October, 2015 - The Temple News

Marching to end oppression

13 October 2015 Angela Gervasi

Different from marches in the past, the 2015 March to End Rape Culture focused on intersectionality by striving to include minorities and the trans community of Philadelphia.

Blockson reveals his collection

13 October 2015 Gillian McGoldrick

Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection is currently showing the exhibit “African-American Education in Philadelphia and Beyond: Past and Present.”

Linh Dang, student, navigates through a fantasy world using the a virtual reality headset at Paley Library’s Digital Scholarship Center Sept. 30. | Geneva Heffernan TTN

Exploring the gaming culture

13 October 2015 Albert Hong

“Games Without Frontiers” is this year’s theme for the library’s program of events.

Help pick next mayor

13 October 2015 Editorial Board

Students should vote to have a say in Philadelphia politics.

In local graveyard, mystery play spins historical tale

13 October 2015 Alexa Zizzi

The Mechanical Theater performed an interactive, suspenseful mystery in the Laurel Hill Cemetery.

Hawaii native fits Temple mold

13 October 2015 Tom Dougherty

Freshman Mia Heirakuji has played in 47 sets this season, totaling 18 digs and seven service aces through 18 games in 2015.

President Theobald speaks at the 2015 State of the University Address Oct. 8 in Mitten Hall. | Abbie Lee TTN

Assessing three of President Theobald’s speeches

13 October 2015 Lian Parsons

The Temple News compared Theobald’s three State of the University addresses.

Mangal-Aarti Devi Dasi (right), one of the organizers of the Bhakti Yoga Club, talks to students about the club’s programs Oct. 1. | Daniel Sebastian TTN

Self-realization through yoga

13 October 2015 Jenny Roberts

The Bhakti Yoga Club hosted an event featuring the world famous monk Devamrita Swami.

Weapons simulator a step toward positive policing

13 October 2015 Jenny Roberts

A virtual representation of Main Campus will help officers prepare for high-security situations.

John Creveling started painting after a Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2009. | JD Mousley TTN

A creative way to cope

13 October 2015 Victoria Mier and Victoria Mier

Alumnus John Creveling’s artwork will be featured in the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation’s 2016 calendar.