Temple University - Templar Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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np -lord e lights never go down on Temple’s Main Campus, rth Phillv’s diamond in the ruff. Temple Center City is exciting with the constant hustle and bustle of the city. The Health and Science Campus houses a brand new building, and Ambler allows students to experience a more suburban lifestyle with the city close bv. In fall of 2008, Temple changed its required classes from Core to the new General Education, or GenEd, curriculum. In this curriculum, students forge connections between their classroom experiences and Philadelphia experiences. While Temple used to require classes such as Human Biology and Dimensions of Racism, we have now opened our eyes to see our city through the looking glass. We can experience a Race and Diversity course, such as Embodying Pluralism, where Ellen Gerdes, a professor with a forte in Chinese dance, teaches students to reflect on their learned knowledge of cultures and put it into dance. Aside from our new, intriguing courses in and around Philadelphia, Temple Rome and Japan offer lifechanging experiences for those interested in seeing the world. Studying abroad gives students the opportunity to encounter the beautiful sights from all over, like this view of Ireland to the left, taken by sophomore Bill Rennie while studying abroad. Additionally, the Career Center provides the knowledge and support needed to land an internship. Temple academics make it all possible, so where will you go? Becky Kemer 'Speak English!' said the Eaglet. I don't know the meaning of half those long words, and. what's more, 1 don't believe you do either!' - Lewis Carroll Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Ch. 3 Academics | 27

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Campus TEMPLE UNIVERSITY WELCOMES YOU AND YOUR FAMILY Frequently traveled BY TEMPLE STUDENTS, Liacouras Walk is HOME TO MANY STUDENT FAVORITES SUCH AS 7-Eleven, Master Wok, PNC Bank, the Chop Shop, and Tristan Video, Photo by Gina Swindler Sfc studentsmust learn to MANEUVER THROUGH TRAFFIC WHILE CROSSING BROAD Street quickly and safely in ORDER TO GET AROUND MAIN campus. Photo by Anna Pauj It is no mistake that the word diamond is associated with Temple University. Diamond Street, the Diamond Gems, and Diamond Dollars are only a few of the references made to this precious stone around campus. This glitzy association testifies to the fact that Temple is the diamond of North Philadelphia. What makes Temple so special? What makes this institution so glamorous and unique? “We get Chinese food from behind bulletproof glass,” a student states in response to these questions. Food trucks present every ethnic food possible, and it's the lx st food on campus!” another student exclaims. “E-mails are sent to students asking us to act responsibly when the Phillies win! Go Phils!” says yet another enthusiastic Owl. These are only a few of the phrases that Temple students on main campus use to describe TU. The unique world of Temple, which is centered around Broad Street, is the nest for over 20,000 Owls. Additionally, students have the opportunity to 'fly' down to Center City Philadelphia, which is slightly over a mile away. With an immensely diverse population, many students have found main campus at Temple to l e a great place to live, work, and thrive during their college years. While not a traditional college campus, TU has proven its diamond-like qualities just as its founder, Russell H. Conwell, knew it would. Emily Briggs 28 | Academics Reflected in the Fox School of Business, the Howard Gims Student Center is a central meeting place for many students. The SAC. as it is AFFECTIONATELY CALLED BY STUDENTS, HAS A FOOD COURT, GAME ROOM AND MOVIE THEATER. PHOTO BY JARED VANDERZELL