Join ACM Club: Your Gateway to Tech Excellence!

Are you looking to sharpen your technical skills, collaborate with like-minded peers, and gain real-world experience? The ACM Club at Franklin is the perfect place to connect, learn, and grow! With a diverse range of clubs focused on cutting-edge fields, there’s something for everyone.

Why Join an ACM Club?

? Hands-on Learning: Gain experience in cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, web development, Python programming, and more.

? Networking Opportunities: Engage with fellow students and industry professionals.

? Career Advancement: Build your portfolio, gain leadership experience, and prepare for job opportunities.

? Collaborative Environment: Work on exciting projects and solve real-world problems with supportive peers.

?? Club Meetings

• ?? CLOUD Club – Thursdays at 7 PM (5 active members). Mentor: Mohammad Abu Shattal
• ?? Cybersecurity Club – Wednesdays at 7 PM (17 active members). Mentor: Denise Kinsey - Bergstrom, Ph.D, CISSP, CCISO, PMP
• ?? Web Development Club – Tuesdays at 7 PM (9 active members). Mentor: Kagan U.
• ?? Data Analytics Club – Fridays at 1 PM (12 active members). Mentor: Jiang Li
• ?? Python Club – Wednesdays at 8 PM (8 active members). Mentor: Kemal Aydin

?? Leadership & General Meetings

• Leaders Club – Fridays at 11:30 AM (8 active members)
• General ACM Club Meeting – Fridays 12–1 PM (open to all members)
• Team Leaders' 1:1 Meetings – Weekly with Kemal Aydin
• Daily Progress Reports – Leaders share updates in the team leaders’ channel to stay accountable and overcome obstacles.

?? Success Stories: Meet Our Rising Stars!

Cybersecurity Club

• Jacob Oglesbee is the current leader. He has been leading efforts in preparing for major cybersecurity competitions like NCL, he shared presentations about Azure Resource Graph and live malware analysis.
• Adonnis Alexander became the VP of the group, secured mentorship with Dr. Denise, built strong networking connections, and participated in National Cyber League training.

Web Development Club

• Jacob Bria is the group leader, he landed multiple internships, including a help desk and another as web dev role at NREMT, while actively developing dynamic blog projects for the club.
• Chris Johnson spearheaded backend development for club projects and integrated APIs for real-world simulations.

CLOUD Club

• Bhargav G connected with industry professionals, launched his Medium blog on Leetcode, and actively prepares for FAANG-level coding interviews.
• Chris Johnson became the VP.

Data Analytics Club

• Nargis Ahmed Orthi is the previous group leader. She got a job offer and currently working. She has connected with faculty mentors, worked on Power BI skill-building, and applied analytics insights to real-world problems.

Career Launchpad

• Nicholas Phipps engaged in providing scholarship resources, job application tips to students. He got a cybersecurity job offer and currently moved to LA.
• Adonnis Alexander , Lisa G. , and Sara Zahredine helped with scholarship resource development. Thanks for their support.

These members are paving the way with real-world projects, networking, and skill-building that translate directly into career opportunities. You could be next!

?? Get Involved Today!

Whether you're interested in building your cloud skills, securing networks, analyzing data, or developing web applications, there’s a club for you. Join a thriving community of learners and innovators.

??Franklin Students Join ACM Club Today and Start Your Tech Journey!

Empower Innovation: Collaborate with Our Students on Real-World Projects!

Are you a company or nonprofit looking for innovative solutions and fresh perspectives? Our ACM student clubs are eager to collaborate on real-world projects in:

• Software Development: Web and mobile applications, system automation, and API integrations.
• Cybersecurity Audits: Threat analysis, penetration testing, and security best practices.
• Cloud Solutions: Infrastructure setup, cloud security, and DevOps pipelines.
• Data Analytics & AI: Business intelligence dashboards, predictive modeling, and machine learning applications.

Why Work with ACM Clubs?

? Access to Skilled Talent – Our students are eager to apply their skills to meaningful challenges.

? Fresh & Innovative Ideas – Get creative, cutting-edge solutions from passionate learners.

? Low-Cost, High-Impact – Collaborate with future professionals while supporting student development.

? Community Engagement – Strengthen your organization’s ties to academia and contribute to workforce readiness.

How to Get Involved

?? Submit a Project Proposal: Email us at acm@franklin.edu or kemal.aydin@franklin.edu with a description of your project needs.

?? Engage with Students: Attend one of our club meetings to discuss your project directly with members.

?? Mentorship & Guidance: Provide real-world insights and mentorship to help students apply their skills effectively.

Let’s build something great together! Whether you’re looking for tech solutions or want to mentor the next generation of professionals, ACM Clubs are the perfect partner.