Samantha Sadanand Stewart – Temple Update

Temple University launches Mental Health, Wellness Task Force

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 15:01:56 +0000

“One of the many lessons underscored by the COVID-19 pandemic is the importance of protecting and promoting the mental health and wellness of our students, faculty, and staff,” read the Temple University email sent on Monday. “This is perhaps the most significant student issue confronting higher education today.” President Wingard has announced the launch of two new task forces aimed at…

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Fall Break Means Owls are Flying Home

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 00:19:33 +0000

Written and shot by Olivia Benner Fall break is right around the corner and Temple Owls are eager for the long awaited time off. Students have been in classes for 11 weeks straight, their last break being on Labor Day. With travel restrictions beginning to lift, students can now travel to visit family. Temple senior Josh Berger says he plans to visit family in California.

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Astroworld Festival 2021 Leads to Chaos

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 00:26:27 +0000

UPDATE: Ten people have died as a result of the Astroworld concert as of November 14. Hip-hop star Travis Scott’s latest Astroworld concert turned deadly last Friday, as thousands of concert goers scrambled to escape the Houston-based venue. Police say the crowd of more than 50,000 people surged center stage, injuring dozens of attendees. Tem people died, and dozens were hospitalized.

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Wintergarden Opens at City Hall

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 22:57:20 +0000

Written by Robert Nicastro As the seasons change, City Hall is unveiling a new exhibit: The Wintergarden. This exhibit is going to be open all throughout the winter season, and won’t close its doors until the spring. The Wintergarden opened at Dilworth Park over the past few days, but it’s only just getting started. The garden portion is currently open, and the ice skating…

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Diamond Marching Band is Marching Forward with In-Person Shows

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 22:37:10 +0000

Written by Olivia Benner The Pride of the Cherry and White has returned for another season, full of half-splits and summer hits. This season marks a milestone for not only the freshmen, but the sophomore band members. These are the members who are stepping onto Lincoln Financial Field for the first time. “I was in awe the entire time, like oh my god…

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COVID Booster Available at Paley Hall

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 21:12:20 +0000

Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster shots will be the next available vaccine in Paley Hall, Temple officials announced. Anyone who is eligible can schedule an appointment on their Student or Staff Health Portal now. Then, they can head to the Paley building with a valid ID and vaccination card, and get the booster. Currently, vaccinations will take place in room G002. To start…

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Finding Your COVID-19 Booster Shot

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 19:49:51 +0000

Vaccine numbers are on the rise, but students are still worried about their immunity to COVID-19. Temple’s students say they’re hopeful for the booster shots, which they can receive on or off campus. “Yeah, I would definitely get the booster,” noted Sophomore Nadiyah Timmons. “And not only for my grandparents, but for every person I encounter.” A lot of time has passed since Timmons…

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Supply Chain Shortage Impacts Temple Food Trucks

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 23:46:05 +0000

Written by Corey Thompson Global supply chain issues have made their way to food trucks on campus. The food trucks are facing shortages that require them to buy items in bulk and raise their prices. “It’s been tough; we have a lot of shortages. We have to improvise, and everything has gone up sky high even when we do find it,” Virginia Apostolopoulos said. That is how Virginia…

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SEPTA Workers Reach Agreement, Avoiding Strike

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 18:10:21 +0000

SEPTA workers reached an agreement with the SEPTA transit agency on Friday morning, creating a 2-year deal that will avoid a strike, as well as a subway shutdown. For the past several days, SEPTA workers have threatened to strike. They cited issues regarding COVID-19, higher wages, and more as their cause. By walking off the job, more than a few subways lines would have been closed down.

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Temple Welcomes Most Diverse Class in 25 Years

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 16:47:37 +0000

When Temple Freshman Nicole Hom saw that her class was the most diverse in 25 years, she was amazed. “I just feel represented,” Hom noted. “I feel seen.” Hom chose Temple University because it is a school in the city, she said, and because it allows her to be in an environment with more diversity. “You know, Chinatown is a few subway rides away, so that is really comforting…

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