Ava Chuppe
Staff Writer
achuppe@murraystate.edu
H.C. Franklin Hall – the home of the Terrapins and the Honors Living Learning Community – was voted as the best place to live on campus.
Freshman English education major Sadie Boggs said Franklin is the perfect residential hall.
“It’s easy to find a quiet place to study when I need it, both in my room and in the study rooms,” Boggs said. “But Franklin is also perfect when I’m ready to put down my homework and hang out with friends. We often spend time playing board games and pool or watching movies in the lounges. It’s a great dorm for every occasion of college life.”
College Head Eric Umstead said Franklin has a tradition of cheerfully supporting all residential college participants in competitive events.
“I am most proud of our students who not only win with grace and poise, but also show courtesy, respect, and offer sincere congratulations when we don’t win,” Umstead said.
During April’s annual awards ceremony for Murray State’s chapter of the National Residence Hall Honorary, Franklin was recognized as Hall of the Year and earned the Spirit Flag. The Hall also won awards for best responsibility, best educational and best social programs, among others.
Umstead said he is proud of the unique community of students at Franklin.
“We realize that the world is changing and that there is a need to build an strengthen relationships throughout our college, the university, and the global community, rather than simply concentrating on things that are self-centered or that benefit only certain groups of students,” Umstead said.
Sophomore music business major and Resident Adviser Cyon Sailor says her role allows her the opportunity to befriend new people.
“I see so many new people from sitting at the desk and hosting programs,” Sailor said. “Meeting and working with members of RCC has been one of the best parts of my semester, and I look forward to befriending more new faces next year.”
Junior organizational communications major Ana Moyers has served as president of the Residential College Council at Franklin for two years. She says Franklin has given her the support she needed to grow as a student leader.
“I have grown so close to the residents of Franklin, and they have my whole heart,” Moyers said. “I have gotten to plan so many events for the building and work with its residents. I can safely say we are like no other.”