August 4, 1842. Franklin College became the first college in Indiana to admit women. Founded in 1843, it is a liberal arts college with over 1000 students, now about half women. ABHS has historic information from Franklin College.

August 4, 1842. Franklin College became the first college in Indiana to admit women. Founded in 1843, it is a liberal arts college with over 1000 students, now about half women. ABHS has historic information from Franklin College.