Student Center – Temple Update

Temple Students Give New Life to Plastic Bags

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:30:34 +0000

The Sleeping Mat Project is an initiative launched by Integrate for Good, an organization founded by Temple alum, Dr. Bev Weinberg. Volunteers get together to weave plastic bags into sleeping mats for unhoused people, repurposing a harmful pollutant to better the lives of those in need. “We bring people of all abilities together to lead and volunteer so there’s that inclusion piece and then…

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COVID-19 Guidelines Change Experience for Student Workers

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 13:14:17 +0000

The number of students on campus has been dwindling since Temple moved to an online semester. Student workers are ensuring that on-campus buildings are safe, resourceful, and quiet spaces for remaining students to utilize. “People are still using the facility here because people don’t have computers sometimes. So obviously it’s a great value to have it open for people” Scott…

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Thanksgiving Break Changes Hours of Operation for Temple

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 13:30:17 +0000

Fall break is almost here and so are time changes on campus. If you’re a freshman this year, you might want to check out these dates so you can plan ahead. Thanksgiving break lasts from November 25-29 2019. Student Center Monday, November 25- 8am-6pm Tuesday November 26- 8am-6pm Wednesday November 27- 8am-6pm Thursday November 28- Closed Friday, November 29- Closed Saturday…

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Homecoming Happenings: Your Weekend Activity Guide

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 21:48:01 +0000

Temple University is welcoming Owls back to the nest this weekend for homecoming! Alumni aren’t the only ones having fun this weekend; current students and their parents are of course welcome participate in all the activities. Here are some of the biggest events happening this weekend. The full list of activities can be found here.

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Hit Button, Get Story

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:20:51 +0000

The South lobby of the Student Activities Center has just received a Short Story Dispenser, allowing students to read and experience short stories with the press of a button. Installed by Temple Libraries, the dispenser features dozens of stories of various origins. Those using the dispenser can choose between local or international authors. After pressing their preferred button…

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Happy Wellness Day!

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 14:20:02 +0000

Just in time before finals season, the Wellness Resource Center at Temple arranged a day where students can enjoy fun activities and a relaxing environment. Mental Well-Being Program Coordinator Janie Egan works with the Wellness Resource Center to promote wellness and healthy living. “From the Wellness Resource Center’s perspective, we have this whole person focus.

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DMAX Foundation Expands to Temple

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 14:30:55 +0000

The DMAX Foundation seeks to assist student-run clubs in helping each other get through the struggles of everyday life. The club, led by students for students, covers a variety of topics and hopes to be helpful and engaging to all those interested. Michael Nghe, the club’s founder, describes the DMAX Club as a “mental health organization. “We don’t really teach people about mental…

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HootaThon Spreads Awareness for Child Health Day

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 04:01:39 +0000

On Monday, October 2nd, Temple University’s HootaThon program kicked off the morning by spreading awareness for their annual Child Health Day. Child Health Day promotes health insurance and access to better health care for children. The day began at 10 AM with tables set up outside the Student Center and members handing out flyers and lollipops. In addition, games, snacks, and crafts were set up…

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New Energy Efficient Lighting On Campus

Sat, 30 Sep 2017 14:25:05 +0000

LEDs (light-emitting diode) are one of today’s most energy efficient lighting technologies, and that is why Temple University is implementing these lights in multiple buildings throughout campus. Newly renovated spaces on campus such as the Student Center food court, Tuttleman Counseling Services, and Student Financial Services all have LED lighting along with the brand new Aramark Student…

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The Latest 2017-2018 Meal Plan and Dining Information

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 22:41:17 +0000

As the Howard Gittis Student Center remains under renovation, new dining options through Aramark and meal plan prices for the 2017-2018 school year have been revealed. In March, it was announced that multiple popular food vendors such as Chick-fil-A, BurgerFi, and Saladworks would be implemented into the Valaida S. Walker Food Court located in the Student Center. A new service called The Break…

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