Franklin Fellows

The Franklin Fellows Program aims to guide motivated students to a serious traditional liberal education that extends outside the classroom.  Our approach is rooted in the study of the great books — from Homer, Plato and the Bible to Machiavelli, Locke, and the Federalist Papers. It is designed for students who want an unfiltered and critical study of major works that have shaped the ideas and history of which we are a part. We provide a place for questioning and debate that is frank and fearless, respectful and civil.  Franklin Fellows enter into deep discussions about foundational moral and constitutional principles, human nature, ethics, history, religion, and the meaning of life. They learn skills of critical reasoning and close reading. Not least, they join a community of scholars and form friendships founded on a passion for fundamental questions, a spirit of friendly debate, and a willingness to engage in critical self-scrutiny.

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