Matthew Aquino

Philadelphia Lyft driver’s song celebrates college students

26 June 2021 Rosie Leonard and Matthew Aquino

Fred Brown’s “Congratulations” reminds students to avoid stressing too much and celebrate how far they’ve come.

Temple students discuss in person commencement plans

27 April 2021 Matthew Aquino

Each college and school will hold separate in-person, outdoor commencement ceremonies.

Vaccinated Temple students discuss social boundaries, travel

13 April 2021 Matthew Aquino

After being vaccinated, students are debating if they feel safe seeing friends and family.

Students attend discussion on college debt

07 March 2021 Matthew Aquino

Faculty members Richard Deeg and Sara Goldrick-Rab led a “teach-in” about student loan debt, the cost of college and government support for higher education.

Temple students, faculty discuss spring schedule changes

02 March 2021 Matthew Aquino

With two Wellness Days, students and faculty are concerned about little time off from class.

Temple students’ organization hosts food, clothing drives

16 February 2021 Matthew Aquino

Three students created Love Your Neighbor Philly in January and recently donated to the Germantown Community Fridge.

Temple students alter Thanksgiving plans and traditions

17 November 2020 Matthew Aquino

As COVID-19 cases rise, students alter celebration plans with family and friends for the holiday.

Here’s how Temple’s few in-person classes are operating

13 October 2020 Matthew Aquino

From socially-distant music ensembles to dance classes outside, students and professors are adjusting to in-person learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.