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Temple Diamond Marching Band Stars in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Christian Lee — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 01:12:01 +0000

The Diamond Marching Band braved the cold streets of New York City on Thanksgiving Day as part of a once-in-a-lifetime performance in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. View More »

Carver High to Temple U.

Shayla Cotterman — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 02:00:07 +0000

As high school seniors start making their college decisions, some students at Carver High School of Engineering and Science aren’t looking far, just a few blocks down the road to Temple University. Carver Principle Darryl Johnson says Temple is a popular choice among students. That interest is partly thanks to a new college mentorship program started by Temple Police Officer Leroy…

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Philadelphia Democrats Celebrate on Election Night

Christian Lee — Fri, 07 Nov 2025 01:00:17 +0000

Philadelphia Democrats gathered at their Spring Garden headquarters Tuesday night to watch election results come in. Jim Harrity, a Councilmember At-Large and member of the Democratic National Committee, said statewide judicial races were a major focus. “We’re especially happy about the statewide judges, because that was what the real question was about.

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Septa Asks to Extend Inspection Deadline

Sujan Upreti — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:41:43 +0000

(10_31_25 A Temple Update Update: SEPTA has received an extension of the inspection deadline. The new inspection deadline is November 14.) The Federal Railroad Administration gave SEPTA thirty days to inspect all two hundred twenty-three Silverliner IV railcars. SEPTA has not finished all of the rail cars. As the deadline approaches, commuters are worried they might have to wait longer.

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Temple Responds to Student Visa Issues

Sujan Upreti — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 18:48:00 +0000

Temple University’s Assistant Vice President of International Services, Martyn Miller, spoke to Temple Update from the streets of Dubai, where he addressed the concerns that international students were having with visa delays and university support. “I would advise any international student who feels that she or he is not receiving sufficient support to speak with me specifically…

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New Red October Specials at Citizens Bank Park

Aidan Theodore Cairns — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 19:08:02 +0000

Red October is back at Citizens Bank Park, bringing new fall-themed food, exclusive merchandise, and a refreshed look on the field. Fans can try seasonal foods like stuffed turkey eggrolls, pierogi poutine, a pumpkin spice affogato, and the Fall Classics Shake topped with an apple cider donut. In the New Era Phillies Team Store, postseason gear is already selling fast.

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Philadelphia Phillies Keep Red October Alive

Aidan Theodore Cairns — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:26:34 +0000

Red October stays alive. Phillies fans packed Maxis last night to watch the team pull off another playoff win, keeping postseason hopes high. The bar was filled with Temple students cheering through every inning as the Phillies came out on top. Energy spilled out onto the street as fans celebrated another step toward the World Series. Many students said the win showed what…

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TUPD’s New Dispatch Center

Sujan Upreti — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 22:29:46 +0000

With the funding from the state, Temple University has upgraded its 24/7 dispatch center with new technology, more space, and faster response tools. “There’s an enormous increase in the number of cameras on campus we have,” said Brian Hathaway, a dispatcher with Temple University Police. Joshua Nussbaum, deputy director of Emergency Management, said the improvements are important for…

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Remains Found On Temple Construction Site

Nialyn Albino — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 14:19:30 +0000

Human remains have been unearthed during Temple’s newest construction project. Work crews discovered fragments of caskets and bones while clearing ground for the foundation of the new Klein College of Media and Communication and the Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts. In an announcement released on April 11, the University said they have a protocol in place for this event.

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The Clothesline Project

Christian Lee — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:58:10 +0000

This month is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and Temple Update’s Jesse Kosierowski reports on a powerful display that is weaving together art, awareness, and hope. “It happens on campus, it happens in dorm rooms, it happens everywhere. It’s so important for us to know that and to have information to prepare ourselves and also to help the university do better,” said Sally Thistle.

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