fall Semester Classes
Final Exam Period
Holiday Break Begins - Halls Close at 5 p.m.
Final Grades Posted on Internet by Noon
College Offices Closed
Residence Halls open at Noon
Winter Term Classes Begin
Ben Franklin’s Birthday!
MLK Day of Service,
MLK DayMarch,
MLK Day Convocation - Dr. Stacy Downing
Last Day of Winter Term Classes
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Student Affairs Directory
Dean of Students Ellis Hall ehall@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8080
Assistant Dean of Students
and Dir. Career Services Kirk Bixler kbixler@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8801
Executive Secretary Marti Schrock mschrock@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8080
Dir. Campus Ministry David Weatherspoon dweatherspoon@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8140
Asst. to Campus Minister Terri Roddie troddie@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8140
Dir. Counseling Services John R. Shafer jshafer@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8080
Counselor Becky Roberts rroberts1@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8080
Health Center Cathe Decleene cdecleene@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8090
Diversity and Inclusion Terri Roberts troberts@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8119
Dir. Residence Life Jacob Knight jknight@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8080
Johnson/Dietz - Hoover/Cline
Hall Coordinator TBA 317-738-8079
New Student Program
Coordinator Jenni Fry jfry@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8137
Dietz Hall Coordinator Chris Drew cdrew@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8804
Elsey Hall Coordinator Melissa Harvey mharvey1@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8474
Director of Security Steve Leonard sleonard@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8317
Student Activities Keri Ellington kellington@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8096
Greek Life Natalie Brewster nbrewster@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8091
Dir. Dining Services Les Petroff lpetroff@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8108
Asst. to Career Services & PDP Barbara Noble bnoble@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8801
Coord. Wellness Programs Wesley Howell whowell@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8087
Asst. for Retention Programs Sarah Shroyer sshroyer@franklincollege.edu 317-738-8080
Email: Studentaffairs@franklincollege.edu to receive this newsletter via email
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