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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Aug 25

Meet the Franklin College Class of 2029! Wishing them the best of luck on their first day of classes today! 🐻💙 #FranklinEvermore #ScoGriz

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Jul 7

Campus is way too quiet.. Grizzlies come home already! 🐻💛 #Campus #FranklinCollege

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Jun 25

We know it’s a bit early, but hey — some things are worth the countdown. 🗓️💛 Homecoming 2025 is happening October 11!
Save the date, spread the word, and get ready to come home, Grizzlies! 🐻 #Homecoming #FranklinCollege

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Jun 11

We might be a little biased, but have you seen our view?😍🌳 🌸 #FranklinCollege #CampusViews

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 24

Just like that… they’re graduates! Congrats to the class of 2025! 🎓

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 19

Exciting news! FC has received a $1M gift commitment from Trustee Jim Napolitan, Ph.D. (HD ’12), and Sandy (Mock) Napolitan ’60, Ph.D., naming the renovated lower level of the Elwood Fitness Center the Drs. James and Sandra Napolitan Athletic Complex. Learn More: franklincollege.edu/2025/05/19/f...

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 19

Finals are here and so is a special message from President Prather! 🎓✨ As we wrap up another amazing year, take a moment to listen to his words of encouragement. Go GRIZ! youtu.be/6hJFXHTFTLA

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 17

One week from today, our Grizzlies walk the stage! Let the countdown to Commencement begin! 🎓 #FranklinCollege #GrizzliesGraduate

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 16

At Scholars Day yesterday, we celebrated our seniors ahead of next week’s graduation—grad school bell-ringers and soon-to-be working professionals alike!💙 #FranklinCollege #Seniors

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 15

We are proud to celebrate the hard work of our students today — Happy Scholars’ Day! 📚🤓 #FranklinCollege #Scholars

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 13

Last week of classes = time to lock in. 🔒

Finals are right around the corner, but so is summer break. You’ve got this, Grizzlies! 📚🤩 #GoGriz #FranklinCollege

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 13

Student Spotlight: Wynn Wellington

What does a semester abroad look like for a Grizzly? 🌍 ✈️
For Wynn Wellington, it meant new friendships, cultural discovery, and visits to:
🇸🇪 Stockholm, Gothenburg, Kiruna
🇭🇺 Budapest
🇦🇹 Vienna
🇩🇪 Frankfurt
🇨🇿 Prague
🇩🇰 Copenhagen
🇲🇹 Malta
🇬🇷 Greece

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · May 12

📢 Exciting news! We’ve launched a new webpage celebrating Franklin College’s National Register Historic District!

Explore the history and legacy of our historic campus here: franklincollege.edu/about/frankl...

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 28

GGP Weekend Recap 🏁💙🚲

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 26

Campus memories in the making—GGP weekend is here! 🐻🏁 #GGP #FranklinCollege

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 22

Not my house… but I know my way around 💛🐻🏛️

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 21

GGP week has entered the chat. Who’s ready to race? 🏁🚴🏾‍♂️ #GGP #FranklinCollege #GoGriz

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 21

Campus is waking up for spring! 🌸

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 10

Big Apple, big stories 🍎🗞️ — Franklin College journalism students are capturing every moment as our Model UN delegation takes on NYC! #ModelUN #Journalism #NYC #FranklinCollege

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 9

Get ready for a summer of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun at CampGRIZ 2025! 🎒🐻 #CampGRIZ

More info: franklincollege.edu/2025/04/08/f...

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 3

#ThrowbackThursday in honor of GGP Month🚲🏁 We’re counting down the days until GGP on April 25th!💛 #GGP2025 #GoGriz #FranklinCollege

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Apr 2

🐻 Happy #GivetoGRIZ Month! 🐻

April is here, and that means we’re counting down to Franklin College’s biggest day of giving on April 16! 🎉 Every gift—big or small—helps fuel scholarships, academic programs, student experiences, and so much more. 💙💛
franklincollege.edu/2025/03/19/f...

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Mar 31

Franklin College is proud to welcome students from around the world. Casey Hayes is meeting future Grizzlies and sharing how FC prepares students for success. #GlobalEducation #FranklinCollege

Apply Today! franklincollege.edu/admissions-a...

Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Mar 28

The countdown to Spring Break is over, Grizzlies! 🌞🕶️💛Enjoy your time off, have fun, and stay safe! #SpringBreak #FranklinCollege

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Franklin College @franklincollege.bsky.social · Mar 27

Educators, bring hands-on electric vehicle learning to your classroom! 🚗💡Join us for a FREE 3-day professional development workshop at Franklin College from June 30 – July 2, 2025. Participants will receive lesson planning materials, hands-on supplies, a $500 stipend, and more! 📢 Apply now!

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