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.

09/26/2024

'A Summer Full of Learning and Growth'

F&M senior Moana Franco spent her summer working with The Edible Classroom, a Lancaster-based nonprofit that partners with schools and communities to create educational gardens. Franco worked as an educator at one of The Edible Classroom's summer...

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09/23/2024

Diplomats in Thin Air

Six alumni reunite for the first time in 25 years by tackling a strenuous trail in the Rocky Mountains—creating new memories and discovering much about themselves in the process.

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09/19/2024

F&M Poll: Harris Leads Trump Among Independent, Moderate PA Voters

While Democratic U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris maintains her three-point lead in Pennsylvania over Republican Donald Trump, she also has the advantage among registered independent and moderate voters.

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09/18/2024

Junior Finds Culture & Community Through Lancaster Internship

When she transferred to F&M, Teagan Durkin ’26 set a goal to become further immersed in LGBTQIA+ culture and community. This summer, she interned with Lancaster Pride and helped plan a record-breaking festival. We talked to her about her summer...

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09/17/2024

More than a Museum: Phillips Art Exhibits Promote Inquiry & Unity

Stroll through the Phillips Museum of Art this fall, and you might just stumble upon a writing workshop, music performance, academic class or yoga and meditation session.

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09/13/2024

A Day in the Life: Summer Research at F&M

“F&M’s small class size was perfect for me to engage with my teachers and make the most of my learning experience,” says junior Aayat Tahir, who spent her summer on campus as an organic chemistry research lab assistant.

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09/11/2024

‘Writing a Book I Was Looking For’

History Professor Gregory Kaliss recently received the North American Society for Sport History monograph of the year award for “Beyond the Black Power Salute: Athlete Activism in an Era of Change.”

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09/09/2024

Sophomores Found Nepalese Nonprofit

F&M sophomore Sujal Shah has been awarded a Generation Google Scholarship in part for his work with Uunchai, a virtual nonprofit he co-founded with fellow student Binayak Jha.

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09/05/2024

A Summer in D.C: Senior Eyes Career in Foreign Service

Senior Fatimata Ly spent six weeks in the nation’s capital as part of the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program. “As an aspiring U.S. foreign service officer, this program offers an excellent opportunity to gain relevant...

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09/03/2024

F&M Women & Philanthropy: 50 for 50

In May 1973, the first four-year class of women students walked across the Commencement stage at F&M —creating an enduring legacy and strengthening the College for the past 50 years.

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08/30/2024

‘I Fell in Love With Helping Others Through Dentistry’

Pre-dental student Lily Murphy ’26 has always loved working with kids, but she wasn’t sure what that would look like in dentistry. This summer, she found her niche by gaining hands-on experience in pediatric dentistry. “Most children fear the...

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08/28/2024

Class of 2028 Kicks Off Semester With Lux et Lex Walk

Students in Franklin & Marshall’s newly arrived Class of 2028 marked the beginning of their time on campus with the Lux et Lex walk Tuesday, Aug. 27.

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