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“There’s nobody more deserving”: Junior wins scholarship, combats sexual violence

15 December 2024 Bayleh Alexander

Bella Kwok recently received the Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship, granting her $50,000 for tuition along with a $10,000 travel and Airbnb stipend.

From Paley Library to published author: Juliana Pache’s path to crosswords

09 December 2024 Brianna Mack

Juliana Pache, a 2014 Temple alumna, created Black Crossword to represent the Black diaspora in stimulating word games.

International students find holiday home on campus

03 December 2024 Bayleh Alexander

Temple’s international student population combats holiday loneliness by embracing clubs, organizations and culture.

Tyler taking environmental approach to glassmaking

03 December 2024 Mike Nonnemaker

The Tyler School or Art and Architecture’s glass program is using eco-friendly techniques to teach students about sustainable glassmaking.

SEPTA Forward’s trial by fire

03 December 2024 Jadon George

Philly’s transit authority is pressing forward with a sweeping modernization plan despite a recent slew of existential crises.

Pro-Palestinian protestors assail Fry’s record on Polett Walk

23 November 2024 Jadon George

Activists alleged parallels between the new president’s past work and Israeli policy.

Eight Temple affiliates listed among Philly’s most influential figures

19 November 2024 McCaillaigh Rouse

Mitch Morgan, John Fry, Michael Young and five others landed on Philadelphia Magazine’s 2024 edition of “The 150 Most Influential People in Philly” list.

Students find confidence on the TemPole

19 November 2024 Bayleh Alexander and Jadon George

Since Temple’s first and only pole dancing club debuted in 2023, they’ve accumulated more than 100 members and cultivated an empowering environment.

North Philly residents learn digital safety skills

19 November 2024 Mike Nonnemaker

Temple students are teaching community members essential online safety practices and strengthening local connections.

Student organizations, businesses gather for Temple’s first-ever Asian night market

17 November 2024 Jadon George

Business and campus organizations brought the iconic Asian cityscape mainstay to Pollett Walk for a night.