Franklin Hall‎, Bloomington

Franklin Hall stands as one of the most striking examples of collegiate Gothic architecture on the Indiana University (IU) campus. Originally serving as the campus library, Franklin Hall underwent several transformations. In 1972, following the construction of the main library, it was renamed the Student Services Building. Later, in 1988, it was renamed Franklin Hall in honor of Joseph Amos Franklin, a prominent figure in IU's history.

Over the years, Franklin Hall has housed various university departments, including the Office of the Registrar, Office of the Bursar, IU Parking Operations, and Classroom Technology Services. However, in recent times, the building has been remodeled to serve as the home of the Media School at Indiana University. This extensive renovation aimed to modernize the facility and create an environment conducive to collaborative learning and creative expression in media studies. One of the notable features of Franklin Hall is President's Hall, which was originally the library's reading room. This large meeting room now serves as a central gathering space within the Media School.

Additionally, in 2014, IU dedicated a bronze statue of Ernie Pyle, a former student and Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter, outside Franklin Hall to commemorate the establishment of the Indiana University Media School. Created by IU South Bend emeritus professor Harold “Tuck” Langland, the sculpture depicts Pyle sitting on a wooden munitions crate, reflecting on his typewriter, symbolizing his dedication to communicating the experiences of World War II soldiers to the world.