F&M in the News
LancasterOnline | June 9, 2026
LancasterOnline reported on F&M's announcement of Tim Sweeney as its new men鈥檚 basketball
coach.
New York Times | June 7, 2026
F&M alumnus James Lapine '71 was featured in the New York Times for receiving a Special
Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement.
WGAL | May 23, 2026
F&M political expert Berwood Yost, Director of the Center for Opinion Research, lent
his expertise to WGAL, providing critical context on historical incumbent advantages
as Governor Josh Shapiro and Treasurer Stacy Garrity pivot to the general election.
WITF | May 20, 2026
WITF featured the insights of F&M political experts Stephen Medvic, The Honorable
and Mrs. John C. Kunkel Professor of Government, and Berwood Yost, Director of the
Center for Opinion Research, who analyzed primary results and public opinion.
The Philadelphia Inquirer | May 18, 2026
The Philadelphia Inquirer highlighted F&M鈥檚 graduation ceremony in its roundup of
the region's most memorable commencement moments, spotlighting the powerful and inspiring
messages delivered to the Class of 2026.
WGAL | May 14, 2026
Temple Now reported that Temple University President John Fry was awarded an honorary
Doctorate of Humane Letters by Franklin & Marshall College, the institution's highest
honor recognizing intellect, creativity, and character.
LancasterOnline | April 21, 2026
LancasterOnline reported on a $3.2 million gift to the College from Ken Mehlman 鈥�88,
Franklin & Marshall College Trustee and Board Vice Chair, which will launch a new
leadership institute.
WITF | April 20, 2026
WGAL reported on the opening of a new emergency response hub at F&M, highlighting
how the facility will serve the local community and act as a training space for aspiring
student EMTs.
LancasterOnline | April 17, 2026
LancasterOnline highlighted the return of local acclaimed poet Monica Sok, who was
featured as an emerging writer at the College's annual Emerging Writers Festival.
LancasterOnline | April 11, 2026
LancasterOnline reported on F&M鈥檚 Commonwealth Commitment, a new financial aid initiative
that offers free tuition for in-state students from low-income households and caps
tuition costs for middle-income families.
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