Los Angeles – Temple Update

#VoteThatJawn Hosts First Event

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 14:45:09 +0000

VoteThatJawn is a movement that aims to bring 18-year-olds and other first time voters to the polls in 2018. #VoteThatJawn held their first event at WHYY Hamilton Commons on September 22 to help young adults and students prepare for midterm elections. The event had information on voter registration, along with motivational speakers, musical performances, and an appearance by Mayor Jim Kenney.

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Temple Alumn Shaniece Cole Takes Flight in LA

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 18:37:32 +0000

Former Temple Update reporter Shaniece Cole has been making a name for herself in the LA market since her 2013 graduation. After moving to the west coast, Cole has situated herself in a position as associate producer on The Steve Harvey show. In addition to managing human interest stories, Cole is also responsible for finding guests to appear on the show. Cole even volunteers other Temple alumni…

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Update LA: California Faces Crippling Draught

Thu, 13 Oct 2016 14:11:41 +0000

While those in the South are recovering from crippling rainfall as a result of Hurricane Matthew, those in California are facing the worst drought on record. While water levels are nearing all time lows on the West Coast – water conservation efforts are hitting new highs, but saving water in the largest desert city in the country isn’t easy. It’s become a real challenge in supporting this many…

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Study Away L.A. Students Adapt to New Transportation

Thu, 29 Sep 2016 13:52:25 +0000

Get ready to trade in the highway for the freeway. The Phillie Phanatic for Dodger blue and pine trees for palm trees. While the City of Angels is known for its beaches and sunny skies, another prominent feature of this sprawling city that students have to adapt to is its heavy car-centered culture. The Los Angeles Study Away program encourages students to have a car. Kaitlyn Osborn said that…

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