F&M Stories
At Franklin & Marshall College, we connect our students with extraordinary opportunities so they can accomplish great things in their four years on campus. Here are just a few of their stories.
05/03/2024
Senior Spotlight: Olha Shapovalenko
A double major in mathematics and studio art, international senior Olha Shapovalenko made the most of her F&M experience. From designing theater costumes to discovering new artistic mediums, the College “enriched my creative vocabulary,” she...
04/26/2024
Senior Spotlight: Rachel Rubins
Between F&M Mock Trial team, sorority life and Hillel, senior Rachel Rubins “found a support system of friends I see as family.” She also discovered a passion for history. See what advice Rachel has for incoming students.
04/19/2024
Senior Spotlight: Huaizhi Liu
Huaizhi Liu embraced new opportunities at F&M, including researching in the physics lab, being an admission tour guide, learning how to use power tools with Catastrophic Relief Alliance, and being production manager of Choomies.
04/12/2024
Senior Spotlight: Micheala Patalano
Micheala Patalano shares how music at F&M, particularly singing and performing with the a cappella group Sweet Ophelia, helped the College feel like a true home.
04/05/2024
Senior Spotlight: Omar Nichols
Men’s basketball co-captain Omar Nichols encourages students to take advantage of F&M’s supportive community and connect with alumni who share their interests and aspirations.
03/29/2024
Senior Spotlight: Ryan Mullahey
Phi Kappa Psi president Ryan Mullahey urges new students to take advantage of everything F&M has to offer, including the chance to learn from others.
03/18/2024
Senior Spotlight: Meredith Mangum
Varsity volleyball player Meredith Mangum said playing volleyball at F&M was an incredibly fun and rewarding experience. Mangum was two-time team captain, two-time Centennial Conference Scholar-Athlete of the Year, and Centennial Conference Defensive...
03/15/2024
Senior Spotlight: Genesis Familia
Diplomatic Congress senior class president Genesis Familia shares compelling reasons she chose F&M and offers advice for new students that include trying new activities and never hesitating to see assistance.
05/11/2023
Senior Spotlights: 'F&M Really Is a Family'
As their undergraduate chapters come to a close, nine Franklin & Marshall College seniors share their most meaningful moments on campus. They're among the 518 students who will gather Saturday...Franklin & Marshall College seniors share their most...
05/13/2022
Senior Spotlights: 'My journey here has granted me a family'
For Nick Ross, it's the Phi Kappa Sigma house. For Nicolás David Cortez, it's the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. For Josary Valeiron, it's Martin Library. With Commencement fast...Why did these seniors choose F&M, and what are their...
05/13/2021
As Commencement Approaches, Seniors Reflect
On May 15, the 592 students that comprise Franklin & Marshall College's Class of 2021 will depart campus â some physically, some virtually â with a perspective few preceding classes can claim....F&M seniors took time to reflect on their...