Temple University - Templar Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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Temple University, not unlike the city in ' hich it resides encompasses a myriad of nages. Ivy clad conventional Mitten Hall, ie concrete and steel Bell Tower, and ie trendy pizza trucks all exist in strange ijiarmony within Temple ' s boundaries. )ne can view this institution as a brightly, oddly wrapped package. Opened, its ontents are enlightening and confusing, elightful and difficult. Recent years have brought changes in emple, accentuating its diversity. Facel- ts on the physical campus were initiated I hopes of making it more pleasant and practical. Equally important are the changes in Temple ' s people. An influx of a different type of student has spurred a transforma- tion that should peak in the ' 80 ' s. An increase in the out-of-state student popu- lation is altering Temple ' s complexion from an impersonal, commuter school to a more well-rounded University. Students living on or near the campus can relin- quish a greater amount of time in the Uni- versity ' s clubs and events. At the same time, Temple has attracted a number of talented athletes and coaches, gradually building a national sports reputation. Diversity has always distinguished Temple from neighboring colleges, add- ing some flavor and excitement to the often arduous process of learning. The 1980 graduates who fully tapped Tem- ple ' s resources can say that their school was whatever they wanted it to be. Reaching past a multitude of ethnic back- grounds, religions, and interests is most certainly within this University ' s abilities. It is the successful Temple student who accepts this diverse offering and learns from it. Mm w m ! i»