F&M in the News
Time Out New York | Aug. 14, 2026
F&M's home city of Lancaster was featured in Time Out New York as an ideal destination
for a weekend getaway.
Franklin & Marshall College and Lancaster Stormers Announce Historic 8-Year Partnership
Naming Penn Medicine Park the Home of Diplomats Baseball
August 2026
A new historic partnership between F&M Diplomats baseball and the Lancaster Stormers
has been covered by various broadcast news stations, including , , , and .
LNP | Lancaster Online | Aug. 12, 2026
F&M Director of Athletics and Recreation Lauren Packer Webster and Lancaster Stormers
CEO discuss an eight-year agreement establishing Penn Medicine Park as F&M basketball鈥檚
official home stadium.
Daily Mail | Aug. 11, 2026
Research by Carlota Batres, F&M associate professor of psychology, was featured with
a particular focus on hair color and perception of skin appearance.
Psychology Today | Aug. 10, 2026
Carlota Batres, F&M associate professor of psychology, published new research findings on background
color and hair color influence on skin appearance.
Financial Times | Aug. 8, 2026
Danish Khan, F&M associate professor of economics, provided insight into election-related
violence in Kashmir, a Himalayan territory that both India and Pakistan claim.
LNP | Lancaster Online | Aug. 6, 2026
F&M鈥檚 first Brewing Science course, led by Professor of Neuroscience Robert Jinks,
taught students the science behind brewing beer and culminated with a tasting event.
NPR | Aug. 5, 2026
Danish Khan, F&M associate professor of economics, spoke with Steve Inskeep, a host
of NPR's Morning Edition, regarding protests in Kashmir, the region split between
Pakistan and India.
The New York Times | Aug. 4, 2026
Danish Khan, F&M associate professor of economics, provided insight into conflict
over Kashmir, a Himalayan territory that both India and Pakistan claim.
WHYY | Aug. 4, 2026
Berwood Yost, director of F&M's Center for Opinion Research, discussed factors that
could impact 2026 election results to control the Pennsylvania State Senate.
WGAL | Aug. 4, 2026
Berwood Yost, director of F&M's Center for Opinion Research, provided insights regarding
Pennsylvania voter registration and party-switching trends.
Central Penn Business Journal | July 30, 2026
F&M President Andrew Rich was recognized by the Central Penn Business Journal as one
of the most influential leaders driving Central Pennsylvania鈥檚 economy.
Pennsylvania Capital-Star | July 27, 2026
With less than 100 days until the 2026 November election, Capital Star turned to Berwood
Yost, the director of F&M's Center for Opinion Research, for commentary on pivotal
Pennsylvania races that could have national implications.
LNP | Lancaster Online | July 24, 2026
F&M students will research the Witness Stones Project, an initiative to raise awareness
about the presence of slavery in the northern colonies and states.
PA Department of Community & Economic Development | July 17, 2026
The College鈥檚 planned Mehlman Center for Strength, Conditioning, Wellness and Performance
is included in an announcement about the Commonwealth鈥檚 Redevelopment Assistance Capital
Program.
abc27 | July 17, 2026
An F&M professor and student were interviewed on abc27 News. Professor of Geosciences
Robert Walter 鈥75 discussed air quality concerns and student Julian Marsh 鈥28 demonstrated
how to check filters from an air sampler on campus.
LNP | Lancaster Online | July 17, 2026
As Canadian wildfire smoke seeped into Lancaster, F&M Professor of Geosciences Robert
Walter 鈥75, student Julian Marsh 鈥28, and local scientist Eric Schwarz discussed ongoing
research and current findings from an air sampler on campus.
WGAL | July 17, 2026
WGAL turned to Berwood Yost, the director of F&M's Center for Opinion Research, for
expert commentary on a July 16 address by President Donald Trump.
Philadelphia Business Journal | July 9, 2026
F&M graduate Dr. Richard Snyder 鈥77, Independence Blue Cross executive vice president and chief operating officer,
was recently recognized for his industry leadership, earning both national and regional
honors.
Johns Hopkins Magazine | July 9, 2026
The SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University is developing an initiative in
central Pennsylvania with F&M, the Alliance for Trust in Media, and Get Real news
to test whether local journalism can foster more constructive conversations about
U.S. history.
PennLive; July 9, 2023 | July 9, 2026
Berwood Yost, director of the Center for Opinion Research at F&M, provided commentary
on an unprecedented joint fundraising committee formed by Democratic Sen. John Fetterman
and Republican Sen. Dave McCormick.
LNP | LancasterOnline | July 6, 2026
Alison Kibler, F&M professor of American studies and women's, gender & sexuality studies,
was featured in LNP | LancasterOnline for her research into Lancaster's past, which
brings unearthed local history to life through 90-minute guided walking tours.
LNP | LancasterOnline | July 4, 2026
F&M College Archives & Special Collections was credited in LNP | LancasterOnline for
housing the , which served as a primary research source for the article.
HuffPost News | July 3, 2026
F&M religious studies professor David McMahan was quoted in HuffPost News, providing
historical context on the roles Buddhism and Hinduism have played in American culture
since the 19th century.
ABC27 News | July 2, 2026
Two F&M students 鈥 Jesse Sippl 鈥28 and Julia Walsh 鈥28 鈥 were featured on ABC27 News
for their work with Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association (LSRA), a watchdog nonprofit
dedicated to improving the ecological health of the Susquehanna River watershed and
the Chesapeake Bay.
JoySauce | June 30, 2026
The 2024 F&M Global Barometer of Gay Rights (GBGR) was referenced in JoySauce as a
primary metric illustrating South Korea鈥檚 "F" grade, grounding the article鈥檚 critique
of existing legal frameworks while highlighting how the K-pop industry is driving
a cultural shift forward.
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Tribune-Review; PennLive | June 29, 2026
F&M alumnus Maj. Richard D. Winters '41 was highlighted in the Tribune-Review and
PennLive after the state Senate passed a resolution on Monday urging Congress to posthumously
award him the Medal of Honor.
Franklin & Marshall Poll
June and July 2026
The June 2026 Franklin & Marshall College Poll was referenced in several news outlets
including , , , , , , and .
LNP | LancasterOnline | June 9, 2026
LNP | 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.
LNP | LancasterOnline | April 21, 2026
LNP | 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.
LNP | LancasterOnline | April 17, 2026
LNP | 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.
LNP | LancasterOnline | April 11, 2026
LNP | 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.
August 13, 2026 Corina Curry 鈥29 isn鈥檛 just studying marine life 鈥 she鈥檚 finding her voice as an educator. As an intern with Ocean Connections in Hershey, Pa., Curry works directly with pinnipeds and leads conservation-based programming. 鈥淚 have found educating the public on this incredible species to be highly rewarding,鈥 she said. August 10, 2026 F&M and the Lancaster Stormers announced an eight-year agreement establishing Penn Medicine Park as the official home stadium for F&M baseball. Under the multi-year partnership, all Diplomats baseball practices and home games will take place at the award-winning facility, providing student-athletes, coaches, and fans with an upgraded collegiate baseball experience. August 10, 2026 Layla Beyer 鈥27 is getting a firsthand look at how communities unite through a shared love of the arts. Beyer, who studies history of art and architecture and theatre, is interning with the Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show. 鈥淚t is really inspiring to see this kind of work get done for the love of people and art,鈥 she said.The Latest From F&M
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