
During a lecture titled "What Would Jesus Do? Evangelicals, The Iraq War and the Torture Debate," Melani McAlister, a specialist on the role that religion and culture has in shaping U.S. interests, discussed how the role of evangelicals and perceptions of the Iraq war changed over time.

Franklin & Marshall College hosted two panels on presidential politics that brought together influential alumni to provide insights into the changing tide of the race. Two packed houses of alumni, parents and friends of F&M gathered first in New York in early October and more recently Oct. 23 in Washington, D.C., to listen to four alumni of national stature engage in lively debate as they analyzed the final days of the presidential race.

During a talk titled "The City of Lancaster: Its Past, Present and Future," Mayor Rick Gray talked about the city's transformation into a regional arts and cultural center that celebrates historic preservation and sustainability.

President Barack Obama's lead over Republican challenger Mitt Romney has decreased among Pennsylvania voters during the past month, according to a Franklin & Marshall College Poll released Oct. 31.

Professor Gregory Adkins, winner of F&M's Lindback Distinguished Teaching Award, enjoys introducing his students to the wonders of physics.
Franklin & Marshall College sustained minimal adverse effects from Hurricane Sandy and will resume all normal operations Wednesday, Oct. 31.
Franklin & Marshall College has extended its closure to Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 29-30 because of severe weather expected from Hurricane Sandy. The College is closed except for critical and essential staff. All classes and scheduled activities have been cancelled and all administrative buildings will be closed Monday and Tuesday in an effort to ensure the safety and security of individuals on campus.
Because of severe weather expected from Hurricane Sandy, Franklin & Marshall College will be closed except for critical and essential staff Monday, Oct. 29.
Franklin & Marshall College officials are monitoring the progress of Hurricane Sandy as it travels up the East Coast. The College is taking precautionary measures to prepare for heavy winds and rain that currently are expected to affect the Lancaster area and F&M campus beginning late Sunday, Oct. 28.