Brian Mengini – Temple Update

Women’s Rights Rally

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 20:43:42 +0000

Advocates from Rise Up For Abortion Rights, Afghans of Philly and Philly Iran joined forces in a rally of Solidarity on International Women’s Day. Hundreds of supporters met at the Liberty Bell, a symbol of freedom in Philadelphia, then marched up Market Street to City Hall, shutting down traffic along the way. The crowds that gathered here in Philly on International Women’s Day made their…

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Rally Against Chinatown Arena

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 22:24:15 +0000

Hundreds rallied in University City to protest the proposal to build a basketball stadium in Philadelphia’s Chinatown section. The event, co-hosted by SPOC (Students for the Preservation of Chinatown), started in front of David Adelman’s (76ers co-owner) offices at 4043 Walnut Street, then began to March down Walnut Street to the Inn at Penn, where UPenn’s Board of Trustees were meeting.

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Philly Fans Cheer US Victory over Iran

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 23:02:35 +0000

The U.S. Men’s soccer team faced Iran in the World Cup for what would be an elimination match for one of the teams. Fans crowded into local bars in the Philly area to cheer on the U.S. team. You could feel the anticipation and excitement build as Philadelphia prepares to host the World Cup games in 2026. We were in Fado’s Irish Pub when the US team clinched the game, propelling them to the…

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Doug Mastriano Election Night Celebration

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 23:25:03 +0000

On election night, supporters gathered at the Penn Harris hotel in Camp Hill for State Senator Doug Mastriano’s watch party. The event featured guest speakers, free swag, live music, a buffet dinner, and of course, Doug Mastriano. Kicking the night off, the crowd was led in an opening prayer and united in singing the national anthem and reciting the pledge of allegiance.

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John Fetterman Rallies in South Philadelphia

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 14:17:58 +0000

As midterm elections are quickly approaching, candidate John Fetterman spent a day in South Philadelphia this past weekend, rallying to reach those to go out and vote. Families gathered this past chilly Sunday morning at the rally that took place at Dickinson Square Park, hosted by John Fetterman and two lawmakers, Elizabeth Fielder and Nikil Saval, to show support for Fetterman.

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Graduate Students Rally at Charles

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 14:21:23 +0000

On Tuesday, students picketed in front of the Charles Library to show solidarity and protest for better working conditions for Graduate Students at Temple. The Temple University Graduate Student Association, also known as TUGSA, has been in contract negations with the University for the 800 TAs and RA’s they represent for nearly nine months. One of the major concerns that TUGSA has is wages…

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Physical OWLCards On The Way Out

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 20:59:09 +0000

Putting an emphasis on digital cards, stored on your phone, Temple University has begun phasing out physical OWLCards. The reaction on campus has been mixed. “I know I would always lose my card, but once I put it on my phone I really didn’t have to worry about where my physical card was,” said Temple senior, Rumasa Syed. Jillian, an Art major at Tyler, added, “I also know the sculpture…

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