Temple University - Templar Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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-• ' •«] -i Left: Students stand as they cheer on Temple in the Homecoming game against Northern lUinois. downbyoneoftheHusl.es . defenders. I y i ' «, e. ' - - ii Above: The Temple Diamond Band readies themselves in the stands to prepare for the final celebration for Temple ' s victory. r - -- . ' V- , Below: Directing traffic, Juniors Anthony DeFusco [and Tamara Johns point [people in the direction of the [biggest tailgate of the year. 13 lecoming ' Tailgate Above: Hooter the Owl takes a quick moment to brace himself and get ready for the Homecoming game. It ' s time to cheer loudly for the Temple Owls! Homecoming

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There is never a time during the academic year when school spirit is greater. Homecoming week is when each Temple student bleeds cherry and white. Starting with Fall Fest and ending with the Verizon Wireless Tour featuring the Gym Class Heros, this year there was something for everyone. What made this homecoming so special was that Temple not only was able to defeat Northern Illinois in the football game, but it also marked their first of three consecutive wins. All the events proved to be fun and exciting as students, alumni, staff and others showed their support. [ By; Jared Vander cll You support your team at Homecoming: Get a free turn FROM THE QUEEN... ] ON THE BEST PART OF HOMECOMING. Marv Schell Class of ' 08 When Homecoming, week was drawin i lo a close. and I was i etlini ready lo go lo ihe foolhcdl game. I really fell like I had already gotten so much from being on the Homecoming Court. I had been in a Pageant in which I was asked on the spot to dance like a Diamond Gem-- and anyone who knows me will tell you I an) not a dancer! I had stretched and grown and pushed myself lo be more conjidcnl mid outgoing, and most importantly to get to know more about the varied aspects of Temple culture. For me. Ihe experience was invaluable. That Satiu ' day (II Lincoln iimmcial i ' ield. hearing m amazing runningmale Marty ' s name called for King, being crowned myself, and then watching our Owls win in the last 24 seconds w as an absolutely perfect ending lo the best week of my Temple career Homecoming

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[ ] Take a break at Spring Fling Roll again Students stretched out as far as the eye can see, Hning 13th Street, Liacouras Walk and Berks Mall. Some relaxing on the grass by the Bell Tower enjoying their water ice (or, if you are a Philadelphia native, wooder ice) they got from one of the vendors near by, others calling their friends to come out and join the merriment. lall Fest, as a part of the Homecoming festivities, and Spring Fling give students a chance to take a break What would Fall Fest m thc rigors of acadcmia, be without an appear- show their school Spirit, and ri ' pMnJSrsJ: possibly learn a little bit about some of the organizations on campus that occupy many of the tables lining the crowded streets. Food, music and fun. What more could anyone want? Regardless of what you do, it is guaranteed to be a good lime. By: Jarcd Vanderzc Skipped your classes because of Fall Fest Move back 2 spaces J Right: With all the stands lining 13th Street, students are presented with opportunities to learn about different organizations, get some free stuff and grab some tasty food. With a chance like this, who would really want to stay in class and miss out? Lukcl ift MU [ Vaiidi ] 4 Above: Another xiiiii ol the Dunk Tank at ring Fling eagerly awaits a person worthy enough to hit the plunger and send her into e water below. Just who will that challenger be? Spring Fling Fall Fest