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James S. White, a decorated veteran who served the university as executive vice president and as a member of the Board of Trustees, passed away on Dec. 1.

Dr. Kathryn Hirsh-Pasek, director of the Infant Language Laboratory at Temple, recently spoke with The New York Times about the impact that growing up during the pandemic may have on infants and toddlers.

In addition to a diploma, Tyler School of Art and Architecture, Temple University presents graduates with a work of art made by an alumnus. Launched in 2019, the initiative is called the Diploma Project. Its intent is to connect two generations of artists and acknowledge Tyler’s rich history.

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Michael Sances, assistant professor of Political Science, discusses the impact of racial injustice on the national campaign and how elections affect criminal justice policy.

Jazz educators across the country are grappling with how to teach jazz effectively and safely in the COVID-19 era. Temple's director of jazz studies and chair of instrumental studies, Terell Stafford, and the Temple University Jazz Band talk about playing, learning and recording "Covid Sessions, A Social Call".

A recent release of data by the NCAA shows that Temple student-athletes have earned a record-setting 91% Graduation Success Rate (GSR), a score that tops the previous high mark set last year by one point. This is the sixth straight year that Temple athletic teams have recorded an overall GSR of 85% or higher.

Eight years before women earned the right to vote in the United States, Agnes Berry Montier, a Black Philadelphia native, earned her medical degree from Temple University. For 50 years, Montier practiced medicine while also finding time to write, play the cello, travel, collect art and give back to her community.

After falling in love with media production at West Deptford High School in New Jersey, Niccolas Uff, Class of 2022, chose to attend Temple to pursue his dream of becoming a television producer. Now, Niccolas is interning at CBS This Morning to get hands-on experience.

Temple's Early Action application deadline has been extended to November 15. We understand these are unprecedented times, and recognize the challenges students are currently facing. This extension is an effort to be as accommodating as possible for those who want to make Temple University their home.

Oriel Davis-Lyons, Spotify creative director and founder of ONE School, selected two Owls for a free, 16-week portfolio program for Black creatives.

During this family-friendly Zoom on Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m., you'll learn more about the invasion of the spotted lanternfly and its impact on farming in Pennsylvania from Assistant Professor of Biology Matthew Helmus.

An update from Provost Epps regarding the spring semester academic calendar.

In September, Temple announced it would be investing more than $1 million in anti-racism education and programming. This funding will expand the university’s Department of Africology and African American Studies, create a Center for Anti-Racism Research, develop a bridge program for young people in North Philly and build on Temple’s existing resources.

#YouAreWelcomeHere Week is returning virtually this year! Join us for a whole week of globally inspired events that celebrate and showcase our international population. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3mpQSDh

This summer, two Temple Owls organized and led protesters in a march through Tokyo.

Save the date and join Temple University College of Liberal Arts on October 26 for a virtual conversation with Dr. Erika Lee, Dr. Russell Jeung, Councilwoman Helen Gym and moderator Dr. Sean Yom. This panel discussion will focus on the racial inequities amplified by COVID19 within the United States' longstanding history of racism and xenophobia. Register to attend: https://bit.ly/3opqrzu

After their first win of the season, the Owls are back on the road as they travel to Tennessee to take on the Memphis Tigers. Today's kickoff is set for 12:00 p.m. and the game will air on ESPN+ and 97.5 The Fanatic. GO OWLS!

Discover tutoring services, study sessions, workshops and moreall designed to help our Owls succeed at Temple. And, it’s all available online.