
April 1, 2026
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.
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April 1, 2026
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.
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March 26, 2026
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.
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March 26, 2026
A Temple University expert addresses growing concerns about classroom screen time as parents question its impact on student learning. Shana Levi-Nielsen discusses both the benefits and drawbacks of educational technology.
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March 24, 2026
Temple University has secured multiple Campus250 grants supporting cybersecurity education clinics and social justice exhibits ahead of America's semiquincentennial celebration in 2026. Projects involve collaborations among faculty members, students, local organizations such as IDEAL office suite transformations into museums highlighting historic changemakers.
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March 20, 2026
Temple University celebrates one year in the University Innovation Alliance by advancing efforts focused on student retention and career readiness. Initiatives include gathering feedback on first-year experiences and partnering with Georgia State University's National Institute for Student Success.
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March 13, 2026
Temple University welcomed over 400 Philadelphia students for its annual George Washington Carver Science Fair. Participants showcased projects ranging from water quality analysis to plastics recycling research while engaging with university faculty and student mentors.
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March 10, 2026
Temple University hosted its first annual Engineering Expo on Feb. 26 during National Engineers Week. The event featured hands-on demonstrations and welcomed over 400 guests including local K–12 students.
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March 9, 2026
Temple University researchers have helped discover one of the world's largest cold-water coral reefs off Argentina's coast. Their work includes mapping untouched ecosystems, restoring damaged areas with artificial structures, and fostering international scientific collaboration.
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March 9, 2026
A new study finds that Temple University and its health system generate over $11 billion for Pennsylvania's economy while supporting nearly 52,000 jobs statewide. The report highlights significant research funding from outside Pennsylvania as well as major contributions through healthcare services.
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