Movers & Shakers

The Rev. Renee McKenzie of the Church of the Advocate allowed an immigrant family to take sanctuary in her church.

Parliamentarian Jacob Kurtz has led Parliament through several conflicts that arose this year.

The director of student-run Emergency Medical Services works with Temple Police to respond to medical emergencies.

A former attorney who was incarcerated teaches a class for returning citizens at PASCEP.

Norris Street resident Guadalupe Portillo has pressured landlords to respect the community surrounding Temple.

Darla Ida Himeles recently earned the K. Patricia Cross Future Leaders Award for teaching in higher education.

Jessica Sandberg was named on The Chronicle’s Influence List for her campaign to welcome international students on campus.

Pepón Osorio has created artwork about disinvestment in Philadelphia communities.

Alumnus Robert Bagramian donated $700,000 to the Kornberg School of Dentistry for scholarships.

Sophomore Whitney King coached in high school and volunteered at a Special Olympics event as a freshman.