On April 16, 2025, it's Franklin's University Day, a full day dedicated to connection, exploration, and celebration across the Franklin community! From important academic meetings and the Majors Fair to sustainability initiatives, games, and creative activities, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy a special lunch, design your own tote bag, grab a scoop from the gelato truck, and close out the day with Cultural PowerPoint Night—where learning meets laughter.
Don't miss this opportunity to engage with fellow students, faculty, and staff while preparing for the journey ahead!
Schedule
Time |
Activity |
Place |
| 9:45 – 11:00 | Graduating Seniors' Meeting | Nielsen Auditorium |
| 10:00 – 11:00 |
Fall '25 Academic Travel meetings Attendance is mandatory! It is your one opportunity to learn more about the requirements for the class and the travel prior to the close of Academic Travel registration. |
Kaletsch Campus, LAC Classrooms and Faculty offices |
| 11:00 – 12:00 |
Majors Fair For students who wish to know more about majors and minors, also the opportunity to declare your major. |
Kaletsch Campus Grace Library |
| 12:00-13:30 |
Sustainability Lunch All students, faculty, and staff will receive a CHF 3 coupon to use in the Dining Hall or Grotto, valid on the Menu of the Day price. Coupon valid only for 16 April. Pick up in Reception (Kaletsch Campus). |
Grotto and President’s Lawn |
| 12:30-14:00 |
Field Day Games (Due to the weather, the games will be held inside the Tone Athletic Center) |
North Campus - Tone Athletic Center |
| 14:00 – 16:00 | Screen-printing tote bags | Art Studio - Kaletsch Campus |
| 14:00 – 16:00 | Gelato Truck | McNeely Center of Ideas & Imagination |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Class of 2026 Meeting | P. Gregory Warden Student Center |
| 19:00 – 21:00 |
Cultural PowerPoint Night Co-sponsored by DEI and United in Diversity club. Share funny or educational power points about anything you'd like. |
P. Gregory Warden Student Center |