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Inflated amenities prompt shuttle bus

10 February 2009

TSG is set to start shuttle service to shopping centers in South Philadelphia to help fulfill students’ needs.

Moving On

05 February 2009

Elkins Park Students Become Commuters

Salmonella scare skips on-campus eateries

03 February 2009

Dining Services ensures the safety of the peanut products served at Temple.

Program combats high illiteracy rate

03 February 2009

A silent epidemic is spreading in Philadelphia, according to a National Center for Education Statistics report released earlier this year. One in five Philadelphians has literacy issues. Approximately 200,000 people in Philadelphia read at or

Applications pour in despite economy

03 February 2009

The faltering economy makes Temple an attractive, affordable option for prospective students, but academics still come first for hopeful Owls.

Conwell’s ‘acres’ of success

03 February 2009

From its humble beginnings as a night school, Temple has become a first-class school.

Alumni achievements add to legacy, progression

03 February 2009

From Pulitzer Prize winners to renowned comedians, Temple’s vast alumni network carries diplomas and memories along with career accolades.

Professor retires after 40 years

03 February 2009

Thaddeus Mathis is retiring after nearly 40 years but isn’t done teaching yet.

President Hart aids mayor in budget reforms

03 February 2009

Presiding over Temple isn’t President Ann Weaver Hart’s only job. Recently, she added fixing the city of Philadelphia’s budget to her résumé. Hart is one of the seven private sector leaders chosen to aid Mayor

Campaign surpasses $300M as FY ends

03 February 2009

The $350 million Access to Excellence campaign nears its goal following a number of large donations.