Category: Student Life
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Leaping Into 50 Years
Temple dance department celebrates a milestone and holds many celebrations to continue this program. 50 years ago, on April 25, 1975, Temple University expanded its performing arts department by including accreditation of dance into its programs. From that moment on, high school students have come to Temple with the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s, master’s,…
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Pitch Perfect IRL
Acapella had an outdoor performance and showcase Written by Stephanie Zajac, Photographed by Grace Woolslayer A cappella is music created without musical accompaniment. No instruments are used other than the voice. If you’ve ever watched one of the three films in the series, Pitch Perfect, you may be familiar with how popular a cappella is…
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Winter Wonderland in Mitten Hall
Students got their fill of holiday celebrations amid finals season Written by Sarah Allison The beginning weeks of December are typically stressful for most students. With finals coming up, projects due, and classes coming to a close, it can feel like a lot has to be finished. While all of this was going on students…
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All Together Now
TUGSA takes a stand against Temple to ensure that graduate employers get paid a livable wage. Written by Virginia Bates, Photographed by TUGSA Student owls have seen an uproar on Liacouras walk after TUGSA, the labor union for Temple TA’s and RA’s, had been refused by the university after trying to negotiate a pay raise. …
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One Love: Raising Canes
Raising Canes brings a fresh atmosphere to Temple Written by Virginia Bates, Photographed by Bruce Claxton Philadelphia is no stranger to unique atmospheres, especially in the dining industry. There are numerous restaurants to choose from on and near campus. Temple University’s new Raising Canes, found behind the student center, is a popular spot for a…
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Many Happy Returns to the Tyler Art Mart
Both students and alumni are excited to be back in person at Tyler’s Art Market Written by Lindsay DiSalvo, Photographed by Grace Woolslayer This year was the eleventh annual Tyler Art Market. After two years of holding the Art Market virtually, it finally returned to campus. Anything from knitted hats, to kitchen tools, to glass…
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I’ve Got Bingo!
IDEAL promotes inclusion and empowerment through games of BINGO. Written by Gracelyn Latham, Photographed by Olivia Guerra As one of the culminating events of Temple’s National Coming Out Week, the IDEAL team promoted Drag BINGO as a nightcap activity after the annual Drag Show performance. Temple prides itself on being exceptionally inclusive for all students,…
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Campus’ Keepers
Temple’s security guards add a dose of warmth to Temple Temple University is known for many things, from an array of delectable food trucks to the technological wonder of the BookBot. One of these things is how warm and friendly the people are, particularly the campus’ security guards. Students pass by them every day on…
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Battle of the Dorms
With an array of on-campus housing options, which dorm comes out on top? Will the underdogs fight their way into our hearts or will fancy appearances steal the show? Templar Yearbook reflects on the housing we all know and love so you can choose which one will live happily owl-er after. Morgan: Easily considered one…