Temple Ambler Library: a future of innovation

by James F. Duffy
January 13
The Temple University Ambler Library Building didn't escape the wrath of the EF2 tornado that ravaged campus on September 1, 2021. Ferocious winds and debris tore holes in the building's roof and blew out most of the large windows, threatening the collection of 130,000 books, periodicals, research material and historical archives inside."Our first concern was the care of the materials. That was paramount in our thinking — how to save what we had because we knew there was major damage to a number of books," said Sandi Thompson, Head of the Ambler Campus Library. "We...

From English Language Learner to Temple Owl

December 22
Zenan 'Vincent' Shen from China is majoring in computer science and minoring in German language and culture at Temple University. Through a blog, Shen shared his experience as an international Temple Owl. "People always say that if you have a great start, then you are halfway to success. Last spring semester, I had a great start at Temple University."I chose to major in computer science because...I have a strong feeling that the future belongs to the people who know technology. That is the reason I chose computer science as my major, and I chose my minor because Germany is one...

Meet Samiksha Padiyar, 2020 Presidential Scholarship winner

by Temple University International Affairs
December 22
  As an International student, Samiksha Padiyar, a 2020 Presidential Scholarship winner, knew she wanted to be part of a community that would support her and make her feel at home. At Temple, she found that, combined with an amazing scholarship opportunity that will help her while she makes the most out of her college journey.  I chose Temple because…  Of the actuarial science program. Once I got accepted, I spoke with a variety of current students and the community I found was fantastic because everybody was so welcoming and I just felt like I would...

#YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship recipient is determined to help his country

December 22
Andres Mondragon is a actuarial science major at the Fox School of Business and one of the Temple's inaugural recipients of the #YouAreWelcomeHere scholarship is determined to use his education to help his society become a better and inclusive place. I decided to study in the U.S because...It has been a dream of mine to do the same since I was 8 years old. One of my best friends is enrolling at Temple, too, which is very important. Leaving home, I expect, will be a difficult experience. Having someone with whom I am familiar will help. Also, when it comes to political...