Franklin College is committed to making all students feel welcome on campus. The College is reviewing policies and procedures that could effect current and future LGBTQ students for the better. Franklin College absolutely prohibits, forbids, and will not tolerate any verbal, physical or other conduct that belittles or demeans any individual on the basis of their sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity/expression. Franklin College strives to expose their students to diverse experiences and people to help make them a contributing member of a global society. Franklin College provides Safe Zone training each semester that is open to all faculty, staff, students, and administration. Safe Zone Training covers the topics of sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, trans*, and how to be an ally. Franklin College is committed to making our campus a safe home for LGBTQ students.
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| Region: Midwest | |
| City/State: Franklin, IN | |
| Locale: Small Town (10,000 to 25,000) | |
| Student Population (FTE): 1,000 | |
| In-State Tuition: $28,840.00 | |
| Out-of-State Tuition: $28,840.00 | |
| Institution Website: http://www.franklincollege.edu |
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| Baccalaureate College/University Private Institution Liberal Arts College Residential Campus Religious Affiliation |
LGBTQ Student Opportunities
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Colleges and universities want LGBTQ students, faculty and staff to be out and proud as part of the diversity of the campus community. The Campus Pride Index provides campuses the opportunity to come out as LGBTQ-friendly and take responsibility for continually improving their LGBTQ campus climate.
The Campus Pride Index features LGBTQ student opportunities by highlighting the positive work within higher education across the country. Prospective students and families may choose the best LGBTQ campuses searching the tool based on area of study, cost, location, type of campus and LGBTQ-inclusive policy, programs and practice for their college search.
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Commitment to LGBTQ Issues
Our Synopsis
Franklin College provides it's students with a safe and welcoming environment for all. The college currently has a student ran organization, the Franklin College Pride Alliance (FCPA), who hosts weekly meetings and implement different campus wide programs to help advocate and educate Franklin College students about LGBTQ issues. The college also has the Office of Diversity and Inclusion which serves as another great resource for LBGTQ students and their allies. The Office of Diversity and Inclusion co-sponsors with FCPA to host different programs such as the National Day of Silence, the Drag Show, and the Lavender Graduation. Franklin College has a counseling center staff who is knowledgeable with LGBTQ issues and serves as a great resource for students who need extra support. The College also provides regular Safe Zone training to their students and employees covering the topics of sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, trans*, and how to be an ally. After being Safe Zone trained, students and employees can post Safe Zone placards indicating a safe place for LGBTQ students and allies who need support. Franklin College is committed to providing LGBTQ & Ally students a safe and welcoming place to live and learn.
Featured Quotes
Why you'll love Franklin College
"I feel like Franklin College gave me the resources and support needed in order to accept who I truly was as a person without fear of backlash on campus."
— 19 year-old, Gay Male, Sophomore
"The faculty and staff of Franklin College are putting forth a strong effort to make the campus open and welcoming to all students."
— 26 year-old, Gay Male, Staff
"Franklin College has given me a safe and comfortable environment where I can express myself entirely without judgment. "
— 22 year-old, Lesbian Female, Senior
“Franklin College and ODI have given me the education and resources that I am able to utilize in “the real world”. Being involved with the LGBT community and the resources that FC offers makes it possible for me to share my knowledge and passion for equality in my current career. I am able to help the Latino population in Indiana better understand the LGBT community and create a discussion that otherwise would be considered taboo. This would not have been be possible without Franklin College and the ODI staff”
— 22 year-old, Female Ally, FC Alumna '16
"FC has not only been extremely accommodating, but has also given me the courage to be an advocate for myself and others."
— 21 year-old, Gender-Queer, Junior
Highlights & Organizations
Upcoming events
4/15/2016
GLSEN National Day of Silence
11/6/2015
Drag Show
5/12/2016
Lavender Graduation
10/11/2016
National Coming Out Day
Admissions
Admissions Office
Franklin College Admissions Office
Franklin College Office of Admissions
Franklin College
101 Branigin Blvd.
Franklin, IN 46131
Phone: 317-738-8071
Website: www.franklincollege.edu
Admission Application Deadline:
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Overall Campus Pride Index Score
The Campus Pride Index has a strong theoretical research foundation in LGBTQ current programs, practices and policies for safer, more inclusive campus learning environments. The index tool has been tested extensively since 2001 and recently updated with new, higher LGBTQ national benchmarks in 2015.
The Campus Pride Index is a vital tool for assisting campuses in learning ways to improve their LGBTQ campus life and ultimately shape the educational experience to be more inclusive, welcoming and respectful of LGBTQ and ally people. The index is owned and operated by Campus Pride, the leading national nonprofit organization for student leaders and campus groups working to create safer, more LGBTQ-Friendly learning environments at colleges and universities. Campus Pride commends the campuses participating in the index and their willingness to come out, be visible and actively advocate for improving higher education for LGBTQ people.
Franklin College
LGBTQ-friendly break-down by inclusion factors
| Sexual Orientation Score | 2.5 of 5 |
| Gender Identity/Expression Score | 2 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Policy Inclusion | 3.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Support & Institutional Commitment | 3.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Academic Life | 1 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Student Life | 4.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Housing & Residence Life | 1.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Campus Safety | 1 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Counseling & Health | 2.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Recruitment & Retention Efforts | 2.5 of 5 |
| Sections greyed out mean the campus does not offer those services | |
LGBTQ-Friendly Report Card
LGBTQ Policy Inclusion
| Non-discrimination statement inclusive of sexual orientation | |
| Non-discrimination statement inclusive of gender identity/expression | |
| Health insurance coverage to employees’ same sex partner | |
| Accessible, simple process for students to change their name on university records and documents | |
| Accessible, simple process for students to change their gender identity on university records and documents | |
| Students have option to self-identify sexual orientation on admission application or post enrollment forms | |
| Students have option to self-identify gender identity/expression on admission application or post enrollment forms |
LGBTQ Support & Institutional Commitment
| Resource center/office with responsibilities for LGBTQ students | |
| Paid staff with responsibilities for LGBTQ support services | |
| Ally program or Safe Space/Safe Zone | |
| Actively seek to employ diversity of faculty & staff including visible, out LGBTQ people | |
| Standing advisory committee that deals with LGBTQ issues | |
| LGBTQ alumni group |
LGBTQ Academic Life
| LGBTQ studies program | |
| LGBTQ specific course offerings | |
| Actively recruit faculty for LGBTQ-related academic scholarship | |
| New faculty/staff training opportunities on sexual orientation issues | |
| New faculty/staff training opportunities on gender identity issues | |
| LGBTQ faculty/staff organization |
LGBTQ Student Life
| LGBTQ & Ally student organization | |
| LGBTQ & Ally graduate student organization | |
| LGBTQ social fraternity/sorority | |
| Regularly plans LGBTQ social activities | |
| Regularly plans educational events on transgender issues | |
| Regularly offers educational events surrounding intersectionality of identities for LGBTQ people | |
| LGBTQ-inclusive career services |
LGBTQ Housing & Residence Life
| LGBTQ living space, theme floors and/or living-learning community | |
| Roommate matching for LGBTQ students to find LGBTQ-friendly roommate | |
| Gender-inclusive housing for new students | |
| Gender-inclusive housing for returning students | |
| Gender-inclusive/single occupancy restroom facilities in campus housing | |
| Gender-inclusive/single occupancy shower facilities in campus housing | |
| Trains residence life and housing staff at all levels on LGBTQ issues and concerns |
LGBTQ Campus Safety
| Procedure for reporting LGBTQ related bias incidents and hate crimes | |
| Active ongoing training for hate crime prevention | |
| Active outreach to LGBTQ students and student organization | |
| Trains campus police on sexual orientation issues | |
| Trains campus police on gender identity/expression issues | |
| Supports victims of LGBTQ sexual violence and partner violence |
LGBTQ Counseling & Health
| LGBTQ counseling/support groups | |
| Trans-inclusive trained counseling staff | |
| Free, anonymous and accessible HIV/STI testing | |
| LGBTQ-inclusive health information and safer sex materials available | |
| Trans-inclusive student health insurance policy which covers ongoing counseling services | |
| Trans-inclusive student health insurance policy which covers hormone replacement therapy |
LGBTQ Recruitment & Retention
| Annually participates in LGBTQ admission fairs | |
| LGBTQ student scholarships | |
| LGBTQ mentoring program to welcome and assist LGBTQ students in transitioning to academic and college life | |
| Special Lavender or Rainbow Graduation ceremony for LGBTQ students and allies | |
| Admission counselors receive LGBTQ-inclusive training and resources |
