Emily Franklin is a freshman at the University of Florida, majoring in business administration with a specialization in mass communications and minor in Spanish. She is blending her passions for writing, connection, and culture through her involvements, serving as a copy editor for The Independent Florida Alligator, and a mentor for UF NaviGators International.
Emily is exploring possible career paths in marketing, advertising and public relations, and she is excited to connect with her readers at HerCampus. Through her articles, she hopes to empower, inspire, and strengthen the community of women within UF. She finds inspiration from several influential women including Alex Cooper, Taylor Swift and Emma Chamberlain.
She is originally from Long Island, New York and in her free time, she loves to spend time with family and friends, workout, and try new coffee shops and restaurants. She is an avid reader and die-hard Hunger Games and Harry Potter fan.