b'DR. YANG JOINS RANKS OF FRANKLIN FULBRIGHT WINNERSDr. Yi Yang, chair for Franklins masters andFor 75 years, Fulbright honorees haveDr. Yang shares, I am extremely doctoral programs in instructional design,inspired individuals, communitieshonored to receive the Fulbright Scholar can now add Fulbright Scholar to herand the world with their creativityAward. I am humbled to join this group impressive list of credentials. Dr. Yang willand thought-provoking work, whileof individuals, many who have become hold the formal title of Research Chair ofstrengthening cross-cultural ties. Dr.heads of state, judges, ambassadors, Education at the University of Alberta Yangs U.S. Fulbright Scholar AwardCEOs, university presidents, Nobel during the summer of 2022, coinciding is accompanied by a $25,000 grantlaureates and Pulitzer Prize winners. with her scheduled sabbatical.and the opportunity to provideI look forward to representing academic services, such as short- Franklin University in the Fulbright Dr. Yang shares this accomplishment withterm lecturing, conducting seminars,75th anniversary celebration and Franklins current Fulbright Specialists, Dr.teacher training, assessments andcollaborating with scholars in Canada Joel Gardner, Dr. Kelly Renner, Dr. Jonathanevaluations, special conferences oron the education research!McCombs, and former Fulbright Specialist,workshops, as well as collaborating Dr. Christopher Washington and formeron faculty development and associate provost Dr. Karen Miner-Romanoff. curriculum or institutional planning.PRESIDENT DECKER HONORED AMONG SMART 50I consider this award to be a tribute to the outstanding work of the entire Franklin community in supporting and advancing our students, validating Franklins distinction as Ohios #1 nonprofit university for online degrees.President David Decker was namedapplied doctoral programs that provide a Smart 50 honoree, placing himaccess to higher education, personal among central Ohios top executivesgrowth, and professional achievement. for 2021. Smart 50 honorees areIn addition, the University has selected from an extensive listamplified and strengthened its of nominees for their ability topartnerships both domestically and effectively build and lead successfulinternationally, continuing to be organizations. Nominees werea distinctive characteristic of the considered based on their success University, led by Dr. Decker.in the area of innovation, impactand sustainability. It is a tremendous honor to be named among central Ohios Smart Dr. Decker was recognized for his50 top executives. Rather than an innovation and transformationalacknowledgement of my own work, leadership as a president, as wellI consider this award to be a tribute as his long history of service to theto the outstanding work of the entire greater-Columbus community. UnderFranklin community in supporting and Dr. Deckers leadership, Franklin hasadvancing our students, validating embarked on several innovativeFranklins distinction as Ohios #1 initiatives, including: expanding itsnonprofit university for online degrees. academic offerings to include four new masters programs and five new Clocktower | Franklin News 7'