Pariss D Briggs – Temple Update

Student Philanthropy Week comes to Temple

Fri, 10 Feb 2017 18:00:28 +0000

Philanthropy is all about the gift of giving, and Temple is taking part in the action. Next Monday marks the start of the university’s Student Philanthropy program, a week-long event filled with different activities to highlight the act of giving. Here’s a quick run-down of what’s happening: Monday, February 13: Tag Day will take place from 11am-2pm. There will be “Thanking Stations”…

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#GivingTUesday

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 22:26:35 +0000

This past Tuesday marked the Global Day of Giving, and Temple celebrated it in a special way. Yesterday the university hosted Giving TUesday, a day of global philanthropy that hit a little closer to home. Students, faculty, alumni and more gifted funds and donations to Temple to invest in the school’s future. During this time the community raised more than $47,000 for student athletes.

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Temple’s Endowment Surpasses $500 Million

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 19:42:21 +0000

Over the past few years, Temple University’s endowment has continued to grow, and this year was no exception. Temple’s endowment has now surpassed $500 million, a huge milestone for the university. As of October 31, the university has received $513.6 million. President Richard Englert said the donations received from contributors, alumni and friends have made a huge impact on the university as a…

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Temple to Participate in $20 Million Research Initiative

Thu, 10 Nov 2016 20:52:51 +0000

Temple University will participate in a $20 million initiative for the development of neurological research. In association with The U.S. Army Research Lab, Temple agreed on a two-year deal that will allow faculty from the university to conduct research on brain injuries. Temple’s research team will be comprised of leading faculty in the medical, engineering, public health…

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Incumbent Toomey Re-Elected as PA Senator

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 04:24:26 +0000

Incumbent Senator Pat Toomey has been re-elected as Pennsylvania’s junior Senator. Toomey’s campaign beat out new-comer and democrat Katie McGinty. A spokesperson from the Toomey campaign says that Senator Toomey is “incredibly grateful to the people of Pennsylvania for being re-elected as PA’s Senator.” Toomey’s victory over McGinty was called shortly after midnight by the Associated Press.

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PA District 1 & 2 Winners Announced

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 04:13:33 +0000

The 2016 election has been making history since the start and has continued the trend through voting day. District 2 candidate Chaka Fattah, who has been the representative for District 2 since 1994, lost the primary to newcomer Dwight Evans. District 1 incumbent Robert Brady, representative since 1998, kept his position. Evans beat out 3 other candidates in the Democratic party.

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PA State Races: What You Need to Know

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 03:51:34 +0000

As the Pennsylvania state races come to a close, there are a few key positions that are up for grabs. From Attorney General to Auditor, the race between democrats, republicans, incumbents and newcomers have been close. Here’s what you need to know about the state races so far: State Auditor: Democrat and incumbent Eugene DePasquale is up against Republican John Brown…

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Conference Inspires Women Entrepreneurs

Thu, 20 Oct 2016 21:16:03 +0000

Temple hosted its 17th Annual League for Entrepreneurial Women’s Conference on Wednesday. The conference featured a variety of successful women alumni in the business, science, technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) fields. Each year the program seeks to inspire women to become entrepreneurs through a series of guest speakers and a network working event towards the end.

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19th Annual Innovative Idea Competition

Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:56:29 +0000

Do you have a new and creative idea that you’d like to see come to life? The Fox School of Business’ 19th annual Innovative Idea Competition is giving students, faculty and alumni alike the chance to turn their business ideas into a reality. Each year a select group of people are chosen to pitch their ideas to potential investors. The overall winner of the competition will also receive $2500.

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UberX, Lyft Ruled Illegal in Philadelphia

Thu, 06 Oct 2016 21:57:19 +0000

Just months after being legalized, Uber and Lyft have been banned from operating in Philadelphia, per a judge’s orders. Common Pleas Judge Linda Carpenter banned UberX and Lyft from operating in the city on Thursday, following disputes and lawsuits from the Taxi Workers alliance. As of now, both ride-sharing services are considered illegal. Those who ride with UberX will not be punished…

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