April, 2009 - The Temple News

Contract negotiation struggles continue

16 April 2009

After three offers since January, the Temple Association of University Professionals and the university have yet to come to an agreement over the union’s contract, which expired in October.

TUrDoor debut satisfies students

14 April 2009

TUrDoor, the university’s newest shuttle service, has increased in ridership among students who live off campus.

Vicarious Ventures: Temple Shotokan Club

14 April 2009 Greg Trainor

Columnist Greg Trainor tests his character by practicing martial arts with the Temple Shotokan club.

Two-wheel safety is paramount

14 April 2009 Michael Bixler

First-time riders often unknowingly risk their lives when they take to the streets on their bikes.

Hip-Hop Funk an intense workout

14 April 2009 Stephanie Mullen

Why go to Funkytown when the IBC is right on campus? Cardiovascular workouts can make it difficult for participants to remain motivated as they exercise. The IBC Student Recreation Center offers a new cardio session

National Day of Silence starting to lose gay voice

14 April 2009

Members of the LGBTQI community often face physical and mental abuse because of their sexual orientations, and their silent protest falls short of solving the problem.

Ad Sense

14 April 2009 Editorial Board

Temple unnecessarily spends $115,000 on advertising to deliver the facts.

TU comics take the stage in national competition

14 April 2009

Temple sent eight stand-up comedians to the ‘Regional Rivals’ round of the national comedy ompetition.

Teddi Tarnoff: Philly’s own heavy metal rockette

14 April 2009 Meg Frankowski

Q&A with Teddi Tarnoff, member of all-girl tribute band Queen Diamond and Misstallica.

Saturday’s main event belongs to Valli’s nine

14 April 2009

Though it likely won’t draw a crowd like the football team will, the baseball team’s game against Charlotte, scheduled for 1 p.m. at the Ambler Sports Complex, is Cherry and White Day’s most unheralded show.