Online – Temple Update

War Disrupts Education in Ukraine

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 21:02:42 +0000

As we surpass a month since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, over 4 million Ukrainian refugees have fled to neighboring countries including Poland, Romania, and the Republic of Moldova. Many of those who have crossed borders to escape the country are university students whose education has been disrupted by the war. Some universities in Ukraine have resumed class instruction online…

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Students Registering For Classes See a Mix of Options

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 16:27:11 +0000

As registration ramps up this week, students are noticing some classes are being offered in-person. University spokesman Ray Betzner says three quarters of classes are expected to have some in-person elements in the fall. “I do want to go in person but I do appreciate having one or two online that I can have some flexibility with,” junior engineering student Cameron Flamm says.

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Students Return Home for Remainder of Fall 2020 Semester

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 16:50:30 +0000

To limit the spread of COVID-19 after the holidays, Temple has decided to send all students home on November 20th. Now that students have been online for almost two semesters, some express how they’re beginning to like the online format. Graduate student Hannah Alexander told Temple Update, “I definitely miss the people and the environment of having classes in person, but it’s been really nice…

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Temple University’s Essential Classes: Boyer Musicians

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 14:15:05 +0000

In early September, Temple University President Richard M. Englert made the announcement that 95% of Temple students are going to have their classes moved online. However, one of the few classes that are essential on campus are the performing music ensembles of Temple. This has forced jazz and concert bands, orchestras, and private lessons to find a way to conduct their rehearsals safely in the…

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TFMA Gets Creative with Online Class

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 13:33:37 +0000

Temple University’s School of Theater, Film and Media Arts has moved most of its classes and performances online. Both faculty and students are now coping with their new reality. Globally, the theater industry has undergone many changes during the COVID-19 pandemic, including socially distanced shows and online learning. “When I’m sitting alone in my room doing a scene, I have to be the…

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Award Winning Filmmaker Jonah Kessel visits Temple

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 20:03:22 +0000

New York Times cinematographer and Pulitzer prize contributor Jonah Kessel visited Temple today for a conversation with students and staff about his work, life, and career. Kessel, an RFK award recipient for his work in human rights reporting, works closely with the times to publish stories from across the world in various countries and social climates. Taking place in Professor David Mindich’…

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