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Frances M. Franklin Academic Alliance

Frances M. Franklin Academic Alliance

The Frances M. Franklin Academic Alliance (FMFAA) is a student-centered community — open to all Tri-C students on every campus. 

Launched in July 2025, the FMFAA is here to boost academic success and guide you through graduation with personalized support, mentorship, leadership development and meaningful opportunities to grow. 

We're not just focused on the classroom — we're focused on you. FMFAA is your community to explore what's possible, prepare for what's next and build a future that matters. 

We offer:

  • Mentoring and Academic Support — Get one-on-one help to stay on track. 
  • Leadership Development — Build skills and find your voice. 
  • Scholarship and Financial Aid Info — Find ways to make college more affordable. 
  • Educational Opportunities — Participate in events and experiences that support your growth. 

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Frances Mason Franklin served as a professor of English at Tri-C from 1969 to 1983, where she made a positive impact on strengthening student retention, academic achievement and faculty development. She helped lay the groundwork for programs that supported student success from entry to graduation.

Throughout her career, Franklin held key roles that advanced the College's mission, including director of the Learning Center and coordinator of developmental education. She was instrumental in designing academic support systems that provided students with the tools to persist and succeed.

Equally committed to her colleagues, she mentored faculty across departments, helping them grow professionally and effectively support their students. She believed that student success was directly linked to strong, well-supported educators — and she devoted herself to both.

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Metropolitan Campus 
Alex B. Johnson Campus Center | MCC 059
216-987-4527
FrancesMFranklinAA@tri-c.edu
 

Jacques O. Smith, Sr. 
Program Manager
jacques.smith@tri-c.edu

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