August, 2017 - The Temple News

South Philly anime convention draws hundreds

29 August 2017 Jamie Cottrell

Hundreds of people flocked to 2300 Arena in South Philadelphia last weekend for J-1 Con, the largest anime convention in the city. This convention is “held by nerds for nerds,” wrote Jason Richardson, the president

Writer-in-residence joins faculty

29 August 2017 Amanda Lien

Novelist Liz Moore will work with graduate students this semester.

After personal best, Ashton Dunkley seeks to improve

29 August 2017 Michael Zingrone

The junior ran a 6,000-meter race in just more than 23 minutes last October in the conference meet.

TSG’s Ethics Board begins work for accountability

29 August 2017 Amanda Lien

The Ethics Board, which monitors Parliament and the Executive Branch, was one of Activate TU’s main campaign promises.

Philosophy helps us answer big questions

29 August 2017 Jenny Roberts

Students should consider taking a philosophy class to increase their understanding of themselves and others.

First-year students: keep health in mind

29 August 2017 Jayna Schaffer

It’s important for freshmen to be aware of health resources offered on Main Campus.

Maggie Wadsworth’s overtime goal extends women’s soccer’s winless streak

28 August 2017 Dan Wilson

The Lehigh University sophomore scored in the 107th minute at the Temple Sports Complex to hand the Owls a 2-1 loss, their third straight.

Senior forward/midfielder Alyssa Delp (right), defends during the Owls’ 3-2 overtime victory Saturday against Villanova. | Evan Easterling TTN

Field hockey looking for ‘grit’ on defense after loss to Bucknell

27 August 2017 Donovan Hugel

The Owls recorded four shots on goal and allowed three goals on penalty corners in a two-goal loss at Howarth Field.

Volleyball finishes with 1-2 mark at Maryland Invitational

27 August 2017 Austin Ampeloquio

The Owls lost to the University of Maryland Baltimore County and tournament host University of Maryland on Saturday.

Temple struggles offensively in season opener

26 August 2017 Ben Blaustein

St. Joseph’s outshot Temple by 13 in its 4-1 win on Friday at Howarth Field.