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We Salute Our Fall 2023 Graduates
Franklin University’s 175th Commencement Ceremony honors the achievements of 883 graduates, who represent 45 states and 27 countries.
Earning a degree is a significant accomplishment – and doing so while balancing family, work and other life commitments make this milestone even more meaningful. While the diploma certifies our graduates’ new-found knowledge and skills, it is also a testament to the abilities they relied on to reach the finish line – hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
We are proud to celebrate the successes of our Fall 2023 graduates. Congratulations!
A recording of the ceremony has been posted below for on-demand access.
Bailey Award Winners
Dr. Kris Wilson has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare field and is currently a chief information officer and hospital administrator for a regional healthcare system. She holds a bachelor's degree in organizational management, a master's in healthcare administration, and a doctorate in health science. Dr. Wilson empowers her students to be change agents and to position themselves as our future healthcare leaders. She believes in applying concepts and real-world examples to the coursework to prepare students for the challenges in the healthcare field. Her teaching philosophy includes discussing relevant applications of the material to a student's current or future work environment and inspiring students to use the course material to immediately improve their practices.
Jo Ann Judy teaches research writing and interpersonal communication. Prior to joining Franklin University, she taught courses at several community colleges and adult education programs and conducted training workshops for a variety of businesses and government agencies. She has enjoyed a career as an independent writer, contributing hundreds of articles to a wide range of consumer, business and trade publications as well as contributing to a post-secondary textbook on communication for the workplace. She also has provided editorial services for several educational publishers and has designed and developed numerous workbooks, training manuals and other educational materials. Jo Ann holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from The Ohio State University.
Outstanding Graduation Honorees
Cheryl Stewart is a technology and engineering professional with a distinguished career spanning diverse roles and responsibilities. Currently serving as an information technology leader at Sinclair College, she leads a dynamic team spearheading software architecture, design, development and support for critical institutional systems. She excels in creating visionary strategies and steering the direction of administrative systems to meet the evolving needs of the college. In addition to her professional roles, Cheryl is a respected member of Sinclair's Computer Information Systems Advisory Board, contributing to curriculum development and industry trends. She is also actively involved in committees dedicated to enhancing student success. Today, Cheryl adds a Doctor of Business Administration degree to her wealth of experience.
Trevor George Moore is a leader dedicated to operational efficiency and excellence. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) graduate also earned Lean Six Sigma White Belt certification and an MBA Foundations microcredential. Beyond academics, Trevor is actively involved in community service that includes volunteer clean-up efforts, food drives and supporting veterans in job placement. Underlining his dedication to sustainability is his passion for utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies to reduce carbon emissions worldwide. Trevor's personal and professional experiences reflect his desire to positively impact his industry and his community to create a brighter and more sustainable future.
Rachel Ballowe is a refugee social worker and supervises other social workers with a goal of ensuring excellent case management for clients. She believes that everyone can live their best life given the right support and resources. Prior to completing her B.S. Social Sciences from Franklin, she earned associate degrees in psychology and social work. Rachel is also a certified financial coach and certified in mental health first aid. In addition to her professional and academic accomplishments, she is a mother of three and is highly engaged with church and community activities.
Social Media Toolkit
Below, you will find our official Franklin-branded commencement social media toolkit. Please feel free to download a graphic and share your Franklin pride on your social media to commemorate this milestone! Be sure to tag us and hashtag: #DreamsComeTrueAtFranklinU!
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