• A Celebration of Black Excellence: The 6th Annual Black Excellence Showcase

    This Saturday, students are getting ready to showcase their art during the 6th Annual Black Excellence Showcase. The Black Excellence Showcase is a collaboration between two student organizations: the Black Student Union (BSU), which focuses on building a space for Black students on campus, and MyBlackSpeaks, a dance team that gives Black and Brown students a safe place to dance and create art. Read on to learn more.

  • Going Back to College After Having a Baby

    Having a baby doesn’t mean the end of your college plans and future dreams. Instead, it’s just a sign that you need to find a degree program that meets your needs. In fact, there are actually only a few reasons why you can’t go back to school, as opposed to the many reasons why you should continue your education. Read on to learn more.

  • Theatre Students Participate in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

    Every year, the Dean College Theatre program participates in the annual Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF), which offers students and faculty tremendous opportunities to learn, network and share their craft with the collegiate theatre community at both the regional and national levels. Read on to learn more.

  • Adults Returning to College: Statistics and More

    Choosing to go back to school as an adult is never a light decision. With so many different things to balance, including childcare, other family responsibilities, and even work, there’s a lot to consider when thinking about enrolling in a degree program. Read on to learn more.

  • History in Your Backyard: Uncovering Franklin’s History with Professor Rob Lawson

    What do the world’s fastest man, an Academy Award winner and a handball record holder have in common with each other – and with Franklin? These are the types of historic facts that Dr. Rob Lawson, professor of History and director of the Honors Program, has uncovered over the years and is now ready to share with the world. Read on to learn more.

  • Can Adults Get College Scholarships?

    Adults who plan on either going back to school to learn new skills or want to earn their first college degree have a lot on their minds. They not only have to carefully balance work and home life, but they also need to find a way to pay for college. While student loans can help, they do eventually have to be paid back.
    The best option is, scholarships. Read on to learn more.

  • Going to College for Dance: 5 Things You Should Know

    High school students who want to be professional dancers, or at least work in the industry in some capacity, have a decision to make. They can either join the professional dance world right after high school, getting a job with a dance company, or attend college, where they can major in dance. Read more about majoring in dance.

  • Are Theatre Degrees Worth It?

    If you’re a high school student who i’s considering getting a college degree in theatre, you're probably wondering “are theatre degrees really worth it?” Although not everyone who majors in theatre ends up in Hollywood or on Broadway, many find that the degree program teaches them other important skills. Read on to learn more.

  • 5 Ways Corporate Leadership Training Can Benefit Your Organization

    Is your organization full of future leaders? If you’re unsure of the answer to that question, then a corporate leadership training program might be something to consider. There are many ways in which this training can benefit both your employees and your company. Read on to learn more.

  • Are Continuing Education Classes Worth It?

    Adults may look at lists of continuing education courses and wonder if taking the time to attend those classes is worth the time, money, and effort. After all, they have jobs and seem to be content in those positions, right? The truth is actually quite different. There are many reasons that make these continuing education courses completely worthwhile. Read on to learn more.