Temple University has announced its 30 Under 30 honorees for 2026, recognizing young alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields since graduating. The awardees were chosen from over 230 nominations and represent a wide range of professions, including sports and entertainment law, opera performance, environmental planning, data science at the Nike Sport Research Lab, journalism in Washington, and medicine.
Eliza Stasi, associate vice president of advancement engagement at Temple University, said: “Each 30 Under 30 cohort reminds us that Temple’s impact doesn’t end at graduation. These young alumni are building meaningful careers, lifting others as they rise and redefining what leadership looks like across industries. They embody the resilience, ambition and purpose that define the Temple Made spirit.”
The program was established in 2019 through a partnership between Advancement Engagement and Strategic Marketing and Communications. Its goal is to honor young alumni who are pushing boundaries in their professions and communities.
This year’s group includes individuals from Pennsylvania—19 out of the total honorees—as well as recipients from New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Texas, Burkina Faso, Jordan and Ethiopia. The list also features first-generation college graduates and transfer students.
According to Temple University officials, these alumni benefited from hands-on learning experiences during their studies. They participated in internships relevant to their future careers and joined both student groups and professional organizations while attending the university.
The award recipients will be recognized during Temple Made Days scheduled for April 13–19. In advance of this event, they will take over Temple’s social media accounts @TempleUniv and @templealumni to share more about their achievements.
