2012 - The Temple News

Scouting sweet treats

13 February 2012 Caitlin Weigel

The only mushy aspect of my Valentine’s Day is going to be moist cake and icing blending together in my mouth. Despite your feelings on the “big V,” I think we can all get behind

Race and class take center stage

13 February 2012 Matt Flocco

“Pudd’nhead Wilson” opened on Main Campus Feb. 8. An actor sits in blackface on the stage, strumming a banjo as the audience enters Randall Theater. From this point forward, the audience knows that Temple Theaters’

Scenic spots encourage romantic moments

13 February 2012 Joseph Schaefer

Public make-out sessions have become an ever-evolving art, and getting that special kiss in Philadelphia is not the easiest task. That special romantic overlook or little hidden corner of the city isn’t always easy to

Aligning priorities: Corbett’s proposed budget includes slash to Temple’s funding

13 February 2012 Angelo Fichera and Sean Carlin

Another proposed cut to Temple’s funding leaves its future as an accessible, public school in question. If one travels to Harrisburg, they’ll find a familiar name carved on the frieze of the Pennsylvania department of

Task force charged with evaluating student-community relations yet to issue final report to public

13 February 2012 Amelia Brust

At tonight’s General Assembly meeting, TSG members discussed upcoming events and the Community and Student Issues and Concerns Task Force. Ugo Obilo, Temple Student Government vice president of services, said today, Feb. 13, that the

Love bites

13 February 2012 Alexandra Olivier

Restaurants throughout the city are encouraging their patrons’ romantic appetites on Valentine’s Day with special aphrodisiac menus for the holiday. Love and food easily go hand in hand. So it’s no surprise that many restaurants

‘Greenspace’ offers earth-friendly gift and date ideas

13 February 2012 Marisa Steinberg

Columnist Marisa Steinberg advocates for handmade gifts and local fare. There are few greater turn-offs than gazing into the eyes of your beloved knowing they just overlooked a recycling bin and tossed an empty soda

Columnist forgoes 14th fun

13 February 2012 Brandon Baker

Columnist Brandon Baker breaks down the five reasons he’s happy to be single on the 14th. Cast down your ice cream tubs, single ladies, because single gay men hate Valentine’s Day just as much as

Keep V-day affections behind closed doors

13 February 2012 Victoria Marchiony

Columnist Victoria Marchiony reclaims the 14th as a day for loving all. I love Valentine’s Day. Despite never having been in a relationship during this Hallmark holiday, I have consistently been blessed with single friends who

Broadi Gras celebration falls short of expectations

13 February 2012 Luis Rodriguez

Year-long plans for the Feb. 18 Broad Street party are not as big as once thought. Last year, sophomore sports management major Dan Pulse came up with the idea of Broadi Gras. The idea was