2008 - The Temple News

Pounding the pavement

07 October 2008

Streettalkin.com finds a voice by interviewing Philly’s outspoken locals.

Transfer troubles: Campus orientation not worthwhile for most

07 October 2008

Although 2008 was the first-ever year for an on-campus orentation for new Temple transfers, a lack of awareness and socialization at the event caused bitter results.

Talking Futures

07 October 2008 Editorial Board

Temple students deserve to know the reality of job markets before they graduate.

Off-campus holdups

07 October 2008

Several incidents of students being held at gunpoint in the surrounding area have been reported to Temple Police.

Shop Class: Cut from the DIY cloth

07 October 2008

Now that the fall season is finally here, it’s time to snuggle up with knitting needles, sewing machines and easy-to-follow patterns to craft your own handmade wardrobe.

Freshmen bond with upperclassmen in residence halls

07 October 2008

Due to an increase in freshman enrollment in the 2007 and 2008 school years, some residence hall rooms consist of both freshmen and upperclassmen students.

Weeds, litter line N. Phila. streets

07 October 2008

While Temple students are lucky enough to have a clean campus, its neighboring areas see through dirty lenses.

Hacktory offers geek-friendly classes

07 October 2008

The DIY community has long been a prominent force in Philadelphia. Now, the geeks are staking their claim in it.

Gleason: Kicking Sodexo off campus is inefficient

07 October 2008

Some American schools have had successful student-led campaigns to end their contracts with Sodexo. There’s a better way.

Offbeat Academia: Both bikes and cars can be careless

07 October 2008

Even if it’s not your style, it’s beneficial to be a biker in the city.