November, 2011 - The Temple News

Foster the People tops pop music charts

14 November 2011 Kevin Stairiker

Columnist Kevin Stairiker says that sudden pop charts fame comes at a price for serious musicians. I like to think that more often than not, I generally know what the popular hits of the day are.

Innovation, art and design unite at TEDxPhilly

14 November 2011 Sara Khan

TEDxPhilly brought together urban designers, scholars, artists and reform advocates, among others, to discuss issues in Philadelphia. In an effort to advance positive change, TEDxPhilly aimed to ignite a dialogue. The second annual lecture series

Bakery puts creative twist on doughy classic

14 November 2011 Caitlin Weigel

Columnist Caitlin Weigel said that a lengthy trek to South Philly’s Federal Donuts is worth the trip, but make sure to get there early. The hype for Federal Donuts began early in the summer and

First Person Arts Fest

14 November 2011 Luis Rodriguez

The First Person Arts Festival, which runs through Nov. 20, celebrated its 10th anniversary this year. At their kickoff slam on Nov. 10, authors vied for the title of “Best Storyteller in Philadelphia.’ Founded in

Owls get revenge against Dukes

12 November 2011 Jake Adams

Women’s volleyball snaps three-game losing streak in final weekend. It took far longer than the team wanted, but the women’s volleyball team finally came away with the win in a nail bitter against Duquesne on

Women’s basketball stomps Miami (Ohio) in opener

11 November 2011 Connor Showalter

The women’s basketball team trailed only once against Miami (Ohio) in its season opener at McGonigle Hall on Friday when the RedHawks scored the first bucket of the contest. After the Owls claimed the lead,

Temple V. Miami

10 November 2011 Abi Reimold and Sam Oshlag

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Owls pick up key MAC win

10 November 2011 Joey Cranney

The Owls improved to second place in the MAC East with a win over Miami (Ohio). The football team was able to fight through internal health issues and outstanding play from the opposing quarterback in

Coach boasts national talent

08 November 2011 Daniel Craig

First-year women’s rowing coach Jason Read is, in the physical sense, an atypical rower. Standing at 6-feet tall, Read is relatively short for a rower. All throughout his career, he has had to work a

Temple Open highlights flaws

08 November 2011 Anthony Bellino

The fencing team placed several fencers in its first tournament of the season at the 32nd annual Temple Open, but squad members said they still have room to improve. The Owls were able to send