Temple University hosted its annual Three-minute Thesis Competition on March 26 with doctoral students presenting concise summaries of their research projects. Winners included Doyoung Kim for surgical needle strategies and Kristina Westover for teacher resilience studies.
Temple University sent 33 students to Harrisburg as part of its annual advocacy day seeking continued state funding. Students met lawmakers wearing traditional red-and-white shirts while sharing how Commonwealth funds help keep tuition affordable.
Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine celebrated Match Day as graduating students learned their residency placements nationwide. Students shared emotional reactions as they prepared for new chapters in their medical careers.
Temple University has partnered with the School District of Philadelphia on a new initiative supporting two North Philadelphia public schools through embedded learning environments. The program aims to improve educational outcomes by integrating teacher preparation programs into local classrooms while offering family engagement workshops.
Temple University has been awarded $1.5 million in federal funds for its Philadelphia Healthy and Safe Schools (PHASeS) initiative supporting behavioral health services in North Philadelphia schools. The expansion includes additional partner schools starting fall 2026.
Temple University reports its Main Campus has almost 1,300 diverse trees supporting local ecology while reducing pollution levels annually. Students participate in maintaining an interactive tree map as part of ongoing sustainability efforts.
Temple University’s #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship has helped international students achieve academic success and begin careers at major organizations such as Coriell Institute for Medical Research and SAP. Recipients credit faculty guidance and community involvement for shaping their paths.
Erik Cordes from Temple University has been named a fellow by the American Association for the Advancement of Science for his work exploring and protecting deep ocean habitats. His research includes discovering large coral reefs off North America and Argentina while pioneering restoration methods after environmental disasters.
Mallorie Marsan shares how her Haitian heritage drives her passion for public health research and youth organizing at Temple University. She discusses balancing leadership roles on campus while preparing for law school focused on equity.
Temple University has received a $500,000 anonymous donation for its football Competitive Excellence Fund. The gift aims to boost recruitment and retention efforts as part of broader plans for athletic success.