Temple University - Templar Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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ANNUAL YEARBOOK VOLUME 90 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 1801 NORTH BROAD STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA 19121 .... 215.2047000 WWW.TEMPLE.EDU. 7SC m m 61 J2I 360 390 380 300 bnn OPENING STUDENT LIFE ACADEMICS SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS PEOPLE OWL PRIDE CLOSING iINDEX STAFF ! The city of Philadelphia, rich with culture and nuance, sets the stage for a unique experience at Temple University. This is a place dense with diversity, knowledge and creativity. We struggle to thrive in an environment that is sometimes jumbled and confusing and difficult to navigate. It is only once we begin to appreciate the milieu around us that we can see the true beauty in this urban jungle. When we go our separate ways, one thing will always tic us together; our home at Temple University. student life Temple University’s main campus lias many options for partying during the weekends. YVhctlicr it’s house parties, frais, N Iaxrs,The Draught I lorseor diilling at home with friends, Temple students definitely know how to have a good time. niGHT OWLS your guide to the campus party scene Temple students get wild during the weekends. Starting off on Thirsty Thursday, house parties and bars on campus set the tone for the next two nights. It’s the time when students can let off some steam, relax and hang out with friends. A night out at Temple could be many things, but no matter what there is to do, wear or drink, students will most likely remember those moments for days to come. Well as long as there is not too much alcohol involved. A typical night out usually starts with getting dressed. If going to a house party on campus, the dress code is tight short black dresses for girls and jeans and a t-shirt for guys. Make-up, hair done, shoes on, it is time to go meet the girlfriends for a bit of pre-gaming. Around 10:30-11, massive groups of people roam down the streets to their party destination. A couple hours later, it is not uncommon to sec those same students coming out of over crowded bars or houses, covered in sweat, beer and smelling like they smoked 20 packs of cigarettes. Welcome to college. Students that are 21 and over usually don’t go to Temple parties. If bars around Temple arc not enough, students can easily go into center city to have some fun. James B. Beerer, a cultural anthropology major, plans his weekend based on what he feels like doing. “I usually go off campus or stay home depending on what parties are going on,” said Beerer. “I usually choose parties based on whether I’m in the mood for a big party, where I can go with a bunch of friends and just get lost or if I’m in the mood for a somewhat smaller one, where I know more of the people there so I can relax and chill more.” Going out at Temple could also mean simply staying home writh a bunch of friends and having a private party. Jeremy Goldberg, a theatre major, said he likes to be with his friends rather than at a club. “I usually stay off campus and I often stay home,” said Goldberg. ‘1 usually go to my friends houses or places where my friends and I have been invited.” Just like previous years, Temple students will be sure to continue the partying tradition. ALISON VAVNE far- Students Understanding, but Disappointed 'Hie third Wednesday of this April will not lx anything special for Temple University students. Officials have formally cancelled the annual Spring Fling event after drinking became the main focus of the day. Previously, Spring Fling was an event created to get students more involved in organizations on campus, but slowly it became an event where alcohol became the main attraction and distracted from die school spirit. ‘l think what's important to note is that, when Spring Fling was created. Temple was a very different place. Temple was a commuter campus, not many people were getting involved in organizations. We needed a day where we could showcase student organizations,” said Darin Bartholomew, student body president. “Having said that, since it was a commuter campus, there was no one ofT-campus drinking around this event. Now, with us living more on campus and around campus, it kind of morphed into that. I really do think it started moving away from the purpose of the university.” Despite the fact that he is the student l ody president, Bartholomew still feels the effects of Spring Fling being cancelled. “I understand all sides of this. 1 was a student who was a freshman not involved that went to Spring Fling I was an c-board member of a student organization that was involved in Spring Fling, a student body president for a Spring Fling, I mean, I get it,” said Bartholomew. “Students want to rebel against h; they liavc every right to cxjmvss themselves how they feel fit. I iowever, it’s important that when that rebellious activity liapfx'us, there’s not a Temple s|x nsorrd event to tie it back to The decision to officially cancel Spring Fling came alxMit after administrators had many meetings discussing the problematic events taking place. One tragic event involved a 19-year-old West Chester University student who fell from an ofT-campus roof while partying with her friends. When asked to defend the cancellation of Spring Fling, Bartholomew found it to be difficult after hearing out officials. “[Administration] raised a very good point that way. I wasn’t going to make sonic kind of argument that wasn’t legitimate. There was no way I could make that argument,” Bartholomew said. Despite the disappointment of students, many understand that it was' necessary for the event to l e cancelled. “I am one of many students sad to see this tradition conic to an end,” I said Temple Student Government Chief of StafT Mary Archer. “I Iowever, given the evolution of the event into a drinking day that results in skipping classes, underage drinking and unpredictable accidents, I can sec why it would be cancelled.” In addition, many I clicvc that the positive aspects of the day were on students because I predict that, together, we will most likely form Outweighed last year by the negative. our own version of Spring Fling” said sophomore BaxxJaijous. “It is an event tltat we arc not ready' to let go of” “While I do Ix-lieve that Spring Fling was a positive event for the Softool to promote unity and pride, I can understand how the administration MCPB and '1 SO are making it clear that there will be no replacement could feel uncomfortable with the development of partying behaviors for Spring Fling only an addition that will remain safe and of good that have been seen increasingly during Spring Fling,” said Archer. spirit lor the university. leniplc Main C'anipus Program Board (MCPB) and 'Temple Student Government (TSG) have been working together to in’ and figure out something different that they can do to get studtmts involved because many students are upset with the decision made by administration. “ l art of the reason I could see students rebelling is because of the fact that the cancellation of the event followed the tragedy of last year's accident resulting in the death of a non-'Icmple student, said Archer “Because of the order of events, students may think flat this otic horrific incident is the single reason for the cancellation, as opposed to the trigger picture of what Spring Fling has come to he for many students.” “It’s important to note that there is no Spring Fling replacement. The word rcjAacc is out of our vocabulary Y c re not using if,” said Bartholomew. “iVovs we’re looking at scsx'ral things; a possible scries of events, maybe some smaller events that might serve the needs of the university better. But, there’s not going to lx that moment where we come to a Student Ooveriiincnt meeting or Main Campus Program Board meeting and say 'Ibis is our Spring Ming replacement. That’s not going to happen.” MARISSA FULLER Some students believe that even if the event is not sanctioned by the university. Spring Fling will live on. “It was a great day to enjoy the company of your friends and enjoy the newly spring weather. Cancelling it w’iii not really have an effect flEIGHBOR TO flEIGHBOR: relationships between local residents and temple students When it comes to partying on the weekend, Temple students run the scene. Most house and fraternity parties happen right off campus in the surrounding neighborhoods. The loud noises and disrespectful student behaviors have deteriorated the relationship between Temple students and local neighbors throughout the years. Or at least that is what we have been told. Starting on Thirsty Thursday until late Saturday night, parties go on almost every week at Temple University during the school year. For local neighbors that work or have young children, it can be bard to sleep when a bunch of young people arc being loud and obnoxious next door. Temple students know that they are sometimes exceeding the limits. After trying to interview fraternity members, none of them agreed to talk about their weekend experiences. Irocal neighbors also remained tight-lipped regarding the issue because what they had to say about Temple students “were not pretty to hear.” Looking at the Temple Police reports, it is understandable that locals are fed up with the weekend activities. Temple Police repotted 17 cases of underage consumption, one case of public intoxication and three disorderly conducts on and olf main campus for the month of November. 1 lowcvcr. some local residents do not mind the parties at all. Stephanie Peoples, a resident on Diamond Street, said she docs not have problem with Temple students. “I think it's fine to stay out here and watch the groups walk past,” said Peoples. “Fvc been here for four years and they all seem friendly. They all speak and they just be having fun.” Alcohol plays a major role on how students behave during the weekends. During a previous interview for an unpublished article on underage drinking on campus in 2012, Kate Schaeffer, AODV and Mental 1 Iealth Program Coordinator, spoke about the grouping problems that students arc causing within the community. “We have been having a higher number of these problems in the community of our students causing problems,” said Schaeffer. To protect the community, students as well as locals, Temple and Philadelphia police arc very active during the partying days. The)’ usually come into action when parties are getting out of control to keep everyone safe. Residents also want to be in a safe environment with students. Myincma Lana said she was not that concerned about the noise but more of everybody’s safety. She sometimes goes to parties across the street, organized by Temple students. “I just make sure they’re alright. There’s a lot of weirdos around,” said l ana. “Not, for instance, Temple students being weird but the residents, the other people are being weird.” l ana also witnessed a lot of thinking causing problems to Temple students directly. It appears the main concern for residents around the area is the community’s safety rather than noise problems. “That’s my only concern for them to be safe and not to be super wasted because they’d be passing out,” said Lana. “I’ve seen multiple pass outs, it’s crazy.” I-ocal neighbors appear to be watching over Temple students, leaving everyone in a safe and fun environment. ALISON VAYNF. Tve never had derrhea after eatng JSK -Caroline Szczepanek junior nursing Temple bike cops make me feel safe. -Gina Dupnik. sophomore accounting Yo guys, let's go to that party on 21st and Diamond ' - Adam Krol. senior IS6T have excellent WiFi on campus today -Eleana Wehr. senior communication studies ’Gilgamesh nspired me -Molly Kmetzjunior nursing 1 wish I lived n Peabody freshman year’ -T om Brady .junior film and media arts 'Oh its cool I stl have all my diamond dollars' - Ofcvia Hopkins, undecided freshman definitely be able to graduate in four years. 1 can always find an open mac in the TECH. - Julianne Adamko. senior advertising -Kaitlin Manion. sophomore journalism There was an electric curiosity rushing through the air as students gathered around the small stage near the Bell Tower on October 18th, 2013. The crowd couldn’t wait to see what kind of event the university was putting on. It wasn’t the first function celebrating Homecoming, but it certainly was the starting point for the most exciting. It was Temple University’s Cherry On 2013 Homecoming Pq) Rally. To start things ofT, the marching band began to play, announcing the arrival of the football team. The crowds cheered as the head coach, Matt Rhulc took time to say a few words, giving a shout out to Temple's new President Neil D. Theoliald. The area around the Bell Tower had Irecn turned into a dance floor with music that echoed through the courtyard playing songs to keep the crowd moving. Despite the mass of people, the courtyard was easily maneuverable. Students were able to bounce from one stall to the next, gathering goodies like pretzels, hot chocolate and com dogs. As six o’clock rolled around, the crowds had died down and the interactive activities that had attracted the most attention, such as painting owl masks, or playing giant sized board games, were easier to indulge in. Ior those students who were willing to spend a little extra time in line, they were rewarded with having their picture taken, which was then made into a free novelty bobble head. Despite the fun, there were some students that felt that the event was a bit immature for the college scene. “I felt like it’s was a little kid-fcJ� , like arts aixl crafts and sniff,” said Jasmine Payes. “It was land of fun, but I think they can step it up a little bit.” The next day, those students that were willing got up and left their beds to arrive at Lincoln Financial Field three hours before the game to kick off the Temple tailgating party. “It was definitely the biggest tailgating I liad seen all season and definitely in the last two years here,” said Patrick Dildlo, an accounting graduate to come and cheer their team on to a great victory, but a large congregation of alumni and graduates were there to support thr Cherry and White. It was the after party that really spiced up the homecoming celebrations. The expected homecoming concert featuring B.O.B and Far East Movement had been canceled due to low ticket purchases. With some quick thinking, Temple announced that instead of a concert, the Xfinity Live! entertainment complex wai going to host an after (tarty for all Temple students and graduates Xfinity Live! felt more like a bar mall, with a variety of difl'erem places to celebrate Temple’s victory over Army. Outside there was a stage for live music with a dance floor tliat backed up to a chk stone bar. Inside there were five different venues for eelebratorsu choose from including PBR Bar Grill which was western themed even including a mechanical bull to ride. Danicla Carmona, a junior social work major was enthusiastic about the mix of students and alumni coming out to support the team and enjoy the events. “I love it. This is definitely better than the concert,” said Carmona With a major victory for the football team, and the thrilling aft« party that kept school spirits high all night, the 2013-14 Temph Homecoming certainly ended with a bang. LEIGH WYJO The parking lot was full of Temple pride and lined with bootlis for major organizations giving away free grab bags and hyping up the school spirit. Homecoming games have always been a time for school pride to really shine. This, however, was hard to Ixdievc at this year’s homecoming game as many student scats were left empty. Perhaps they were all still in the | arking lot celebrating. However, that was not to say there wasn’t a mighty roar from the fans that had come out to support their team. Some students might not have bothered Q joine D at ad Students and Alumni Weigh in on Homecoming Festivities - . Transitioning from life in Africa to life in Philadelphia for many students, attending school in the dty was a drastic change. Many students come to Temple from the suburbs, whether in Pennsylvania or another state. Living away from home, or even commuting, is a challenge for students, who aie used to the comfort of high school. Although Temple is a large school, it still draws in many students from the surrounding Philadelphia region. I lowever, one pre-mcd biology major came to Temple all the long from Cameroon, a West African country. Sophomore Manucla Tchamou came to Philadelphia after a friend in her hometown applied to Temple and decided to attend. She also has a passionate longing to attend medical school and liked the fact that Temple also had a highly respected medical school. When asking Manucla how and why she chose Temple of all schools, she responded, “I heard about Temple through a friend, who went to the same high school as me.” Her high school friend, Sapliir Rsmail, a junior international business administration major, was born in Philadelphia but grew up in the Congo, where he was raised for the majority of his lifetime until he came back to Philadelphia. Because he was born in Philadelphia, he already knew a great deal about Temple and Philadelphia colleges. He applied to Temple to study International Business Administration and he figured, “What better place than Fox School of Business?” Manucla decided to apply after she heard that Saphir really enjoyed the school and city. She then added, “I looked it up and liked the fact that it was a big school and that they had a medical school and a hospital because I wanted to do pre-med. Among all the schools I applied to, Temple was the least cosdy.” Manucla has lived in the city all of her life, so transitioning to anodicr city was not the hard part of her move. However, the transition was bittersweet, as expected. Ijh- “Coming to Philly was a big change just because I was going to be in a different city and different social environment. I was sad about what I was leaving behind, but 1 was excited about what was to come. What she enjoys the most about Temple is its diversity and great opportunities offered, such as its plentiful amount of organizations on campus. “Temple provides its students with many networking and career-building opportunities.” She enjoys the student lift and many clubs and organizations Temple has to offer. Amongst the other schools Manucla applied to, such as Drcxd University, I-a Salle University, and University of Maryland, she liked Temple the best. Like many students, Manuela decided to get involved on campus through pre-professional groups and social groups.Joining organizations helped make her transition much easier because she acquired new friends and new hobbies. Manucla is an acuvc member of campus, even though she is only a sophomore. Manuela has recently joined a sorority, Delta Phi Epsilon. She is a member of the ISA. the Intemadonal Students Association; Temple University Chemistry Society; and Alpha Iqisilon Delta, a pre-professional student organization catered to those entering the field of healthcare. She has really come to appreciate all the great opportunities Temple has to offer. The transition from high school to college is difficult for most students, but Manuela managed to transition from another continent to attend college. MAURA UEBEKMAS I Unconventional Jobs that Teach Valuable Career Skills Temple University is known for providing its students with a well-rounded education used to achieve interesting and fulfilling careers. In addition, Temple offers a variety of unconventional, multi-faceted jobs for students on campus to help prepare for life after college. Chris Williams, a junior media studies and production major, is a videographer for die Temple Owls football team. Mis job is to attend every practice, home game, and some away games, and film the team to help players and coaches sec the plays from different angles, something that Williams hopes to make a permanent career post-graduation. “I would definitely like a career doing something with vidcography. I think this experience [working on campus] has definitely helped me, shooting-wise,” said Williams. “This spring I’m interning with a couple guys who do the same things I do here.” Williams said the job gives him great experience in the vidcography field, among other benefits. “The cool thing about this job is I've only been on a plane once before, but with this job I get to trawl all the time [for away games],” said Williams. “I get to ride planes with the team, so I can’t complain about tliat, because I know a lot of friends who have to drive. We can get across the country in an hour and a half.” Williams’job is not the only one that expands his borders outside of Philadelphia. Nicholas Gareca works as a conversation partner at the writing center in Tuttleman learning Center, and his job is to talk with foreign students to help them learn the English language and American culture. “I meet with a student and sit and talk with them for a 50-minute appointment or a 20-minutc drop in,” said Gareca. “I help diem do whatever they want, whether it is practice presentations, answer questions about English, teach them about American slang.” Gareca speaks English and Spanish and is learning how to speak Chinese. Me savs his jiassion for language expands from his family roots, as he visits family in Argentina every summer. As a conversation partner, Gareca hopes to give international students an opportunity that they might otherwise not have. “Some kids just want to talk. A lot of international students don’t have time to practice speaking because they only interact with native speakers,” said Gareca. The job has introduced Gareca to many new people and new experiences in the work place. “I remember teaching a guy how to swear, who wanted to learn more about American culture,” said Gareca. “He didn’t recognize some of the words his roommates were saying playing [Grand Theft Auto 5], and I was like, i know those words.’ I think in order to understand American culture he needs to understand those words.” “So I asked my boss for permission to teach him to swear. The next day I shook his hand and took him to a private room, and taught him to swear,” said Gareca. “1 told him what the words mean and where they come from. And I told him not to use them in formal occasions.” Being a conversation partner is similar to what Gareca wants to do after he graduates. “Certainly hope to do something with languages, maybe teaching English to second language learners. I want to continue to learn different languages, meet people and travel,” Gareca said. With opportunities like the ones Williams and Gareca are using. Temple helps provide students with experience that can lie used in the real world. LOGAN KWJM TALES FROM BROAD STREET believe it or not, we saw it! In Temple’s newly built Morgan Mall North tower, students stand up to 26 stories above the city of Philadelphia. Those who face south are awarded with an expansive view of Center City every time they look through their windows, while those who face north get a view of the neighborhood of North Philly. But students who face North Philly arc not that unlucky, because they get a full view of Broad vStrect and the entertaining and bizarre tilings that arc prone to hap| cn there. Irooking through die window is like watching TV sometimes. Here’s a compilation of crazy Broad Street sights as spotted from one of the uppermost floors of Morgan 11 all: • August 18: Several cop cars spotted doing U-turns on (’ceil B. Moore Ave. U-turns are illegal in Philadelphia, but it’s no big deal. Got to get it out of their system before move-in day. • August 25: It’s move-in day for die students of Morgan I lall North! North Philly welcomes students back with a celebratory trash fire large enough to be easily mistaken for a burning factor)'. • September 1: Temple freshmen hesitate before crossing the street, letting cars pass first. They have a lot to learn about how walking in Philadelphia works. • September 13: It’s the night of the Insidious: Chapter 2 premiere. Five or six Philadelphia police cars and at least fifteen officers are gathered on the street outside of the Pearl Theater on the comer of Broad and Cecil at around 8:15 p.m. The theater was shut down for the remainder of the night, apparently due to some sort of fight that happened on the premises. No official word was ever released. • September 18: It’s sunny and quiet. Suddenly, a streak of black blasting up Broad Street interrupts the peace. It’s going so fast that it’s hard to make out, but it appears to lie a man in baggy sweatpants riding a pitch-black horse at full force up Broad Street. Pedestrians nervously dodge the beast. His destination is unknown, but he is headed somewhere in North Philly with apparent haste. No sightings have been made since. • September 22: Batman rides his motorcycle toward Center City A woman not dressed as Catwoman is his passenger. It was so uninteresting compared to the horse. • October 1: Traffic outside of Morgan Hall increases as freshmen adapt a complete lack of empathy toward drivers and begin crossing the street without looking, thus becoming fully-fledged Philly walkers. They’re learning • October 4: A melodramatic scream echoes through the air at 2 a.m.! There’s a fight between two juveniles at the Broad and Cecil I intersection. A crowd roughly the size of a dozen gathers in a semi-JJ circle formation to watch. Police quickly show up as the fist light I grows heated first one car, then two, then three and four. 'These arejl actual Philly officere, not just Temple police. The entire crowd of completely i innocent bystanders flees at the sight of the officers for no apparent I reason, scattering in four different directions. Unsure of who to follow I the cops separate 'They fail to follow the two actually involved in the fight.’ Of course, this list does not account for all the common sights seen on a daily basis, such as drunkards stumbling out of the subway station I and human-sized squirrels attacking people for food. Students who I face North Philly definitely get their money’s worth for this view. I hear students who face south get a really awesome view of the su set- LOGAN KRL'M 1 where on cnmpus? H! MSI SPOTS B D Living and going 10 school in the city may leave students in an environment short on greenery, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t enjoyable places to unwind on campus. At Temple, students enjoy spending time outdoors as often as they can, enjoying their free time at an array of places in between classes. No matter where they an- on campus, students feel that tliey can always find a spot outdoors. “I like to sit on the Tyler lawn when tlx- weather is nice,” said Jessica Breincr, a junior. Tm an engineering major, so it’s located really close to the building” The university also does its part to provide great hang-out spots for students all around campus, particularly with the addition of a colorful arrangement of lounge chairs and the TU Big Chairs just last year. Despite these new additions, some students feel that a simple table docs the job just fine. “My favorite plate to hang out on campus is among the picnic tables lining Palcy library along 12th St. It’s a great way to sit outside, where it’s not overly crowded and populated, and enjoy good weather,” said lily Fronden, a senior communications major. “Temple has a great college fed even though it’s located in the middle of the city.” With socializing usually conies food. Students love to catdi up with friends and grab a bite to eat at souk of tlx- many kications around camjMK. “I like how Temple has a wide variety of places to cat and hang out,” said Meghan Green, a junior speech language hearing science major “My favorite jJacc to eat is Qdd a because I love all Mexican food, and it’s located right on Broad Street, where I frequent often.” “Usually when 1 socialize with friends, we go out to eat,” said Katie O’Brien, a senior anthro|X logy major. “I love grabbing pizza at City View because it is so conveniently located dose to my apartment, is inexpensive, and offers a variety of food for when I’m hungry late at night.” Whctltcr it's students sitting outside strumming guitars, or organizations canning for charity, there is always something going on around campus and a spot where you can take it all in. MAURA IJKJIKRMAN BATTLE OF THE SEXES obvious gender divide at two most popular gyms As students, we spend so many hours a week sitting in classrooms taking notes, completing projects, and pulling all-nighters to study for exams that we barely have any time for ourselves. But, we still seem to find the time to get out of bed at odd hours of the day (or night) and trek our way to the gym. And why do we do this? Ls it to lose weight for the parties we attend on the weekend? Is it to prepare for batliing suit season approaching? Or is it just to be healthy? With two different gyms on campus and free access for all Temple University students and administration, campus offers plenty of equipment suital lc for everyone. Ixx-ated right on tl� c edge of campus is the Independence Blue Cross Recreation Center (IBC) and Temple University Fitness (TUF). Most boys tend to be more interested in going to IBC because of the better weight lifting options and most gids tend to prefer working out at TUF over IBC. There is more equipment and heavier weights for a more advanced lifter.” said junior Nicholas Youssef, regarding why he dioses the IBC. Students have noticed that both gyms do offer a variety of workout tods, but seem to be more interested in one gym over another because of die muscles or l ody parts they are trying to improve for themselves. “Although cardio is a big part of my physical fitness, so Ls weight training, and the IBC provides that much more than TUF does,” said sophomore Michael Czerniakowski. 'I'he motivation behind the gym is different for every person. One boy claimed to l e interested in going to TUF because he can get a work out in and meet girls. It’s like killing two birds with one stone. “I go to TUF to stay in shape so 1 can eat whatever I want. And, all the girls go there,” said junior Andre Sapp. If there is not a reason behind it, there seems to lx a pattern with the gym that boys choose and the gym that girls choose. “There’s more space for abs. It’s more cardio oriented which means there will lx gids,” said junior Jordan I .a Spada. But, most boys choose IBC because of the weight lifting options drat TUF lacks. Girls prefer TUF because of the treadmill machines and elliptical, but IBC docs offer classes that spark the interest of a lot of girls. It is a fun way to get a work out in with your friends or even by yourself. “I go to Pilates every Wednesday because it’s not a high intensity workout but it actually works a lot of muscles and leaves me feeling accomplished and also it’s very relaxing,” said sophomore Haley Kuhns. “It’s all really just to look better.” The gym is a place where | eop!c are going to better themselves and some students liave found that having a social aspect makes working out even better. “I actually go to IBC. It’s closer to my bouse and all my friends go there. I actually have some guy friends that go there too and they help me lift, so it’s all right,” said junior Alexandra Snell. 'I'he goal is to improve our own physical appearance while at the gym and that was a statement that both boys and girls could agree on. “We go to die gym and work out for everyone around us. It’s so true, we do it to impress everyone else but we should just be trying to impress ourselves,” said junior Amy O’Neill. “It just doesn’t work like that.” MARIS V fuller With ail the diverse dining options at Temple University, no wonder the freshman 15 is sueii a fear. From typical American food to French crepes and Greek salads, the food same on campus can lx ovxrrwhclming Luckily for students almost all the great food options are located in the heart of campus, making for easy access at all times. Since students spend most of their time at the Tech Center doing homework or working on projects, when it is time to eat they are usually looking for convenience, which can be found at the food pla a next to the building. 12th Street Food Pad Vendors has seven different restaurants including Richie’s. Richie Jr. has been offering his services and good food for more than forty years on campus, following the food steps of his dad who started with a cart on 13th St. in the late (id's, lie is a hardworking man, serving students, families and stafT during the week from 7 a.m. till 7 p.m. and has become famous on Temple’s Campus for his good cats. “I love everybody,” said Richie, when expressing his happiness of seeing so many jx-oplc coming to Richie’s. Gina Amoroso, a senior psychology major, is a recurring customer at Richie’s. She praises his good work and appreciates the way Richie treats his customers. “Great food, great service and great prices,” Amoroso said. “Richie always makes sure I’m taken care of.” Chicken finger wnq s and hot dogs an good once in a while, Ixit what alxntt a fresh and healthy salad? Khrystyna Oros, a junior majoring in legal studies and finance, highly suggests the Adriatic Grill located a few doors down front Richie’s. “They have great salads that have really fresh, delicious ingredients ami [the staff} is super friendly, family operated business people,” Oros explained. Brand new on campus and crraied by two Tyler Sclux� l of Art alumni students, Matthew Graig and Kristen Mills, the Gloud (ktffcc cart offers great coffee and other local-made delieiousness. “When we [Kristen and Matthew] were on campus, we would take coffee breaks together a lot and complain about the lack of coffee ... so we joked about starting a coffee truck,” said Mills. Gloud Goffce is also a piece of art as the owners explain the cart is alxiut the social role of the artist” on their kick-starter. Gollcgc students tend to complain about being broke all the time, but that’s not a problem at Temple because the university offers different affordable meal solutions. Students can stuff their faces at J ll dining liall if they wish to do so. Temple University Dining Services’ website says, “This is the largest student restaurant on campus and is an ‘All You Gan To Eat’ restaurant dial offers the widest variety of meal choices.” Peter Blicharz, a junior MIS major finds the best platter deal outside of University owned dining halls at NY Gyro right across from the student center. “I love this place because they have a great S3 deal on my combo platter, which is chicken and lamb over rice with hot sauce and white sauce!” said Blicharz. The comix) special also conics with a free drink. There arc a lot of temptations and sweet deals on Temple’s main campus to splurge on every once in a while, but it’s also not ban! to find places that serve healthy alternatives to help combat the dreaded freshman 15. A1JSON VAYNE Whether it’s scribbled, scratched or etched, students love to practice (heir penmanship skills on nearly any surface on campus. Graffiti masks desks, buildings and bathroom stalls campus-wide from inside the TECH Center to Barton Ilall. Here are what some of your fellow classmates were thinking as they used the restroom... uhs i v do -nm lI '� Juo 'w« TV vo-v -% ■ )0S MOh ’7 00 tv hpoq I99S UOJ . nvVo , o 0 3 v Temple Students are Proud to Represent Cherry and White From football to basketball, Temple students find themselves overjoyed and enthused with school spirit at every home game and, sometimes, even at away games. The student section, flooded with cherry and white, gives all students the opportunity to support their school as one. There air traditions tliat current students and alumni will carry with than for the rest of their lives and a lot of those traditions come from sporting events. The Temple fight song, one tliat every Tcnijde student can sing and dance along to, is just one of the many traditions. Hie “I Believe” cheer is another tradition that has recently become huge at football and basket trail games. As a game approaches tlie end, knowing tluu wr liavr pulled through with a win, Temple fans begin the cheer. A Clieny Crusade member yells “I” and all the fans repeat what they say until everyone is yelling “I believe that wr have won,” at die same time while jumping around in die stands. “'Hie ‘I Believe’ chant is my favorite. It is die loudest and most exciting thing wc do,” said senior Chelsea Koerbler. “I love that when something happens at a basketball game or a football game, each and ever)' one of die Temple students and Temple alumni cheer and sing the fight song. It is such a cool feeling knowing that we really arc all one,” said junior Rhonda Daher. Junior lVatik Patel liasn’t missed a game since he came to Temple and never plans on missing one. You can find Raid in the student section running dirough die aisles, screaming for his team, covered in cherry and white. “I love die camaraderie, pride and tradition tliat all my fellow Owls share with me. 1 love my school and want everyone else around me to feel that,” said Patel. School spirit is more dian just wearing your sdiool colors and sitting at die game watching. At Tanplc, there arc diants and dieers, banners to liold, jioni ikriis towavr, activities on the court to participate in, dancing and so much more. “I go to all of the games because I like the atmosphere inside the arena and 1 love supporting the team,” said sophomore Kevin 11anion. “There is never a dull moment at die Iiacouras Center during iiaskcthall games.” Without the student section s sdiool sjirit, games would not lie as appealing for students to go ta “I like the proximity of where you sit, the school spirit and the fact that I get to watch my school play all at the same time,” said junior Evan Burns. “It is always crazy inside because wc all really love our school.” When students feel a sense of school spirit, they become more engaged. School spirit makes students proud of wliat they arc doing and it unites us all as one. “I love going to Temple sjxut games, csjx’rialy the basketliall games. There is just so mud spirit and hype in the student section tlu-makes me excited and pumped that I air. Temple Made,” said freshman Ian Miller Many students have never missed a game and refuse to miss one because of the support and love they feel for the teams It becomes more than a hobby and mort than just something to do for students. “Wc arc usually pretty good and wc normally play up to competition to teams we are not sup|K)scd to beat and we do,” said junior Alex Long. “That’s what it’s all about.' Win or lose. Temple students will continue to love and support their teams. “It doesn’t matter if wc lose every game of the season; diere will always be students in the student section cheering on our teams becaia that’s just what wc do here,” said Daher. maris v tvua T F 72®®©®© T F 53®®©®® T F 73®®©®© r F T F T F 1 PnJt -e Y ow P of-e OK s Who Ranks the Highest? Attending IVmplc University is a great op|X rtunity for students to connect with dedicated professors. Whether the class was fun and creative or one that allows students to catch a glimpse of what their career path will l c like, every student has a favorite during their time in college. Our student l ody has access to an array of professors, many of whom create a classroom experience that is based on the real world. A great professor’s class isn’t always easy—they have a passion for their craft and make sure students walk away with new knowledge that in turn makes the class a memorable favorite. Let’s face it- if we could all graduate without having to go to class, that would be ideal. 1 laving to get up in the morning and get read)’ for the day’s classes ahead can be dreadful. Yet, throughout one’s college career, there will be at least one professor who will make class bearable and actually really fun. Without experience, graduating solely with the perfect GPA docs not always lead to success. Dr. Jim Marra is a favorite of some students simply because he brings reality into his Introduction to Media Society class. The class taught me how to woric well in a group and how important having a team is in this business,” said Tiffany Wcitzmann, an advertising major. “I lis class wasn't easy. It was very time consuming yet helpful.” Another |X)pular teacher from the School of Media (loom limitation is IYofessor Gregg Hristman. Feistman teaches strategic communications and is said to teach from experience rather than straight from the book. He brings in the actuality of the communications field through requiring his students to transform their mind to think as a communications professional. Julian Gross, a public relations major, learned how to write his first of many press releases in Professor Feistman’s class. “(The new skills] have allowed me to gain amazing internships,” Gross said. In addition to the genuine communications capability he provides, Professor Feistman’s insatiable sense of humor makes the class much livelier. Mosaics is a two part class that all Temple students must take to graduate, and many dread it because of the amount of reading and the writing it requires. Professor Kim Wilson teaches both mosaics I and II, and her stttdcnts say dial she re-ally makes it worthwhile. She sets up the classroom in a style that resembles a conference room so that the discussions in class can How freely. I Icr class thrives off of students speaking their mind, sharing opinions and even disagreeing! ‘‘Professor Wilson wasn’t afraid to s|x ak Iter mind. She lias a fierce and sassy personality and is extremely intelligent. It always made class interesting,” DiBartolomeo said. Temple consists of more than 2,500 professors, educators with golden jx-rsonalitics, dedication aixl sincerity. As Temple University students, we arc very fortunate to have so many resources at our disposal to prepare us for our careers such as intemsliips, a career center and most of all, teachers who do more than just teach- ones that expand our minds in innovative ways. taja uvus Dr. Marra had his students participate in a competition at the end of the year called “'Hie Beyond Competition”. His students are exacted to work in teams all semester long and prepare for this by creating a concept and a marketing plan. Jennifer DiBartolomeo, a psychology major, said that Professor Wilson was her favorite teacher. DiBartolomeo recalls her favorite assignments as being “su|X!r fun and creative,” with one assignment being a mix CD that was related to the themes shared in class. i MAINSTREAM MAJORS STUDENTS' MOST POPULAR MAJOR CHOICES Temple students have always been known as being diverse, which was proven even further when the US News and World Report released a list of tire most popular majors at the scliool of the 125 undergraduate majors offered at Temple University. The most popular ones fall under all different career paths including business, communications, visual and performing arts, education and social sciences. The largest number of students, 23 percent of undergrads, at Temple arc business majors, which lias a number of specializations under its umbrella including those who study management, marketing and related support service. Communications is tied with visual and performing arts for the second most popular major with 11 percent of the student body studying these subjects. Tara Morris, a senior strategic communications major-thc second most popular major at Temple, chose lier major for numerous reasons “I really like writing and working with people.” Morris said. “There’s so many things you can do such as event planning, social media and working with non-profit organizations. I knew that a strategic communications degree would give me a lot of different opportunities in the field of communications.” Despite the popularity of some majors, that docs not mean they are without their flaws, according to some students. Nicole Smith, a senior psychology major, said that while she loves her major, there are a few things that she would change about the program. “I’m fascinated by the human mind and I’ve always wanted a career where I can help others.” Education and social science round out the top five most popular majors at Temple with between five and eight percent of students enrolled in these degrees. When it comes to choosing a major, many students choose Temple’s most popular majors for their diverse and acclaimed programs. “I’m fascinated by the human mind and I’ve always wanted a career where I can help others,” she said, but also wishes there were more to die program. “I think Temple has a good undergraduate program, but I do wish there were more research opportunities.” In addition, many students start out studying a jxipular major, but then end of switching their path of study by die time they graduate. Stephanie Dalce, was just one of many students who changed her major to a less popular degree offer at Temple. She made the switch from early childhood education to English and plans to stick widi this decision. Dalce said diat die uncertainty of what exactly she will do with a degree in English kept her from making the switch for a long time. “Most people that I talked to about being an English major would say things like, ‘What are you going to do with that?’ or “So you want to be a starving artist?' Their opinions and my uncertainties kept me from making the change,” she said. Despite the switch from the fourth most popular major at Temple, Dalce is happy with her choice and looking forward to her future with a degree in English after speaking with her advisor. “1 came out widi a tetter understanding and reinforced confidence about the many things one can do with an English degree.” she said. “I couldn't be happier with my choice.” According to Temple’s Academic Resource Center, 50 percent of college students change their major at least once before graduation. Despite the many changes, the most popular majors at Temple remain die same, and only time will tell if they result in a successful and happy future few students. MAURA UHM1RMAN the next scientific debate Every Temple student is familiar with the grogginess that comes packaged hand-in-hand with an early morning lecture. Kor some students, a better way to tackle the day is to get a more liands-on learning approach from Temple University’s science labs. Temple ofTcrs many lab-heavy courses for chemistry; biology, pltysics and more, in which students get to approach learning formulas and experiments from a first-hand jxTsjjective. Most labs arc located in Barton Hall and Bcury Hall on main campus. Teaching assistant Fcngcheng Wu meets with his Physics I0G1 class for lab experiments once a week. They attend lectures as well where they learn the practices they will lx applying in the lab- “In every mechanic course, the most iitt|X)rtant concept to learn is Newton’s laws of motion. To apply them, we talked about friction force, gravity and circular motion. The whole course is about mechanics: motion and force,” said Wu. As the learning styles differ between lal s and lectures, both come with pros and cons. Some students prefer learning in lectures. “(In bits] we're following directions and hoping we get good results. Lectures teach more formulas that will help us in real life,” said Cody Hcrbst, a sophomore computer science major. Meanwhile, some students favor a more direct, physical approach. “Science labs illustrate how certain concepts come to life,” said Susan Gramlich, a sopltomorr chemistry major. “They are easier because I’m a hands-on person. Once I can carry out concepts physically, it makes more sense.” Wu believes both teach a separate set of important skills. “If you can only do well in [cither lecture or lab], do well in the lecture, lectures have more presentation. If you cannot get the lecture right, you cannot get the experiment,” said Wu. “Students have to be good in knowing the system of physics concept so that they can also learn by- observing to enhance understanding” Many students found that they agreed with Wu’s advice. “In labs, you apply what you learn in lectures. R r example, we did a momentum lab that we never learned in lecture, and it was more difficult than others,” said TariquI Islam, a sophomore electrical engineering major. “So both lectures and bbs are helpful.” Each lab comes equipped with computers and any other necessary technologies to help students complete the ex|x riments. “We always use software interfaces to help students accomplish experiments. Many of the programs are automatic and easier for them to use,” said Wii. Whether students personally’ prefer learning from lectures or lalw, lx th teach essential skills for a well-rounded education. LOGAN KRt’M S tUcke,Nt£ SWAe,Mt The Russell Conwell Learning Center Offers a Unique Tutoring Service With a total of 40 tutors in the program, The Russell Conwell Learning Center (RCLC) is one of the many places on Temple’s campus that students can utilize to their academic advantage. The RCLC faculty has made their learning center different than most by making it a place where students and faculty can get to know each other and be a part of a comfortable and welcoming environment. “The RCLC is great. It has so much to ofTcr. It is a support and; family. Even though I am a tutor, I still struggle with my classes ai. there are so many people in the RCLC that are willing to help nr succeed,” RCLC scholar and tutor Allyson Brown said. The students and faculty who make up the RCLC work together i provide support for students striving for academic excellence “RCLC has been like a family to me. I could not have made it this far without them,” RCLC scholar and tutor Vcrishia Coaxum said. One of the many goals of the RCLC is to assist students whenever they need it. They help with campus resources, social adjustments, future career plans, and even making new friends. “RCLC has been like a family to me. I could have not made it this far without them.” According to their website, “In honoring tht learning process, the Center will foster ; community of scholars, which recognizes thf intrinsic value, diversity, and integrity of eac individual. “This progrant provides more than just tutoring; they offer academic counseling services, workshops, scholarships, jobs and much more. Specifically, the tutoring program is open to all students,” Coaxum said. “We provide an hour of one-on-one tutoring with undergraduate students in a variety of subjects from music to sciences.” Tutors Itavc found that once dtey became a part of the RCLC, they felt like they were a part of a family. It became a place that students always knew they could go to for help or support, no matter the circumstance. Because die center has such a variety of difieres students in their program, each tutor specialize in two or three of their strongest subjects to be of better assistant to students. Because of the diversity of subject knowledge at th' RCLC, even tutors find themselves using their services. “I benefit tremendously from tutoring at RCLC. I learn from nr students. They keep me up to date on the newest writing techniques and current events. They also allow me to widen my range of teaching styles so that I can reach a broader audience, Coaxum said “They help me create new ways to communicate learning techniques. The center is always an engaged place. Not only is there always While receiving their own benefits from working at the RCLC, the tutoring taking place, but students can use computer labs, talk to tutors also benefit tremendously as well, advisors and much more. “The RCLC is usually full of students, most of the time being productive. There are a lot of resources available to students. That includes textbook rentals, counselors and computer lal s.” said RC1X'. tutor, Marjani Edwards. 'Fite benefits that I liave received from tutoring improved my English skills and helped me to make the Dean’s List my first semester,” Coaxum said. “My tutors at RCLC had a positive impact on my experience at Temple and I wanted to provide that for others.” Some of the students that occupy the center on a regular basis arc also RCLC scholars, which means that this organization is even more important to them. Being an RCLC scholar means that the student had to participate in a six week program during the summer before their freshman year to guarantee their admission into the university. This gave students who did not do as well as they wanted to do on the SA'I’s the opportunity to show their potential in a classroom setting “The benefits that I received from tutoring improved my English skills and helped me to make the Dean’s List my first semester,” For tutors, achieving their | osition was something that they needed to work toward. It is a process to become a tutor in the RCLC because they arc-expected to be reliable and to understand how crucial their job is to the students they arc helping “I have learned that you need a lot of patience to work with people. It is always a learning experience,” Brown said. While the tutors are helping others, they are also being hel| ed along the way. “I am an RCLC scholar. I started tutoring because I marissa fuller liave always had a passion to give lack and help otiiers. As an RCC member, I personally know the importance and how valuable a tutor can be,” Coaxum said. As a junior here at Temple University, Susan “Susu” Coyne has finally mastered the art of balancing it all, and she sure has a lot to balanec. Coyne, studying kinesiology and pre-health professions, is also a member of Temple Univcisity’s Women’s Rowing She did not come to Temple with tlve plan to row. Ratl� er, die opportunity piescntcd itself. A few weeks into Coyne’s freshman year, the women’s rowing team caught her attention when they were advertising at a table outside of the dining hall at Johnson Hardwick. Site was attracted by their friendly, yet easy going attitudes. Coyne, with no official experience, decided to give it a try'. 'I he passion Coyne felt for rowing helped signify her spot on the team. Aside from the simple pleasure she receives from rowing, it is a way for her to connect to her family. “My younger brother did it in high school so 1 had been to a couple races. I was kind of familiar with it and I just tried it,” Coyne said. “It’s cool because it’s something that my younger brother and I both do so when he comes to races and when I go to his races, it’s something that we can l oth relate to eacii other with.” Now in her junior year, Coyne has developed and improved her rowing skills and it shows in her achievements at Temple. In her sophomore year, she was | art of the team that led the “Cherry” Varsity 8 (bow) to gold medals. R r Coyne, being an athlete is important but being a student comes first. Balancing it all can be difficult with the intense schedule rowing requires, but site is not letting that stop her from achieving her academic and athletic goals. Coyne lias picked up a few tricks to help lialancc her priorities and advises anyone else with a busy schedule to do the same. “I take as many classes at 8 am as possible to get it out of the way. I’m also super crazy about my agenda. I write down everything and give myself warnings for when big things arc due,” Coyne said. “Freshman and sophomore year I would be really bad alxnit it. I would put things ofT and be up late getting them done. I think I’m better about it now.” With such a hectic schedule that include practices six days a week and a regatta on the weekends, students like Coyne need a little help from the coaches. Women’s Rowing Mead Coach Rcliecca Smith Grzybowski makes sure she is there to guide and encourage her student athletes. “We are very fortunate to liave some incredible su| |)Ort available to our student-athletes dirough the Resnick Center. Wc have a fantastic academic advisor, Sarah Perginc, who works with us to help our students balance the demands of Division I athletics with the responsibilities of being a college student,” she said “Our job as a coaching staff is to liolrl diem accountable for their responsibilities as students, as athletes and as citizens. One of die major changes we made this year to supjiort dieir academic J goals was switching to afternoon practices to give them the | opportunity to get more sleep which can aid performance in all aspects of dieir lives - paruculady in the classroom.” Coyne’s dedication to her school work and athlcdcs has forced her to miss out on certain social aspects of the college life, but her and her teammates don’t let that hold them down. “My teammates and I can’t go too crazy on the weekends because Saturdays we have practice and Sundays we still have school wort to do because we can’t get that all done in the week,” she said. “Wc do a lot of other stuff like going out to dinner or going to get movies or shoeing” Although it is definitely not easy for Coyne, rowing has given her great friends that have made it all worth it. “You do get really close to people when you have to go dirough really bard practices. It makes you better friends,” Coyne said. SJOBHAN REDDING DAACE DISPLAV Boyer Students Show off Best Work at Annual Student Dance Concert The annual student dance concert is a time for die young choreographers and dancers of the Boyer College of Music and Dance to display their talent and get the recognition they deserve at the start of their professional dance careers. The concert is a juried selection of student dance woik and glorifies the proud students whose pieces are chosen because it is a highly competitive selection process. Three shows were held on the weekend of November 15-16 this year. Conwell Dance Theater, die black box dance theater located on die fifth floor of Conwell Hall, saw an affable crowd of family members, friends, members of the dance community and overall supporters of the students dancing or presenting choreography in the show. Jessica Goodale, a sophomore dance majorat Temple University, was one of eleven students whose choreography was selected to be in die show-. Her piece was titled Timeworn and was j crformed by two other dance majors, Nia Sliand and Sopliiann Moore. The dancers wore led tops and black shorts and moved in ume with each other. The music had a very syncopated rhydim to it and the lighting was generally dark, almost so diat only the oudinc of the dancers’ bodies could be shown. “My piece started as an assignment for Dance Composition class, said Goodale. “Jillian Harris assigned a piece of music and two dancers. Our assignment was to choreograph a piece about time and how we can work through time to change the audience’s experiences as they’re watching the dance, so I played around a lot with time.” Goodale, wl o started dancing at the age of two, studied dance at Marymount College for a semester before transferring to Temple. She lias experience choteographing commercial style dance for dance teams and competitions, but this is her first modem piece. Goodale says that her two dancers, Shand and Moore, were a huge contributing factor to her piece. “The different styles of the dancers really added a lot to the piece. There was certain points where I would say. ‘Sophiann I want you to move around the space and conic in front of Nia in a count of eight,’ and she would improvise it,” Goodale said. “I would give guidelines like, I want jumping or smooth movements, but they contributed a lot with their own styles.” Another jwwerful example of student work selected to be in the show was the piece Every by Kailey McCrudden, a junior dance major at Temple University. Fivr dancers, including McCrudden herself, took the stage in a liighly energized and accented piece to a very rhythmic song “My piece was inspired by walking and cross walks, but it became a very loose and abstract interpretation of those tilings,” McCrudden said. “It was not meant to send a message to the audience. I just wanted people to enjoy the movement and composition. It was a strictly kinesthetic presentation.” The dancers wore grey shirts and maroon pants as they strutted across the stage with purpose, at times moving in-step with each other and becoming identical to the other dancers. McCnidden, a native of upstate New York and dancer since the age of four, has choreograplied two other pieces that have been selected for die student dance concert. She also choreographed a piece that was shown in The Bates Dance Festival New Works Showcase this past summer. CHELSEY HAMILTON Micel Sanchez shares her international journey A year ago, Micel Sanchez, a junior majoring in social work was preparing for her first departure to Europe during the spring of 2013. Along with 23 other Temple students, Sanchez decided to go to Oviedo, Spain to complete her Spanish minor. Having learned the language from her Spanish parents, Sanchez also wanted to speak the language properiy and fluently. Although site didn’t leave until early 2013, Sanchez applied through Temple during summer of 2012 as the process to put the trip together lasts an entire semester due to tire tinre it takes to get all tire paperwork done. “[In September] you have to start going through the whole process with scholarships, passports, visas and all these health forms and health insurance and host families,” said Sanchez. “Last thing I did was getting my flight in December.” Studying abroad is open to all students from any major and minor, though, in order to | artici])atc in the program, specific requirements arc to be met. For example, there is a GPA requirement and specific classes have to be taken by students who apply to participate in tire program. “Most students who apply are eligible through requirements and aie accepted,” said Sara Sequin, the associate director of Education Abroad. “For the Spain semester program, typically we have between 25 and 30 students who participate in that every year.” Students have to get their passport and visa before leaving the US. Sanchez already had her passport, which facilitated the process. For her visa, site liad to fill out a form, pay a ice and send the file to New York. The light deadlines made this process stressful for students. That was the most nerve-racking part because everybody was always worried if it was going to get back to them on time,” said Sanchez. “You have so much less time than you think.” While being abroad, students stay with host families. In die application, Sanchez had to answer questions, so Temple could match her with a family that corresponded to her needs and desires. “You fill out diis profile form and you decide how much independence you want from the family, if you arc ok with pets, if there is any food you don’t like to cat and if you prefer cliildren or not in your family,” said Sanchez. “Somewhat everybody got matched and, if you were not happy with your family, you could switch anytime you wanted.” Sandies had two host families. She decided to change after two montlis because she did not feel comfortable with her first family. However, Sanchez had a great time with her second host mom. “My second host mom was awesome,” said Sanchez. “She was so active, funny and always laughing and she was an awesome cook.” Despite Temple’s efforts to make students feel comfortable, having to get used to a new country, culture, lifestyle and language can sometimes be overwhelming. “I think one of the biggest fears is among students who don’t know anyone else who is participating in their piogram. Tltey sometimes think that they will be completely on their own when they arrive to their destinations,” said Sequin. “Students typically find that they bond really strongly with one another because they’re going through such a new experience together and quickly become friends.” “Students typically find that they bond really strongly with one another because they’re going through such a new experience together and quickly become friends.” Temple students also get to meet the local residents of the country. At the University of Oviedo, Sanchez liad two tandem jjartners. She would meet with her two Spanish partners to speak half English and half Spanish. Through her partners, she was able to make friends in Spain. I lowever, Sanchez spent most of her time with Americans or other international students coming from all different countries. “For the most part, I stayed with Temple students because we arc kind of a clique,” said Sanchez. “With the program, you are surrounded by non-Spanish people.” Ibr Sanchez, tire new culture was not so much of a shock. “I feel like I got so immersed that it became normal,” said Sanchez. She simply had to get used to little things such as interacting with others. For example, Sanchez quickly discovered that greeting someone randomly in the street is considered weird. She said, “They think you’re a psycho or something like that.” She explained Spanish people are formal with each other when it comes to strangers. Sanchez also liad to get used to the difference between Latin American and Spanish. She would get confused with certain words, especially regarding food. “Latin American and Spanish food, the names arc different, like tortillas and pancakes,” said Sanchez. “[Spanish people] would just say names and I [would get] confused.” However, Sanchez did not have any problems with classes. She did not have much of a choice while selecting her classes as four out of five of them she had to take were necessary to finish her minor. “They were pretty simple ones like History and Culture of Spain, Translation Skills, we also learned about Hispanic America, South America, Art of Spain and some oilier class I can’t remember,” said Sanchez. After returning to the US., Sanchez realized tliat America was a lot “newer” than Europe. “I didn’t realize how young our country was until 1 traveled around Paris, Rome and Portugal, said Sanchez. “I saw all these beautiful churches and buildings that were built like hundreds and hundreds of years before America was even founded.” ALISON VAYNE Inspiring Change: President Theobald Gives Insight on the University Organizational Change, President Neil Theobald's brand new class, offers freshmen the opportunity to talk about Temple University’s issues, analyze them and find a solution over the course of the year. Every Monday at 5:30 p.m., the class of 25 students meets on the second floor of Sullivan Mall to discuss problems and changes that could be made at Temple University. •‘What are the views of a range of students?” said President Theobald. It Ls a good way to liavc some sent of student issues, concerns and thoughts. President Theobald has multiple goals for this class, as it is not only a class to figure out what Temple needs to change. Since these students arc freshmen, he believes they could take leadership positions at Temple and help the university become better later on in their undergraduate programs. Students also gain a new set of skills as they’re learning how to analyze and solve problems. “The idea is how do you come into a new situation and figure out what is going well and what isn’t going well. Of those things that arc not going well, what do you need to fix?” said Theobald. Each week, the class comes up with a new topic to discuss. “We’ve done master planning, we’ve done the hospital, we’ve done affordability in debt,” said Theobald. “We take a different problem every week and we discuss it. Then they have to read about it and write a paper about the reading each week.” Students take Organizational Change during the entire year and not just one semester. It allows Theobald to have one semester focusing on the problems and the second one on solving one issue in small groups. “By the end of this semester [fall], they have to form consultant teams of three to five, in which they identify a problem that has come up in the course,” said Theobald. “On the last part of the semester, they will actually make their consultant report.” The first few weeks, Theobald explained that students were “very quiet.” One topic that caught students’ attention and got them started in the class was about food. “Healthy food options, tlte hours the dining is open, all kinds of practical things, but they really matter if you live on campus,” said Theol ald. Mary Beth Palic, a freshman nursing major, enjoys the class and the perspective it gives her on the organization of the university. I thought it would lie a good opportunity to kind of see what kind of life it was outside of students' perspective and to sec what goes on in a different world, in a different part of the university from the administrative aspect,” said Palic. “Taking a class with the President always seems like a good idea” Theobald hopes that his students arc getting something out of the class as much as he does. For Palic, Organizational Change helped her have a different view on the world outside of her major. “I am getting a broad view of how the university works, which is kind of alittle bit of a microcosm of how the world works,” said Palic. President Theobald plans on having the class next year. I Ic does not know how he will do it or what topics he will l c discussing yet, however he believes it is very beneficial for the university and the students. “It gives diem a good experience on how organizations work. said Tlteobald. “It’s very practical things but it is larger as it can help the university. ALISON VAYNE TEMPLE MADE MUSIC Student-run Record Label Gives Budding Musicians a Chance to Make it Big Temple I niversity is a school bursting at its seams with talented musicians. During college, many artists find their own sound that defines who they are. Bell Tower Music is Temple’s non-profit record label aimed to help and support these students in developing their unique musical talents. I 'ndcr the guidance of Aaron Levinson, Bell Tower Music has found several diverse artists that they believe represent and support die diversity within Temple’s community. Chelsea Reed The Fair Weather Five ait just one of the lucky groups to lx- represented by Bell Tower Music. Since they formed in October 2012, Chelsea Reed die Fair Weather Five have played several shows in the Philadelphia area. Through the shows, they were able to gain a small Temple-based following, which was enough to catch the attention of Bell Tower Music and the) approached the band with an offer. “They found us and I guess they liked what dicy heard,” said Reed the lead singer. Since the label prides itself on its diversity, Chelsea Reed the Fair Weather Five were a perfect fit for Bell Tower Music. Their sound consists of early swing music primarily from die ‘30s and ‘40s with strong roots in blues music from the turn of the century. Reed finds similarities between 'llic Fair Weather Five and artists such as Billie Holiday, Teddy Wilson and Lester Young and while they may be playing music from the past, their music is for people of all ages. We always focus on how danccablc our songs are,” Reed said. Bell Tower Music has given The Fair Weather Five a range of possibilities as they develop as a band. The label, while helping to promote die musicians, docs not take away dicir voices and opinions. “We have full control and they support our sound completely. In fact, working with Aaron Levinson and Jack Klotz allowed us to delve deejjer into early 20di century jazz when we were looking for album songs,” Reed said. The record label is not just for musicians though. Bell Tower Music is run completely by students who are looking to learn more about music, audio engineering, journalism, communications and new media. This gives them experience and expertise and a realistic sense of what it is like to run a record label. In exchange for their free promotional and managerial skills, the artists of Bell Tower Music must liavc dieir songs on iTunes U and the Bell Tower Music website. This is not a problem for Chelsea Reed the Fair Weather Five. In fact, it is one of the many aspects that made becoming a Bell Tower Music artist such an amazing opportunity. “They offered us an album, some shows and much more promotion dian we could do ourselves for free and with people who loved our sound and genuinely wanted to help us grow. We work with college students who have a drive to make a living from music. What band wouldn’t take that offer?” Reed said. SlOBHAN REDDING double trouble is double majoring really worth the extra work? Most students cannot find the dine to engage in other acdviues while majoring in one subject and possibly minoring in another. Some, however, have the motivation to major in two subjects. As double major students at Temple, Colleen McNamara, a fifth year student majoring in English and early childhood education, and Caitlin Santos, a senior English and secondary' education major, bodi manage their time wisely with the courses offered to them. For some students, it is a requirement to take up two majors for their academic program and for it to be done so on schedule in order to graduate on time. Both McNamara and Samos can attest to that. “1 would recommend double majoring right away because it gives you more time to fit it into your schedule,” McNamara said. “I never took more than five classes at a time, so my social life is pretty similai to that of other students. However, I did have to take summer classes and extend my gr aduation date. So, I chose to extend college rather than suffer with the amount of work and stress of a double major.' “I decided to become a teacher and I knew that I wanted to do that at the secondary- level which required a double major. Once you get certified at the secondary- level, you have to have a content to be proficient in for your certification, so mine is English,” Santos said. Even with a double major, students should not rule out any other extra-curricular because according to McNamara it is possible to do it all. “I started off originally minoring in English, but switclied it to a major so that 1 could study abroad and have more options of classes to take in Ireland,” said McNamara. “1 studied at Trinity College Dublin.” College can always be planned according to a student’s schedule because some can manage being full-time students while working two part-time jobs and others are part-time students with one full-time job. “I’m 26, so I’m probably a little older than most of my fellow double majors,” said Santos. “It’s forced me to grow up and I know myself bi tter now. My social life takes a little bit of a hit because I haw a full-time job also, working 30 hours a week.” With Temple's accredited academic programs some students attend Temple knowing exactly what diey want to pursue or some only know once they begin their academic career here. Either way, students arc content with the academic programs and resources provided to them. “1' w. s pretty easy to double major with the amount of classes Temple had to offer. I think it would be more difficult at a smaller school where you arc more dependent on certain semesters for certain classes,” McNamara said. “Both English and early childhood education arc my passions. Although, there are days when I have a lot of work, I know it is worth it Ixrcausc it will look great on my resume.” Santos did not come to Temple with a planned agenda. Instead, she went with die flow. “I dkln’t liave to do much otlu r rescarrh or go anywhere dsc because it’s actually been working out for me and my work schedule,” Santos said. Despite the assumptions that double major students liave twice die work, !x th Santos and McNamara haw managed to set their priorities all leading up to the goal of graduating Temple by taking advantage of their academic career. DIANA DAVID RISING IN THE RANKINGS Seniors See the Change Temple University lias never been short on school spirit, whether it is die array of ‘Temple Made” gear or the new “Temple is Philadelphia's Public University” ads on SEPTA buses and Center City newsstands. While many sec this as just a new ad campaign to get Temple on the map, these campaigns reflect much more than what meets the eye. In their animal college rankings, US. News and World Rc|X rt ranked Temple 121 based on categories like Academic Life, Student Life, Campus Info Services and Buying for School. Temple’s 121 spot is an increase from 125, where the university ranked in the past. Vs Temple continues to giovv and become a better university, the changes it has made have not gone unnoticed by this year’s graduating class. One of these students is a senior magazine journalism major, Jennifer Nguyen, 22, who is graduating this spring “Temple’s biggest improvement is probably to cx|� and the campus so it’s less like a ‘commuter school’ than before. There’s greater cmpliasis on a Temple identity and sense of community” said Nguyen. Nguyen exj)ericnccd being a commuter last spring after she spent a semester abroad in London. Campus expansion has been notable, recently, with die newly built Mitchell and Hilarie Morgan Residence Mall and Dining Complex and the new Science Education and Research Center on 12th Street, expected to be conflicted in June 2014. As for declaring itself, “Philadelphia’s Public University”, Temple is not being cocky; they are being confident. While Temple may have ranked 121 in the US. News and World Rejxjrts’s overall “National Universities” ranking, it took 60 in their “Top Public Schools ranking No other Philadelphia-based colleges ranked above Temple in this category. Being the leader of Philadelphia’s universities. Temple is determined to create a more well-rounded student outside of the classroom. Service centers like the Health and Wellness Center and the Career Center ofTcr students life skills and opportunities to the world outside of Temple. These efforts have been seen and felt by students such as Eleana Wchr, 21, a senior communications studies major and business minor. “With having completed almost four years here at Temple, I have seen Temple expand its programs and opportunities for students to gain knowledge and experience,” said Wehr. “'lire constant addition of new organizations, volunteer work and internships has helped, in my opinion, to make Temple a more distinguished university.” With graduation on the horizon, seniors’ hopes for their soon-to-be alma mater are not lacking. Senior magazine journalism major and political science minor, I.ayla Jones, 20, disagrees with Temple’s ranking 121 on U.S. News and World Report’s annual college rankings and wants Temple to keep its mission the same as die university grows and develops. “If it were up to me, we’d be higher,” Jones said with a laugh. “I hope Temple continues to improve its reputation while continuing to service the types of students it was known for educating: less traditional, maybe less privileged individuals. I also would like to see Temple as not just Philadelphia’s school, hut truly North Philadelphia’s school. Temple lias impressed die Class of 2014 with its improvements, but it docs not stop there. As the university receives a bigger j ooI of applicants to fill the 4,300 scats in the next freshmen dass, diey will irally liave to think about wiiat type of student fits die ‘Temple Made” standard and can hdp take die uimtmaty to a liigiier sjxx in die rankings. KAITIJN NIANION Being Temple Made Runs in the Family The sense of community at Temple University extends beyond just making connections and living in the city, as being Temple Made has recently been proven to be a genetic trait. The Naylor family has beat involved with Temple on and oil' since 1979 when Tim Naylor attended the school and ran for tin' tiack team. Now, his wife Karen serves as an adjunct educator for the journalism department, and their son Chris graduated in 2011 as a political science major. For a few years, Karen and Chris would be on campus together several days a week. “We would meet up for lunch sometimes. I would text him and let him know where I was. Sometimes when he forgot something I would drop it oft', so it was convenient,” Karen said. “My roommate was a journalism major, so they would always see each other. He would get advice from her, especially when he was a senior; they would see each other more often,” Chris said. Karon, who graduated from Penn State, began teaching at Temple in January 2009, after Chris was already a student. “1 think she w as really impressed with the school when I went here. She liked my involvement with the school, and I had no complaints over anyone I had [as a professor]. I was originally a journalism major, so that also helped, because she got to know some of the journalism professors and other people 1 knew,” Chris said. Chris never took a class taught by Karen, though both were entertained by the idea. “I think it would be a challenge for both of us, because we’re both very much alike. At least that’s what people tell me. I don’t think he thinks that,-' Karen said. “I think we are both goal oriented, but the way we get there isn’t always the same way. I’m always so proud of everything he's done, so I would liave been biased. ‘Oh look at Chris, he did well!”’ “Oh man. How would that have gone?” Chris said. “It would go okay, but it wouldn’t be my preference. I like to do my own work without people knowing exactly what I’m doing. She would know what kind of work I’m doing outside the classroom.” With all the Temple influence in the family, cherry and white pride is prominent in the Naylor home front. We’re always watching basketball, and wc even follow football, always finding out how Temple did. 1 just bought a Temple flag for basketball season that I got a discount on when my daughter was here touring” Karen said. Even the youngest Naylor daughter, Laura, is considering coming to Temple when she graduates college next year. 'i think she’s leaning toward going here. There’s always a Temple feel, a Temple vibe. We never have any complaints,” Chris said. She's got her own ideas about what she wants to do and pursue, and we’ll be supportive. We are pushing Temple every chance that wc can. Oddly enough, she’s been accepted to Penn State, but I've been pushing Temple a little more,” Karen said. ith I emple becoming somewhat of a family tradition, being Temple Made can turn a family’s blood cherry. LOGAN KRUM PROFESSOR PETER JRROFF: The Temple Update Producer Between grading papers, creating assignments, teaching class, all while trying to spend time with their families and friends, most Temple professors don’t try to add to their workload. Yet, out of the School of Media and Communications, comes media studies and production Professor Peter JarofT, known to his students as the executive producer of ‘Temple Update.” “Temple Update” is a weekly tliirty-niinutc newscast that is completely student-run and is supervised by JarofT, as well as professors Paul Gluck and George Cummings. Along with the weekly newscast, their is a shorter daily newscast “Update Now” and its Sjvanish translation “Update Ahora.” Contributors consist of numerous student volunteers as well as the Television News Production Practicum class, taught by JarofT. Not only docs he teach the class how to run a news production, he also aids the student volunteers and has weekly production meetings with the student leaders of “Temple Update.” “If you’re willing to put your best efTort into it to give a great show, he's willing to help you grow as a journalist, producer, director or whatever you want to do,” said sophomore Melissa Steiningcr, student producer of “Update Now.” Jaroff lias been involved in ‘Temple Ujxiate” since 2007 when he started as adjunct faculty at the university. “Me always takes into consideration what we need for the show and any requests wc have.” said sophomore Carla Urdancta, “Update Ahora” volunteer. “I Ic’s always been extremely helpful with everything” After graduating from Grinncll College with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Knglish, JarofT woikcd at a radio station and at a television station in Iowa and Michigan as a reporter and photographer until he was offered a producer job at the Channel 6ABC news station in Philadelphia. “Mis experience producing for 6ABC has translated well into teaching moments,” said junior “Temple Update” volunteer Kevin Otte. “Me has taught me so much in terms of broadcast writing and building a compelling show. 11c is very accommodating and knows a lot about technology so it’s very easy' to vvotk with him.” Jaroff worked full-time at 6ABC until 2007 when he accepted a job at KYW News Radio 1060 in addition to being adjunct faculty member at Temple. At the same time, he began working with “Temple Update.” Me spent three years at KYW until 2010, w hen he was offered a full-time job at Temple. While most would consider working at a television station or a radio station to be more fun than being a professor, Jaroff is extremely liappy with where lie is right now. “[My favorite moment is] when students get excited about a topic or a project,” said Jaroff. “And when most or all of the class is engaged and participating actively.” Jaroff comes into work every day via the regional rail, and gets to work around 8:15 am. in order to get a head start on his emails and grading as well as completing his office hours. While he tries to get his classwork finished, he also has frequent meetings with his students as well. “Me realizes that not everyone comes into college knowing how to work and control things in the station,” said Steiningcr. “’Update Now’ is a great starting base to get everyone caught up on the ins and outs of the station. He treats “Update Now” with as much care and urgency as he does the full show.” “Temple Update” is filmed live, which creates more pressure on the students. JarofT along with Gluck and Cummings, are there to make the show run smoothly. “IIc’s always very calm under pressure situations,” said sophomore sports anchor Tommy SladeJc. “When you do something he doesn't like, he won’t veil at you and tell you to just fix it. He takes the time to tell you wliat you did wrong and will then go step by step with you until you get it right.” In his little spare time, Jaroff spends time with his wife Becky, visits his two sons, and roots for the Detroit Tigers and Michigan. JESEAMY .VICENTES Film Students React to Recent Program Changes Students in the School of Media and Communication and Division of Theater, Film and Media Arts may still lx- adjusting to last year’s split, bill the biggest changes arc yet to come. On July 1,2012, Temple officiated die split, sending students with film and media am majors over to the Center of the Arts. Only students in tl� e class of 2016 and upward were affected academically l y the change. Despite diis change, the film, theater, and media am offices continued to occupy Anncnbcrg Hall and Tomlinson Theater, along with the rest of the School of Communications. In addition, the split meant that advising offices for film, theater, and media arts majors would switch to Tyler School of Art. 1 low ever, die changes have not been as smooth as some would hope, leaving students with unanswered questions about their major. [The split) was confusing because my first year 1 was in the School . of Communications, and the next year I was in a different school. I've been trying to schedule a meeting with my advisor but even that's confusing,” sophomore film media arts major Gary Nines said. While some students are left confused, others feel that the switch makes sense. “My goal is to be a television producer, and they say it's good to learn acting skills. I would've done it on my own time, even if 1 wasn't forced to take classes,” sophomore television production major Desiree Zimmer stated. “The (split) makes a lot of sense. It’s all a form of art.” As the program continues, even more changes arc planned for the future. “(We’re] building toward changes right now. Film and Media Aits is looking at intixxlucing a major undergrad curricular division, which will be more focused and intense. They’re trying to design it to be closer to that of the arts, film media arts chair Jeff Rush said. However, the upcoming changes are well worth tlx- wait in Rush’s eyes. “(The changej will have enormous effects. Students are provided 23J0HA with the opportunity to work across the arts instead of just a certain area. We’re developing an art center to help students transition from college to their careers, focusing on internships and studying away opportunities,” he stated. Though the changes may not l e very noticeable yet, progress has definitely been made. The only thing that’s been affected so far is whats on paper,” Film media arts help desk office support Mike Knoll said. “The film department is still physically housed in Annenberg, and the production room is still in the [Annenberg] basement. But right now. I’m listed as under Center of the Arts when last year I was in the School of Communications.” Kvrn though it lias not been put into effect fully, students like Zimmer, have already received the split positively. “Combining film, video and theater is logical, because the whole outcome is the same. Film and television are similar, but extremely different. You’re producing something for someone else to watch, even if they’re in completely different fields,” Zimmer stated. Students under both schools will have to watch out for more changes in the near future, with the hopes that in the end the changes will pay off LOGAN KRL'M t A lm I,as changed during ,he course of a year for .he Owls opponents, new players, a new coach and a new attitude. In addition to the new. first year head coach Matt Rhulc brought bark previous traditions for the nine toughest Temple players. U hen former head coach A1 Golden left Temple to coach at Miami, his tradition of awarding the nine toughest players numbers 1-9 also left Philadelphia. But Rlmle, who was an assistant under Golden from 2006-2010, decided to bring back the tradition a day after he accepted the head coaching position at Temple in December 2012. “It's like anything else when you are given that responsibility, you have to live up to it day in and day out. Rhulc said. “You can t really have a bad day effort-w ise and you can't complain and you can’t do soft things like turning down hits. We expect them to play at a really high level. Sometimes when you get that kind of recognition and you think the coaches arc going to back oil of you, but we have to coacli them even harder, so everyone es that we arc all here to get coached. Below U .he lis. of Uk player. lis.«i ncx. .o .he number, .hey earned as voted on by coaches and players. Number Name Anthony Robey Clinton Granger Ryan Alderman Jalcn Fitzpatrick Blaze Caponcgro John Christopher Tyler Matakcvich Levi Biown Position DB QB VVR WR I.B WR LB DL Year Sr. Sr. Sr. So. So. Sr. 'j ___ Although he was not voted as one of the nine toughest players to earn a single digit number, junior quarterback Connor Reilly emerged as a leader for the Owls in his first year as a starter. Although he was not voted as one of the nine toughest players to earn a single digit number, junior quarterback Connor Reilly emerged as a leader for the Owls in his first year as a starter. Reilly was dealt a tough start to his collegiate starting career, traveling to South Bend, IN to battle Notre Dame. Following a tough 28-6 loss to die Fighting Irish, Reilly and the Owls dropped their second game of the season 22-13 to conference op| oncnt 1 louston. During the lass, Reilly suffered a knee injury that allowed backup quarterback Clinton juice Granger to see his first action or 2013. With Reilly on the sidelines to start Temple’s third game of the season against Fordham, he showed his teammates and coaches w hy In- is has emeigcd as one of the leaders on a young Temple squad. Although he was not completely healthy and was by coach Rhulc told not to run the football. Reilly was called upon in the ccond half. Reilly led the Owls to three second half touchdowns -including a rushing touchdown of his own on the ground - but it was not enough as Fordham scored a last second touchdown to take the lead and the eventual 30-29 win. “You have guys like that that just go out there and absolutely lay it on the line like a warrior and that's what he did,” Rlmle said. “ Dial s why I know' this team can get to where it wants to because we have guys like Connor that arc out there just laying it out there and fighting.” Kady in the season, the Temple defense appeared defeated at times, allowing big play-s late in games. Despite numerous up| crclassmcn leading the defense, sophomore linebacker Tyler Matakevich added to a breakout freshman season with an equally impressive sophomore season in 2013. Filtering his sophomore season, Rhulc who recruited Matakevich to Temple in 2011 singled out his young linebacker to improve during the spring season and summer training camp. From the improvements he has seen since Matakevich joined the Owls, Rhulc believes the sky is the limit for the 21-year-old linebacker. Just as many believed, the transformation of Temple’s football program to prominence was not going to happen overnight. Rhulc believes that finding the right players to commit to his system will help to transform a program that last made a Bowl Game in 2011. “The guys are just going to have to commit to playing better and they arc going to have to commit to the fact tliat we play at one standard no matter who we play against and things will work out,” Rhulc said, i don’t know if that is hap|X'ning right now. right yet, but it's going to happen.” “(loach Rhulc definitely challenged me during spring hall and stuff like that coming in, but I definitely have a lot of work to do,” Matakevich said. “I need to lx able to get ofT blocks more and make more tackles in the backfield and definitely lead this team more. We have a bunch of good players, but we need to come together more as a defense.” JOHN MURROW GOING PRO Sophomore Matthews Strives for Wins With a lot of liand work and countless hours of practice, sophomore Brandon Matthews looks at the next few years as building blocks to achieve a career as a pro golfer. After becoming a standout golfer in his first season with the Owls, sophomore Brandon Matthews is learning that the key to success in the Sport is dealing with the ups ami the downs. Not only has Matthews’ success caught tire attention on those around him, but also those around the nation. With multiple scholarship offers from schools down south before committing to Temple, Matthews has made a name for himself right here in Philadelphia. “In my opinion, he is one of the best college golfers of all college golfers. It’s pretty cool at Temple tliat we have tlrat and Ire is a wwrdrtful representative of this university,” head coach Brian Quinn said. Although golf is an individual s| ort, Matthews is on a team with a group of other boys fighting for the same thing Ire is, and that can become a challenge. “We’re working on it. It’s tough because, you know; it's not a footlrall team where we’re all going against another team together,” Matthews said. “It gets kind of tough in that aspect. 'Hicy’rc all great kids; everyone gets along on the team, that’s not an issue. It’s just that sometimes everyone is so competitive that they just want to beat each other.” It was a little disappointing throughout the whole season Ixxausr I didn’t really get a win until the last one, which was the Adam’s Cup. I won our last tournament which was really good, but this upcoming season, I’m really going to work hard to be great,' Matthews said. Mattliews understands tliat enduring the challenging practices wil allow him to get one step closa to reaching his dream of one day playing professionally. “I le’s just scratching the surfacr of liow good lie can be right now With the work ethic and drive that he has, there is no limit. If he kecjjs working hard, he lias thr (xitcntial to be a gieat profession golfer in the future,” Quinn said Becoming a professional golfer requires a lot of time, but Matthews Ixdicvcs that he is ready to tackk the many challenges associated with the profession. “You’re sitting on the putting greet for four hours, your back start killing you, you’re bent over f(r four hours just putting and it's i lot of liaitl woik and commitment,' Matthews said. “There’s a l v of kids that have that and thett arc some that don’t, but the one that do tend to be successful.' Matthews has set short-term and long-term goals for himself as lie begins the process of going pro, beginning with the goal o working outside of a traditional 9-5 job. As a young golfer, Matthews is beginning to sort out bis future and golf is definitely a part of it. At the time of the interview, Matthews had not begun bis spring 2014 season, but discussed how he w anted to improve. “I’m going to do everything I can to be a professional golfer atv not have to sit in an olTice.” MARISSA Fi:iJJ5 With high hopes for their future, senior catcher first baseman Stephanie Pasqualc and shortstop Sarah Prczioso have ambitions higher than most for their post-college careers. After breakout seasons in 2013, Prczioso and Pasqualc knew they could plan for a future in softball after graduation. “I was thinking about playing either on a professional team for a year just to get that under my licit and then probably try to play overseas in Italy,” Prczioso said. Vs coach of the ( )vvls, DiPictro has high confidence in Prczioso and Pasqualc and believes that their time on this team will give them a sjxn on a professional team out of college. “They’re both very good. I coached a pro league for two years, so I know that they both can play in that league,” DiPictro said. Pasquale was named the first All-American in Temple softball history and the toughest player in the country to strikeout in 2013, which are just two awards among many. “It actually feels great to lie the fust one,” Pasquale said. “It lias been one of my goals my whole life and I hope it helps get Temple softball on the map. It’s nice to be compared to top ten sc 1 tools’ players. Prczioso was also named the All-Northeast Region first Team in 2013, Ihu also set a goal to become All-American in 2014. “My personal goal would definitely be All-American,” Prczioso said. “I.asi year 1 broke the steals record at Temple, so this year my goal is to, hopefully, break my previous record.” Both Prezioso and Pasquale are stepping up to the plate as senior leaders and are always looking to help any teammate. “They’re definitely a big part of this. 'Ilicy help us every' day with everything, on and off the field. They’re always there to supjtort us and teach us anything we need,” sophomore second baseman Iz ah Lucas said. They believe that it is important that the team gets along and can have open communication with one another to be able to succeed. With all of the girls getting along, DiPictro said his job is that much easier. MARISSA KVU.f.R cflpiflin HERmfln urscorez SflVSOnEDFIHl BIGGEST SIRmGIHS Of IHE fEflETl IS IHEIR DIUERSIIV Bring a youthful group, the men’s tennis team is using their new experiences on the court to their advantage as the season progresses. The squad members, none of whom are seniors, have found themselves improving since last year. “It was difficult last year. We liad 5 players without college tennis experience and only three with some experience. I think now we an' used to playing college tennis,” said co-captain Hcrnan Vasconez. ‘There an: a lot of things that make our team strong, however, I think the unity and the environment within the team is the most important,” said Vasconcz. “We arc not only teammates, but friends and a family.” Having two captains on the squad working together alongside the coach has been a big reason they are improving so well. “It was a good decision made by Coach Mauro. Having another captain with me helps us have many different perspectives to solve any problem we [may] have,” said Vasconcz. “It has helped me develop better leadership skills. Since I get along pretty well with all iny teammates, I think that communication among players and coaches is the main benefit since my positioning as captain.” The team has been striving to hast: better and more diligent practices this season with hopes of achieving their goal of winning the AAC Championships and making it to Nationals. DRIUED BV DIFFEREI1CES During the fall, the team had a good start while playing outdoors at “The better communication with coaches has helped us make our tin: pavilion. practices more efficient and higher our level significantly” said Vasconcz. “We were strong teams such as Navy, Duqucsne and Lehigh, teams that we lost to in the spring 2013. Regarding the spring 2014, we have not gotten the results we were expecting, however, I think wc will get better,” said Vasconcz. Along with being a young team, the squad has members from all over the world. All of these men have come together from different places to play tennis. “I think something that makes our team unique is our diversity. We have people from all over the world: Europe, Asia, Africa, South America, The Caribbean and the USA,” said Vasconcz. Being a co-captain, this diversity has been beneficial to Vasconcz and has strengthened his leadership skills. This young team Ls ready’ to compete and have used their disadvantages coming in to make themselves better. The team is made tip of five sophomores, two juniors and two freshmen. “Even though we didn’t have enough experience last year, now we are ready to play for three more years, getting stronger and stronger every year,” said Vasconcz. And, with team goals. Vasconez has also set personal goals for himself “My goals are always to get as many wins as possible and to benefit the team in every way,” said Vasconcz. MARISSA FULLER R TRLE OF TWO 5ERS0N5 WOMEN'S SOCCER CHALLENGED BY 2013 CONFERENCE CHANGE Early on, the forecast for the women’s soccer season seemed bright, but a challenging conference schedule administered a reality check. Following a conference change into the American Athletic Conference, Temple left challenging opponents in the Atlantic-10 for even tougher competition ranging as far away as I Iouston. TX. “It’s just the quality of opponent,” first year head coach Seamus O’Connor said. “It’s a challenge for us as a program.” The Temple Owls thrived against non-conference opponents, but confrontations against superior AAC opponents have made wins hard to come by. “Evenone we face is really good,” senior defender Kariy OToole said. “I think we have learned that no game is easy. If we want to get something out of it, if we want to get results, we have to be better.” Expectations have been low for the team, recording a streak of losing ireords since 2000, Ixit the start to the 2013 season showed signs of change. But as they played the stronger conference competition, the Owls struggled to create scoring opportunities, losing a string of games in a row. Though it would play tough for stretches. Temple’s mistakes were often capitalized by their conference foes. “It’s just little mistakes,” O’Connor said. “I think that has been the biggest difference is that the non-conference teams. We weren't punished for these kinds of mistakes. 'ITicy’re just able to punish you so much in this conference. It’s been a big difference.” Temple’s move horn the A-10 to the AAC was expected to lx a tough transition, so the late snuggles of 2013 scivcd as a learning experience. With their young roster heavy in freshman and sophomore starters, the Owls look to use this season as a building block for better days. “In the future, we just have to keep building upon on it,” Kirk said. “At the end of the day, we came from the A-10 and the A-10 was not nearly as competitive as this conference. Wc can’t expect to just come into this conference and start upsetting everyone. Realistically, that’s not going to happen.” “■Hie beginning of the season we bad a little bit of an easier schedule and it got harder and harder as it went along,” junior defender Alyssa Kirk said. “In the beginning, that was a great way to start. It really built our confidence.” As tlic prcscason selection to finish at the bottom of the AAC, Temple’s shutout victory against Houston in its first conference game of the season added to their surprising start to the season. We just need to keep in mind that wc can hang with any team and I think in the future, we’re just going to get better and better;” Kiik added. BRIEN E. EDWARDS LEADING THE WAY As seniors of the men's soccer team plan to graduate, the underclassmen plan to follow in their footsteps in seasons to come. Tliis year was unlike any other year for the men’s soccer team. 1 laving the rough start of all of the coaches picking Temple to finish last in the conference in the preseason, they really stepped their game up. Despite what the coaches predicted, the Owls finished fourth in the American Athletic Conference. Winning 10 out of 18 games this season, sophomore Josh Tagland was content with the outcome of the 2013-2014 season. “Overall, it was a pretty satisfying year getting to 10 wins,” said Tagland. ‘'Baser! on where we were predicted to finish in the new conference, we had a successful season.” Starting off the season with four consecutive wins gave the team the motivation they needed to keep doinggreaL It’s not only older players who know the ins and outs of college soccer tltough. Freshman Robert Sagel, a defender from I -as Vegas, Nevada, showed us what it’s really like to be a soccer star. Playing in all 18 games this season, he was selected to Top Drawer Soccer’s Freshmen Second Team, was named as one of five freshmen with the possibility of making the 2015 Under 20 USA Men's National Team, and was named Rookie of the Week by the American Athletic Conference. Obviously I’m ecstatic to receive such a prestigious award. I think it’s more of a reflection of our work as a team this | ast season though, and it’s great recognition for the Temple men’s soccer program,” said Sagel “We’ve worked hard all year and raised the bar as a program for years to come.” Each team member worked their hardest to fight for their position in the NCAA tournament. Unfortunately, with all of their hard work and effort, the bid slipped right from under their fingers. “'Die end of the season was disappointing being on the bubble of the NCAA tournament and not getting a bid, said Tagland. Not getting a bid dot's not mean the team did not live up to their school’s expectations. The OwLs actually received several honors from the American Athletic Conference. ' Die coaching staff was named Coaching Staff of the Year thanks to a strong season for the Owls, with several players getting awards as well. The staff includes head coach David Macwilliams and assistant coaches Brian Clarhaut, Evan Prybutok and Wendell Bcrcs. Sophomore Jared Martinelli and Sagel were named Second Team All-Conference along with Sagel being selected to the All-Rookie Team. The men’s soccer team also earned the team Fair Play Award dining conference play. “ There were a few games we wish we could have back that we didn’t play our best in. If we had won those games we would have been a tournament team for the first time in years,” said Tagland. Despite having eight losses, the Owls tried tlieir Ixst all througlxxit die season. “We definitely deserved each win we got this year, we came in early, trained hard and pushed each other to be the best team we could be on the pitch.” said Tagland. As for the seniors leaving, the underclassmen looked up to them as role models. “They were a group of guys that liad been among the most successful classes to go through the Temple soccer program. Our captains weir seniors, so almost everything we did went through tltem,” said Tagland. “ They were the role models and we all worked to help them achieve their goals about making the NCAA tournament and making a run. We am going to miss all of them next year on and off the field.” All in all. the Owls gave it their best this season, finishing fourth in the American Athletic Conference. As for the seniors who will not l e returning to the team, they will lx greatly missed. TAYIX)R CALTA MAKING STRIDES Women’s Tennis Looks to Move Forward Next Season With the addition of two players to four returning seniors, the women’s tennis team has been preparing for the future of moving forward despite multiple injuries. •‘We have been preparing extremely hard for the upcoming season In doing strength and conditioning three times a week in addition to practicing on the court,” said senior Jordan Batey. “We focus on footwork and increasing our stamina which will separate from our opponents during those long matches. We have also continued to do practice matches to gel into match mode. With the addition of two new freshman players, the team believes that this will be a positive aspect for them moving forward. “We have two new players: Dina Karina from Indonesia, who was a top player for Indonesia and Anais Nussaumc. She is from Thailand but was trained in France and we are really excited to have her on the team as well,” said head coach Steve Mauro. “We are also bringing in a new player from Peru in January and she should l e a strong contributor. With those girls, along with the four returning seniors that we have, we ate ivally excited about where were headed.” Batey feels very confident in her team this year and also feels the additions will lx- beneficial to the team as a whole even after the seniors an: graduated. “I think that we will have a great upcoming season,” Batey said. I believe that these additions will greatly help our team dynamics and make us stronger as a unit.” Along with the goal to do well throughout the season in matches, the team hopes to make it to the American Athletic Conference Championships in April. “I think the new additions on the team will help our team txcausc the)' bring a great amount of energy ai� d skills to the team. I believe it will further help our performance next season,” said Batey. As a leader, it is important for the seniors to motivate the rest of the team at practices and throughout the whole season so that it can be continued for years to come. “The leadership role has helped me as a player in that I am always so extremely focused on pulling my weight when it comes to winning my matches or doing well in practice. It is important to set a good example for the new girls on other girls on the team in order for everyone to maintain focus,” said Batey. “I am big on motivating the other giris and cheering each other on in order to create a supportive environment.” MARLSSA PULLER Temple’s Cross Country team strives to improve, despite setbacks. Cross country at Temple overcame some major obstacles in 2013 as they lost their program’s best runner Travis Mahoney, an assistant coach and started in The American Athletic Conference. The coaching staff underwent a shuffle following die 2012 season as assistant head coach Adam Bray left for the University of Pittsburgh for a more full-time position. Tliis left Track and Field head coach Eric Mobley scrambling as he assumed Bray’s position for the remainder of the spring semester. Mobley then hired James Snyder in mid-July to be his assistant coach and take the reins of the cross country team. Snyder came from Florida State wire re he was the operations manager for cross country and track and field according to owlsjK rts.com. Snyder would later be joined by Aaron Watson to assist him with the cross country team. The result was die jxrsitive development of runners Alex Izewski, Will Kellar, Anna Pavone and Jenna Dubrow. “1 was hajrjry with the progress we made this year,” Snyder said. F. eryone progressed wdl tluougliout die season and rati jxrsonal Ixsts.” When jjeople think of Tcmjrle cross country they will surely diink of Mahoney as he is the programs lone all-American. Lightening the loss of Mahoney w as Will Kellar that consistently graMied headlines throughout the season. Kellar was the top runner for die Men as he led diem in five of seven races. 'Hie shining moment came for Kellar in October as he finished fifth at die I wpaid Invitational. Snyder did not hold back when describing Kellar and used jihrases such as “great leader and “a fierce competitor.” “I Its attitude toward racing really sets him apart from odieis, Snyder said Izewski also shined for the men’s squad as he saved his best for last as finished 11th in the 1C4A Championshijis in the season finale. Izewski will return next season. for thtr women, Pavone and Dubrow made quite die team as they arc now number one and two in school history in cross country. The record duo recorded a pair of top 25 finishes, along with a top 20 finish and two top 10 finishes. The liest also came last for Dubrow and Pavone as their finishes in the NCAA Mid-Atlantic Regional Cliani|)ionshijxs were jxTsonal bests dial landed diem in the sixdi and ninth sjxxs. Dubrow will return next season, but Pavone will nxnr on. Sny(k r had good things to say alxmt both girls, but went out of his way to praise Dubrow. “Jenna was incredibly consistent throughout the fall and is the most hard-working girl on our team,” Snyder said. “She understands what it takes to be great and isn’t afraid to do all the little things that separate good athletes from great ones. 'Die departures of Kellar and Pavone have not gotten Snyder down as he is ujibeat about the incoming freshmen for next season. “Recruiting has been going well for us and I’m looking forward to another year with the kids on the team as well as the incoming freshman class,” Snyder said. After the cross country jirogram at Temple underwent two coaching changes in a one year sjian, Snyder is finally bringing consistency to the jxjsiiion. STEPHEN GODWIN JR. fCMPLfc .temple TEMPLE SWITCH TO BIG ERST PUSHE5 PLRYERS TO IAIDRK HRRDER In their first season in the Big East, the women’s field hockey team has experienced increased success with the addition of eight freshmen. The team began the season strong with wins and, according to the seniors; they plan to continue using that strength with the help of die freshmen. The Big East conference has been a step up for the field hockey team after the departure from the Atlantic 10. With a new kind of pressure for the players comes a new opportunity in the strong conference. “We’re in the spotlight more but they always say that with ranking conics pressure and now we’re die team to beat. We’re not die underdogs anymore,” senior captain Mandi Shearer said. “I don’t think that’s really affected us at all. I think we’ve stayed pretty humble.” While staying humble, the team has prepared themselves to face many teams that they have never seen before, including University of Connecticut and Louisville University. Players feel that die conference change has been a positive change for the team. “1 think it has definitely made us stronger. We’ve really had to step up. We didn’t really haw a choice,” senior l uiren I lunt said. “I guess every game is like a new game for us this year, so there is no going into a game underestimating a team because we don’t really know.” As a young team, seniors and captains liavc had to put foith leadership skill-and a lot of work to make sure their team adjusted to the conference change “I think the freshmen and especially the sophomores have really just stcpjxd tip to fill in the gaps diat we were missing last season,” Shearer said. “We only lost one senior, but we definitely had gaps in our season last year. A lot of underclassmen haw been huge catalysts to our success this season.” The freshmen never felt the stress of adjusting to a new team ljccausc the seniors and returning players made diem find comfortable right away. “We came in and they welcomed us,” said Paige Gross, a freshman. “We didn’t feel awkward as freshmen coming in. We consider them our second family. They help us on and off the field. They arc just really supportive. The underclassmen have relied on the seniors to show them what they’re doing wrong and light in addition with the ability to deal widi the struggles of being on a collegiate team. “When I'm having a hard practice or nothing is going right, they conic up and they’ll talk to me and tell me to shake it off and just forget about it. They’re always there to pick me up and help me out with anything,” said Gross. “They know when it’s time to get business done and they know when it’s time to have fun and joke around.” 4 MARISSA FULLER THE SKY'S THE LIMIT owls come up short despite exceeding expectations Littering her senior year, Llysc Brkcrt was stumped on what to expect during her final season with the Owls. “1 don't think we Itad a lot of expectation at first,” said Burkcrt, an outside hitter. “1 had never played any of these teams before and ever)' place we went was new. Hie conference was new, Italf the team was new and as far as expectation. I don’t know if 1 had any, per se.” Alter the I Iniversily of Buffalo swept the Owls in the season opener, Temple ripped ofT an ensuing 15-3 run in its next 18 games, including a 6-1 start to kick off conference play. Temple’s sizzling start in the first half of its schedule had the team aiming for its first NCAA Tournament apjrearance since 2002. “In the beginning of the season, that was a goal of ours and we were still in the running for it up until dose to the end, said Gabridla Matautia, senior rightsidc bitter. “Our goal was to come out in the top 3. We were hoping that we would get second or possibly third, and wc wore in the running at least halfway-through the conference schedule.” “Toward the second half, wc sort of dropped out and lost the spot,” Matautia added. That aforementioned dropout period saw coach Bakccr (Janes’ team lose eight of its final 11 contests, falling out of NCAA Tournament contention and finishing with an 18-12 mark and an even 9-9 conference record on the season. The Owls finished sixth in the American, one mark clear of its predicted seventh place finish in the prcscason. ‘The end definitely didn’t go as anyone would’ve liked Ixxause I think we built expectations for ourselves as we wen winning in tlx: first half of our conference schedule,” Bcriccrt said. “Wc just weren’t al le to finish as we would’ve liopcd.” Matautia led Temple and finished as the individual runner-up in the conference with 377 kills, while freshman Caroline Grattan emerged as a quality contributor from the outside hitter spot with a team runner-up mark of 203 kills. Burkert and Matautia lx wed out for their careers on senior night in a 3-0 loss to Central Florida on Nov. 29 in the season finale. That the two four-year teammates and close friends played their final game alongside each other was a fitting way to go out, they said. “Wc both came in as freshmen together,” Matautia said. “We worked hard and wc talked about where wc wanted thus program to go and we’re glad it’s gotten this far. We both had amazing careers here.” “Gabby is a great teammate and she works hard. She takes care of what she needs to take care of, site’s on top of everything We’re really close outside of volleyball, and she’s just such a good person,” said Burkert. “It’s definitely sad to leave her as a friend and a lot of the friends I’ve made here, but I think life as a funny way of moving on. I knew this would hap|xm one day, but it’s kind of strange.” ANDREW PARENTS •� • o Usually when a player is injured, the next person in li„e takes tl� e helm. It's no different between members of a c s eps up and oaehing staff. The next man up is assistant coach Brian Perkins. At the i . • • of die 2014 .season. Perkins lias been chatgcd with the task of cmT' 8 the Crew team as head coach Gavin White recover from kticc surgT “It’s his knee operation that has slowed him down a little bit.” Perkins said. “From where he has to park to all the way down the hall down the steps and then back up the steps for practice, the , oor Cuv ™ miles on that bad knee.” ypm Perkins has been assisting Coach White for nine seasons but he was quick to point out that they were “not in a row.” The past five seasons have been, however. Perkins was also a former rower for Temple in the early 90s. Throughout his nine years coaching at Temple, this was not the first time Perkins has filled in for White. outside,' Perkins said. ” ° ,rozcn and it’s very unpleasant its conditioning oii ilwt S duns said have been working on Thursdays starting at 6am o',', IT''',nachines °n 'Fu«days and «s focused on weight lifting ‘ fondays and Wednesdays, the team Members of the team have not seen any coaching differences. • S Su t',lg everything down from coacli white so it's just connng ,h,oUg , a differem pen ,, now,” junior Stephen Lmdcman aid. oo just about everything is the same that we haw been doing” “Coach Perkins is doing a great job,” Ryan DartneU said. “11c is getting us faster everyday and pushing us to our limit and showing us stuff we never knew so that we can improve ourselves, lie is a really great guy and wc know wlmt he is talking alxxit, which is a great aspect of coaching “There wen days here and there where he needed the day off for family obligations and I was able to cover for him.” Now with the season just a little over a month away, Perkins have been trying to keep the team mentally ready as a cloud of uncertainty about the team’s future has hovered over them in the recent months. “The University has been saying that are going to cut our sports so we may just have one season left and this is it,” Perkins said. “So we have just been trying to keep the team focused and motivated and looking forward to improving” Much of the team’s preparation has come inside McConiglc Hall. Due to inclement weather in the Philadelphia area, the Schuylk River lias been covered in ice for most of the winter. During die three weeks Perkins lias been overseeing the team, he says he has not encountered any difficulties. “The men are great,” Perkins said. “They arc motivated. Wc have excellent captains. The team is older now than it was liefore. I-ast year, the team was mostly freshmen, this year the team is mostly sophomores. In that year they have really matured and get a sense of themselves and what wc expect from them. The guys ate really reacting to the coaching, they are improv ing. Their fitness levels arc getting much better and it’s a pleasure to lx- down there. rft Perkins has filled in for White on numerous fwraiidtK 1111 «, gail.cd a lot of confidence in the fact .ha, he has a lo, of confidence in me.” DANIELLE NELSON '£h - NEW SEASON. NEW FOCUS The Women’s Rowing Team works to transition into sprinting for the spring season. With a little over a month until the season officially kirks ofT, the womni's rowing team has transitioned into sprint season. For the rest of the year, training will increase in intensity. “The workouts arc starting to get shorter and shorter as we get close i to the spring season, assistant coach Brian DcDominci said. Although the team has yet to hit the water this year, just within the last week the Owls have heen putting in a lot work in the weight room of .YlcGonigle I lall twice a day. As early as ham, 011 can find die team dedicating their time in the weight room, lifting dumbbells or doing puslnt|)S until around 7:00 a.m. After classes and something to cat, the women arc back in tlic weight room again for round two at 4 p in. The team of nearly CO rowers this time begins to row on the ergometers indoor lowing machines. In an effort to prepare for the upcoming season. DcDominici said the team goes in cycles, where they will go 2000 meters on the ergs several times during the week to increase the intensity of the workout and then, the following week, the workouts become a lot easier. So you are basically stair stepping them until you get them as fast as you they can l c by the time you get to the end of the season,” DcDominici said. This training regime was a staik contrast to fall. I11 the fall, the team focused on cardio and endurance. “ Hie fall is our noniraditional season, which meets that the races are longer,” DcDominici. “It’s basically geared towards getting us ready for spring So a lot of the training and races we do in the fall they arc longer pieces. They arc 5000 to 6000 meters. They take anywhere from 15 to 18 minutes to finish.” “In the spring what we are trying to look for now is the short sprint races of 2000 meter that can take from anywhere front seven minutes to finish a race and they arc a lot more intense,” DcDominici said. When spring competitions begin in March, the women will row 2000 meters on the water, the same as on the etgs. “Six boats lined up across at a dead stop and they drop the flag and go in a straight line,” DcDominci said.” Whereas in the fall [the races are] timed and its one boat at a time.” Members on the team believes the team will continue to get accustomed to the change in pace during practice. “It’s sort of different for everyone,” co-captain Megan Boyer said. “It’s a lot more intense than endurance. You have to go in with a different mindset. Physically, it's demanding in a different way but the girls have been doing a really great job with the transition.” DANIELLE NELSON triple threat J. With the help of star players Dalton Pepper, Anthony Lee and Will Cummings the Owls take on a new conference Before the Owls began their first season in the American Athletic Conference, coach Fran Dunphy provided a warning, of sorts. The team was losing five of its Top 7 leading scorers from last year: Scootie Randall, Rahlir Hollisjcfferson, TJ. DiLco, Jake O'Brien and leading scorer Khalif Wyatt. The loss of these five student-athletes, coupled with an influx of just two new eligible recruits, resulted in a rosier of 10 players. As if such a short-stacked lineup wasn’t enough of a challenge, Temple had pairs of games scheduled against every conference opponent, including Connecticut, Memphis and defending national champion Ixniisvillc. “There’s a little bit of fear as to how we’re going to handle all of that,” Dunphy said in October. The fear has proved to be justified, as the team has struggled in The American this season. Among the low points was an eight-game losing streak the longest of Dunphy’s tenure and the longest for the program in nearly 40 years that the team suffered duringjanuary. Confidence might have played a role in the Owls’ downfalls this season, as Dunphy said he talked about the issue with his student-athletes “ad nauscum.” Dunphy also cited inexperience as a possibility after the team’s loss to Central Florida on Jan. 4. But despite the team’s conference struggles, three players broke out as the bona fide leaders of this war’s squad: senior guard Dalton ftpper, junior forward Anthony Lee and junior guard Will Cummings. ‘leadership comes in a lot of different ways,” Dunphy said prior to die beginning of die season. “It’s not always what you say, but more importantly what you do. I think those three guys are very solid citizens. They understand what life is about, ’nicy understand what teams are about” By the beginning of February, the stats spoke for themselves. Pepper, who transferred to the Owls last season alter a two-war stint with West Virginia, was averaging a team-high 17.7 points per game. Iz;e was leading The American in rebounding averaging 9.1 per game. Cummings, despite missing a handful of games due to concussion-like symptoms, ranked second on the team with an average of 16.9 points per game. Among the other notable standouts arc sophomore guard Qucnton DcCosey and freshman forward Mark Williams both of whom have played impact starting and bench roles this season. y s of Feb. 1, DeCoscy ranked third on the team with 15.8 points per game. The larger stage the team would be playing on in the newly formed conference was a cause for excitement, at least before the season began. “It’s college basketball,” Cummings said at the team’s media day event “You want to play the big names and play on 'IV That motivates you. If you need any other motivation, I don’t know why you’re playing college basketball.” So how do the Owls get through the tough losses? “Wc have to come together more and be strong through the diversity that we’re going through,” Lee said. “Thai’s what we have to do.” AVERY MAEHRKR he Womens Basketball team faces tougher competition in the American Athletic Conference On January 28, 2014, a record number of fans cheered on the Temple University women’s basketball team in McGoniglc I lull. 2,030 people were in attendance, making it the largest crowd for a women’s basketball game since 1991. The record-setting audience witnessed Temple square off against the number one women’s team in the entire country. This year marked the first year the women’s basketball team competed in the American Athletic Conference, pitting them against some of the best teams in the U.S. “Our fight was something completely different from [last season],” head coach Tonya Cardoza said at a press conference following a game against the University of Connecticut, the defending champion. “I felt like, in the first half, we didn’t really care who we were playing against. It was like wo weren’t playing the name on the jersey, it was just another team in here. I also feel like we competed a little longer today. We had more guys willing to fight to the end,” Cardoza said. Joining the AAC was a step up from competing in former conference Atlantic 10, which meant that the team faced greater opponents and traveled to a broader range of states, such as Texas and Florida. l acing off against Connecticut perfectly represents the raised stakes the team faced this year. “We learned from the first game. Wc came out with more intensity, more heart, and more toughness. We just tried to heat our previous performance. Wc just had more heart,” junior guard Rateska Brown said. Freshman addition Fcyonda Fitzgerald proved to he an excellent player for the team, averaging 13.5 points in the first 19 games of the season. “The fact we’ve been able to insert [new players] in and give them crucial playing time is amazing,” Cardoza said. “The sky’s the limit with them. Building them around two key players, it’s only going to make us Ixrtter.” Taylor Robinson, a center and also a freshman, noticeably grew as the season progressed. “It’s l een really encouraging that [Coach Cardoza] believes I can play at this level with the best teams in the country. I've just been trying to do what she says, and get better every time,” Robinson said. Being in a new conference helped players improve their own skills, as their opponents became more challenging. “I gained confidence (as the season progressed). Father throughout the season, I was struggling 1 just learned to work through it and try and get better and carry that onto the game,” Robinson said. The team achieved new heights this season not only by challenging the greatest opponents in the country, but also in hometown support. “I love the fan support. Any time we have the fans’ support, wc want to do it for them and ourselves and the name of Temple University,” Brown said. IXX) AN KJRUM The women’s fencing team does whatever it takes to stay on top as one of the nation’s bests Temple’s women fencing team has a great reputation. Being ranked in the top 10 in the nation makes for a hard working, dedicated group of women. Fencing is a very underrated sj� ort when it comes to acknowledgement, but what people may not know is that there are many different categories: foil, sabre and epee, which entail strict placement of the swords. Olivia Wynn, sophomore, uses the foil. “The foil weapon is a point weapon with a target from neck to waist. We can only hit in that target area to score a point,” said Wynn. “We are usually pretty quick and to score a point we must have right of way.” Considering fencing is a spoil that people usually do not classify as traditional, Temple is lucky enough to have one of the best women’s fencing teams in the nation. Competing at the 2014 Junior Olympic Fencing Championships, freshman Miranda 1 jtzinger had a gold-medal finish in foil. Freshman Alexandra Kelt and sophomore Petra Khan also competed. Keft finished 15th in junior women’s epee and Khan placed 46th out of 105 fencers in junior women's sabre. Wynn cites the unique aspect of fencing as her reason for starting the sj ort. “1 wanted to join a S]X rt, but I didn’t want to do a traditional one. 1 thought fencing was really intriguing because you have to consider what your opponent will do and react off of that,” said Wynn. Speaking of reactions, the screaming and grunting noises that are made after a bout is finished are noises that could only be heard in this sport for a good reason. “'Flic screaming aspect of fencing releases tension during stressful bouts, and a good scream is sort of like a reward for a good touch,” explained Wynn. lor Temple, those screams radiate throughout McGonigle Mall every time a bout ends. Senior cpccist Chantal Montrose, who has been named the national fencer of the week by Collegchcncing360.com, helped the ninth-ranked Owls go 9-3. Many other Temple women’s fencers hare l)ccn honored with rewards as well, such as Rachael Clark, a freshman who has been named a Primetime Performer Weekly Honor Roll by CollegeFencing360.com. Fencing is more than just a sport that entails lighting with swords. Fencing takes dedkation, endless amounts of practice and strict technique. Thanks to the hard-working women on the team, Temple’s women fencing team is one of the best in tire nation, leaving their mark on the Temple community with high honor. TAYIjOR cai.ta CHRLLEflGinG CHflflGE THE BIG EAST POSES fl OEIU THREAT FOR TETT1PIES WOIDEI) LHCROSSE, BUT THE TEflETl IS (TOT GOIDG DOEUfl IDItHOUI B FIGHT Starling a fresh season is something a lot of athletes cherish, but this year the women’s lacrosse team is getting a double dose of excitement as they will be entering the Big East Conference for the first time. “It’s fun for our team to not think it’s just another sear that looks the same I ecausc die opponents change. So we ate really looking forward to it, said eighth year head coach Bonnie Rosen. Rosen is returning to familiar territory as she was the head coach of the University of Connecticut Huskies (UConn), a team that is also a member of the Big East, for 10 years. At I 'Conn, Rosen found championship success as her team captured the 2005 ECAC title. Rosen also had UConn ranked nationally for five consecutive weeks according to owisjxirts.com. A lot has changed in the Big East since her departure to the Atlantic 10 conference that might require a little adjusting to. “The conference is strong and it’s competitive and the top twenty teams in the country will be in there,” said Rosen. A bigger challenge awaits Rosen this season as her 2014 squad is young with 22 of 30 players in their sophomore or freshman year. Departing from last year's roster are six seniors including the two top scorers and staling goal keeper. ‘The start of this year has been trying to get young players up to speed,” Rosen said. “I think we continue to become more talented with greater depth in all of our positions.” The ofTscason practices have given Rosen enough confidence in her young team to make her think that this will not lie a down year. “Absolutely,” Rosen said when asked if she thought her team could still compete. “I think when a lot of people talk alxiut young teams they talk about it being a rebuilding year, but I wouldn’t call this a rebuilding year because we arc stronger than we have ever been.” It is not blind optimism that Rosen jxissesses as she admits that her young team still has a lot to learn. ‘The key to our success this year will lx how well we make gains from game to game,” Rosen said. “If we get better with each game, wc have potential to some great things.” Growing pains will come at some point in the season for the Owls, but good leadership will guide than through tlx tough stretches. I IcJping out in that department should be fifth year senior and graduate student Nina Falcone who is majoring in sjx'ech pathology. “last year I was one of the captains and this year I think my teammates sir me as someone who is pretty knowledgeable alrout tire game.” said Falcone, who also lrcljrs man tl e( wl s defense. A discouraging fact is tliat the Owls have been predicted to finish fifth in tire Big last Coaches’ jxrll, but Falcone is not swayed by predictions. “Wc an going to be tire team nobody expects to do anything,” said Falcone. STEPHEN GODWIN JR. cut FRom Diuismn onE spofisdrship ftcr the Boaixl of Tmstees approved a decision to cut men’s gymnastics from the university’s division one sponsorship, the team was left devastated and ready to fight as the 2013-2014 season could be the very last one in the history of Temple University. “This announcement has done nothing but motivate our team. YVc are already one of the closest groups of people I’ve ever seen and this has only made us appreciate one another more and bring us even more together,” sophomore Wayne Conley said. As a team, the men air still striving to liave a successful year athletically and academically, despite the news. “After we heard about the cuts, our coach made clear that we still have the remainder of this year to represent this scliool well academically and athletically,” senior Brendan Williams said. The men's gymnastics program had no idea that they were about to be cut, as it was not cxjx'cted or talked about prior to the announcement. “The elimination of Temple men’s gymnastics was shocking for me, |X rsonally. As you may or may not know, men’s gymnastics is the most endangered sport in the NCAA, with just 17 teams,” Williams said. “Our elimination can endanger the rest of the programs in the country... I fed bad for all of the young aspiring gymnasts who want to become a part of college gymnastics. There is a limited opportunity for these young gentlemen and there may lx- no programs left for them to go to 15 years from now.” Williams, a senior who moved to Philadelphia from California, finds it hard to believe that gymnastics will no longer he a division sport at Temple because he, along with others, gave up so much to be here. “I have sacrificed a lot to be here at Temple. I haven’t been home for Thanksgiving in four years. I missed my younger sisters graduation to be here at Temple. I only see my parents 10 days out of the entire two semester school year, so I can train here. 1 gave up Ix-autiful weather, so I could be here. I gave up going to a better school, so I could bo here. Was it worth it? Yes, it was worth it because of gymnastics.” ‘Hie dedication among the men’s gymnastics team and the coaching staff is ap| aient in die way that they sjx ak about thdr fclkiw teammates. “'Hie hardest part alxnn these cuts for me was what the freshmen, sophomores, and juniors were going to do. Our team only lias four ptxijde graduating this year, so 16 men will have to decide whether to stay at Temple or move to another school for gymnastics,” Williams said. “Furthermore, I am deeply saddened for our coach, Fred TurrolT, who has dedicated 49 years hem at Temple University and 39 years as our head coach.” The team said that the dwindling opportunities for male gymnast is the reason that they are pushing so hard to save the program. “That is why you are seeing so much supjxirt for saving [die team) because it’s not just about saving our team: it’s about saving out sport,” Williams said. “I can guarantee if Temple goes through with eliminating our program, they have lost all future monetary donations from myself or my family.” The men's gymnastics team was told about the cuts during the weekend before finals and team members found it hard to concentrate on anything that they were doing, according to Williams. But, they have not given up hope. “I plan to stay hopeful about the future of Temple’s gymnastics program and all of Temple athletics to be reinstated. However, if that ultimately doesn’t happen, my team and I are going to make sure that we make thus last season count and stick together and finish out our academic careers strongly,” Conley said. This dose-knit team wants to stay focused and keep motivating each odier. ‘The hardest jiart has definitely Ix'en tlx- feeling that they tore ajiart our family and knowing that it’s a sitting possibility this will be the last year of the rich tradition that has lx:en going on for almost 100 years now. This year means more to us than any previous year, ever” Conley said. MARISSA FULl.KR On Friday, December 6. 2013 the women’s gymnastics team found out that 20 of their closest teammates on the men’s gymnastics team, that they work very close to, would l c left without a team in the next season. Left heartbroken for their teammates and friends, the women’s gymnastics team has not given up ltojtc for the men’s gymnastics team. “The cut of the men's gymnastics team here at Temple has only strengthened the bond between both teams. Even though the situation is very sad, we are all staying very positive and hoping fora good outcome in the end,” freshman Rebecca McAndrewsaid. Completing her senior year, Alban is focused on their team goals along with personal goals to end her career at Temple. “Our main goal this year, is to hit 24 for 24. So iu other terms, we want every girl that competes to hit their routines, that way wc can say we did our best and be proud of it,” Alban said. “Personally, I want to outscorc myself. Growing up, my mom always told me to compete against myself and always work towards my personal best. This season. 1 will go for my career highs.” The seniors have found that the addition of freshman to the team has been a great thing for them as a whole. WOMEN’S GYMNASTICS team struggles with loss of men’s gymnastics program, continues to compete Although the teams arc struggling with the news, the women are setting goals for themselves, as the seasons must go on. “Our season has been doing well so far. The goal has always been ro improve every year with every new season and right now. we have been doing that. We arc steadily improving with each meet and I believe that wc will be successful by the end of our season,” McAndrew said. “•Ihcy’rc an amazing group. From the beginning, they liave showed team camaraderie and have wotked so hard during the preseason to make top six for several events. One of them even anchors on an event which is not as common, but impressive,” Alban said. The freshmen have enjoyed their time on the team and have found that they are ;tll constantly motivating one another to l c successful. At the time of the interview, the team had only competed in two meets but found confidence in their improvements thus far. “So far. it’s been a great experience. Currently, we liave only had two meets but we have showed improvements thus far, beating our team score Ijy two points. As long as we keep working hard in the gym we will continue to progress throughout the season,” senior Jean Alban said. “My time on the team has been wonderful and 1 could not ask for more amazing teammates than the ones 1 have right now. Our team is extremely supportive and we push and feed off of each other to become the best gymnasts and team that we can be,” McAndrew said. As the seniors are completing their last season as a Temple Student, the hopes for a successful season arc at an all-time high. '11k- team lias fotuid tiiat setting goals Iras Ixcn really beneficial to tltcm. “Our team goal for Temple women’s gymnastics Ls to improve at each meet as the season progresses and to ultimately win our c onference title, KCAC’s,” McAndrew said. “In the future, I look forward to cheering on the lady owls and hopefully the Temple men's gymnastics team as well. No matter what, wc will always lx' TUG,” Alban said. As the season ending is approaching, many members of the women’s and men’s track field teams earned personal bests at the I-alayirtte Rider Whiter Games on R-bmaiy 14. This was the final meet for the teams before the American Athletic Conference Indoor Track Field Championships. During this time, some members of die teams went to compete at the Iowa State Classic. Kenya Gaston, freshman, took first in the 400m with a personal best and EC AC-qualifying times of 56.88. Hollis Coleman, junior, took third in a personal best time of 57.66 ;u die games. Both giiis won for Temple. Bionca St. Fleur took fourth place with a personal best time of 7.68 in the 60m and then took second place in the long jump with a personal best of 5.65m. Shortly after, Kiersten LaRochc, junior, and Imani Shell, sophomore, took second and third place. This was a big deal for LaRochc as she was returning after an injury. Another returning player was Jenna Dubraw, junior, who placed third in the mile at 5:11:84. Kaitlyn MeSurdy junior, took fourth in the 500m with a personal best time of 1:19:37 along with Demeshia Davis, sophomore, who took third in the 200m with 25.22. Janie Augustyn, sophomore, Megan Schneider, freshman, and Maria fopacostas, freshman, all earned personal-bests in the 3000m. It was a proud day for the female Owls as this concluded their meets for the indoor season. The men’s team made Temple proud that day as well. Gabriel Pickett, senior, competed for the first time since his surgery in the fall. He earned a 13.85 in the triple jump. Evan Battallio, junior, who was previously a part of the Owl’s football roster, placed fifth in the shot put with a mark of 11.45m. I bis was Battallio’s first competition as a member of the track field team. Matt Kacyon, junior, ran a personal-best time of 8:27.09 in the 3000m along with Alex Izewski, sophomore, who finished with a personal best time of 8:34.55 at the same event. Coming in fifth in the 60m hurdles with a personal best time of 8.56, freshman Joseph Ho took the title. Alimamy Kallav, junior, and Jamal Williams, sophomore, took sixth and seventh place in the 60m dash. With a season-lx si time of 7.17 for Kallav. Williams finished with 7.18. Dylan Fensyl, senior, took fifth place in the long jump with a season-best mark of 6.89 and took ninth in the 200m with a seasonal lime of 22.80. Adam Hasan, freshman, took sixth in the 200m with a season-best time of 22.68. In New York both teams will compete in The American Athletic Conference Championships at their all day events on February 28 and March 1. At the time of print, the women and men had not yet competed in the clrampionshijxs but hoped to place and continue to improve their numbers. MAR1SSA FULLER Dark clouds came over Temple athletics this past December when it was announced that the university will be cutting seven intercollegiate sports as of July 1. The cut will affects multiple sports including men and women’s crew, softball, men's indoor and outdoor track and field, men's gymnastics and l ascl)all in order to free up 83-3.5 million for other progrants. The resulting shockwave touched all seven sports, but most notably baseball. “I was really shocked,” said Ryan Wheeler, head coach of the men’s baseball team. “I felt like I was doing that and 1 felt that iIm: conversations 1 had with tlte administrators tliat they thought the same thing. Some things were also being done to make this program better and then all of the sudden on December 6, I found out that there is no longer going to be a program. It really took me a good three or four days to comprehend that it was not to be anymore.” Temple currently sponsors 24 athletic piogiams and it is has Ix-cn reported that there ate too many sports to property fund and give out enough resources to. If a program is really using aged equipment, this accusation is understandable, but Wheeler thinks that this is not the case for baseball. “I think that the resources that we have available to us are adequate,” Wheeler said. “I have always said that I would not ask the athletic department to give us stuff just because we don't have it. If we really need it, sure, I am going to ask. But if they can’t give it to me, then it’s up to me to go out and get tlx money” The fact that the team has never played on campus definitely hurts student interest and makes their program less attractive. I lovvever, a campus baseball facility would be costly to build and would have limited use for other sports. 'Iliis problem was seemingly corrected when it was announced that the team would play 11 conference games at Campbell’s Field in Camden, New Jersey The new opportunity did not seem to sway the athletic department’s decision however. “I really scratched my head because we just signed to play there and we were elevating things to make these problems better,” Wheeler said. The team was also blown away with the announcement and reacted with understandable uproar as their futures were now uncertain. “When it first initially happened, it was the Friday right before finals week, so that added a lot of stress to us student athletes,” said Matthew Hockcnbcrry, a senior criminal justice major. “We were very angry about it.” HIGH HOPES TUs Baseball team hopes to live on. despite recent University cuts That anger caused six of Wheeler’s players to transfer to other schools that have affected him most on the pitching mound. The departures of Summer All-American Adam Dian (Pittsburgh), junior pitcher Matthew Snyder Kentucky), and the Peterson twins Erie and Patrick (North Carolina State) have left Wheeler weak at the position. “I have lost four potential drafts picks on the mound,” Wheeler said. “So that is gonna hurt.” Fifth year senior and kinesiology major Ryan Kuehn did say that there are a few players that have decided to stay despite the possibility of having to transfer. ‘There is actually a few guys... four freshmen almost immediately decided to stay and play with us this last year,” Kuehn said. There may be hope on the horizon, however, as Temple’s board of tmstees met with each of the seven programs to hear their ease for reconsideration. “1 think each one of the sports has tried to present practical and very real solutions to the problems,” Wheeler said. An official ruling regarding reconsideration has not yet been made at the time of print. STEPHEN GODWIN.JR. Twenty lucky and talented Temple students from the Diamond Marching Band were happily surprised when they were selected to have a part in the latest Martin Scorsese movie ‘The Wolf of Wall Street.” lights, camera, action. 1I day, the cast was miming the scene over and over again. “I can actually see movie stars getting bored,” said Friese. “There is all this downtime where you are just standing around and waiting for the scene to go again.” When the movie crew first approached the band, students thought it was a joke. “(They said) listen band, we have a couple things going on and you arc going to be in a movie called “The Wolf of Wall Street, said Douglas Friese, a senior drum major. My band partners were like ‘Oh, there is no way this is going to happen.’” Yes, way. In December 2012. they were heading to New York to shoot. The Marching Band had plenty fun and got to meet Martin Scorsese and DiCaprio. “Martin Scorsese actually took a picture of us afterwards,” said Friese. “And (DiCaprio) slapped us on the back during one tape and some of us had big red-hand marks.” For those of you who have not seen this movie, spoiler alert As Jordan Belfort (played by Leonardo DiCaprio) moved into a much bigger building with his now large team of stockbrokers, he decides to throw a party to congratulate the good work of his employees. It was then that tlte Diamond Marching BojkI entered tin loom, dressed in their simplest appard. As tire students were talking with the movie crew, they discovered “the catch” that came with the opportunity. “You are all going to be in your underwear,” said the movie crew to Friese and his band mates. Of course, that did not stop them. marching down wall street BAND FEATURED IN ‘THE WOLF OF WALL STREET' A bus took them to the movie set for their scene in New York. “It looked like an abandoned office building,” said Friese. “We conic to this one room and it’s a big open room. It is the room for the movie and it looks like it is right out of the '90s. it was insane.” Friese was impressed by tire amount of detail on this particular scene. Family pictures on each desks, cards, lists of people to call, everything was there to iccreate tire ambiance of a broker’s office. On day one. the band tried on the costumes and recorded the song for the scene. The next day, students met the rest of tire crew and the cast. It was crazy. said Friese. “All of a sudden, there are 150 plus extra people in this room. The Diamond Marching Band also appeared in another movie such as the remake of Annie, produced by Jay- and Will Smith. “We arc hopefully becoming the East Coast marching band for films,” said Friese. When it comes to “The Wolf of Wall Street, Friese says it is a unique adventure. “Every time 1 talk alxnit it. I think that it is really a once in two lifetimes experience.” ALISON VAVN’E organizations mission The pm pose of this organization shall be to support all Temple Athletic teams by 1 promoting their games and other special events to the student population on campus, i This organization will encourage Temple students to attend games and events. Although I grew up in Massachusetts (and as such support most of the sports teams from Boston), I e long been a Temple Owls fan. When I went on my campus tour, 1 was lucky enough to be paired Lindsey Bitlcr, the vice president of the Cherry Crusade at the time. She told me all about the saders, who led die student section and represented Temple as die-hard Owls fans. I was hooked at once; you could say I was a member before I even set foot on campus. Ever since that day, I have dedicated myself to the betterment of the Athletics Department through the Crusade, cncouragi students to get out to the games and acting as a channel between the student l ody and the All Department. 1 low the Temple Owls with the same passion 1 had after my campus tour ended all liosc years ago. For me. the Cherry’ Crusade has made up a huge portion of my overall college experience. - Connor Page, senior psychology major RLPHR KRPPR LRmBDR mission: “Men of Character Committed to Making a Difference.” The final line of their creed also sums up their mission, stating, 1 shall commit myself to a style of membership in Alpha Kappa Lambda that is an educationally and socially maturing process. The goal of this process is achieving a wholeness of manhood that is prepared to assume leadership responsibilities in fulfilling the obligations of life.” Alpha Kappa lambda Fraternity is a group of voting men who are committed to making a difference. focus ourselves on giving back to the community. Our fraternity has been based on philauth and that is exaedy how Alpha Kappa I unlxla Temple plans to keep it. We have been Chapter for 4 of 5 possible times since we were chartered. We set the standard for how a fraternity and should act, and can only hope that others take the initiative as we have and will. - Chris Coughlan, sophomore media studies production major Dancing to the Beat of a TEMPLE BBOY Deep in The Underground, located in the basement of the Student Center, hip-hop beats blast from speakers as the I)] goes hard into the turntables. A crowd of people surround a dance floor with a glaze of passion in their eyes as they witness men spin on their backs, do Hips in the air and twist their bodies into shapes that don't even seem possible to the average human, TTicsc men am not your average humans; they are the passionate dancers of Temple Bboys. Temple Bboys is a student organization on Temple University’s campus with the goal of promoting self-expression through dance and hip-hop. The breakdancing organization was originally established in 2011 and has since grown Ijcyond the Ixmndarics of the campus. As Temple’s first BBoy club, they have given the community the opportunity to view dance in a way that is different from the norm. Students were given the opportunity to dance to the lx at of their own drum at the “For the I xjve” event hosted by the organization. It is basically a dance competition for break dancers to display their love of dance. Dancers of all backgrounds came to the dance floor to show' off their skills and try their chance at winning the SI00 prize and lx crowned the Cypher King as decided by the Temple Bboy’s executive board. “The Cypher King embodies what a Bboy is: the person who comes in here with nothing more than just themselves and their style and showcase their all,” said Daniel Mendoza, a senior media studies production major and vice president of Temple Bboys. Even though jx opk were com|x ting for a prize, the true purpose of the night was for people to express themselves through dance with no judgments, no matter l� ow experienced or incxjjcricnccd a jx'rson is in breakdancing. Dancers did just that, dancing in their own unique way throughout the night, leaving fellow competitors with no choice but to challenge each other’s passion in a friendly manner. “You can learn the same steps as the person next to you, but it's you who puts your own style into it which makes it original. Evciylxxly has their own flavor,” said Mendoza. As one of the new members. Jacob Hollinger, organizational leadership major, agreed with Mendoza about how everyone gets involved and just does their own thing. During his time with the Temple Bboys, he found that it was fun to learn breakdancing and that guys like Mendoza hel|x d him out a lot. “It’s more about everyone helping each other to learn new moves rather than just teaching and instruction,” Hollinger said. 'Hie lifestyle of tlx Temple Bboy continues to spread beyond Temple grounds with their public outdoor jxrformances, collaboration with other organizations and their spreading of die ways of breakdancing to younger kids in the area. As they grow, they maintain the goal of preserving die Bboy culture and tlx: root of hip-hop. Temple Bijoys made their org more than just a club as a movement where anyoix can join and be challenged to find one’s self through breakdancing “It has a cultural aspect with an internal self-expression, where any |x;rson can do it,” said Alexander Ma, a sophomore film and media arts major and Temple BBoys member. By the end of the night, a Cypher King w as crowned after hours of dance moves filled with attitude and passion. Men stood sweating and had put all their energy onto the dance floor. After seeing all those seemingly impossible moves, joining this group may seem, at first, intimidating. But Nicholas White, who attended and performed during the event, lias some advice for those aspiring Bboys. “Practice to battle and battle to have fun. Dance to express and not to impress,” White said. SAGINE DL’CUKINF. ■ DELTA ZETA I I I The women of Delta Zcia sorority share a common purpose: to make life fuller, more meaningful, and more rewarding Our promise to our sorority and our commitment to enrich tin: world are fora lifetime. 1 Enriching is more than a brand to Delta Zeta; it is a promise. Within Delta Zeta, we call it enriching. Toour i members, it is the promise of friendship, [ crsonal development and opportunity. To the campus community and the world, we ate valued citizens that ate deeply committed to making a difference where we live. I became a member of this sorority to be a part of something larger than myself. This sorority does nuch to give back and volunteer our time. It is a great avenue to help others alongside your frie, still in school. I wanted to find true, lasting friendships when 1 first was a freshman and joini ranization that puts importance in academics, philanthropy, jjersonal growth and true friends things that stood out to me when 1 first came to temple. - Emily Shoemaker, junior cariv education major NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN mission The National Council of Negro Women seeks to empower and uplift black women, their families and their communities. The mission statement of NCNW is what caught my attention. I attended my first program my freshman r when 1 knew no one, and 1 left their program feeling like 1 made friends. The women in this nizaiion arc strong, empowered, intelligent and goal oriented. NCNW constantly participates in 'nnunity service and they also seek to bring diversity not only on Temple's campus, but on a national level as well. Although the mission statement states that NGNW will uplift the black community, NGNW constantly steps outside of that and includes every' race and ethnicity in their organization because know that in order to make in impact, you have to be aware of every individual regardless of they come front. 1 admire NCNW for these elements and 1 especially admire Temple University's because 1 have grown to have a greater appreciation for sisterhood and service that I never had before. -Jessica Eskridge, senior English major Media Meltdown Productions (MMP) takes all dial is good from the School of Media and Communications and melts it into an organization that is beneficial for all media and communication Students. The organization that was originally founded by graduates Zaina Sesay and Rhonda Elnaggar, has taken new leadership by Erin Quinn, and continues to haw influence within the Temple community Media Meltdown works a number of events that usually provide services such as video production, news writing, marketing and event planning. They have been sought out by student activities, Temple Greek association and even offer their services to anyone who interested in the work that they do. Quinn says that it was Sesay’s dream to create an organization that would be more of a collaborative network that bring everyone together from the School of Media and Communication and other students from any background to satisfy their curiosity to explore the many interests within media and communications. Media Meltdown does just that by mixing together majors such as advertising, marketing, strategic communications, film and media studies and production all in one place. Media Meltdown is so unique compared to other organizations because it utilizes the skills of the students from these varying majors and allow them to find their common interests and network with one another. They have no intention of wanting to separate students according to majors. The Media Meltdown formula of letting students explore the different aspects of media and communication majors allows one to find their path in a sea of so many educational opportunities at Temple and just test the waters. Media Meltdown has even helped Quinn herself. She found tliat her time spent with Media Meltdown made her want to invest time in event planning rather than advertising which is the current major she is enrolled in. Quinn has come to appreciate the hard work of her predecessors in starling up Media Meltdown Productions. As president, she found that she wants to take the organization to the next level and get them to lie a 3 or 4 star organization, with the possibility of having the opportunity to get an office in the village. “Media Meltdown Productions is the one organization that every student should be involved in because you never know how we can inspire each other,” said Quinn. SAG INK DUCHEINE Temple seeks to bring smiles to the community through their chapter of the non-profit organization Each year, thousands of babies arc bom with a cleft lip in the United States. A cleft lip is a birth defect tlrat can affect how a child lives and grows on a day-to-day basis. Hie only way to repair a deft lip is through surgery, but drat is not always a realistic option for many families. Operation Smile is a national and international organization dedicated to aiding those families that arc dealing with a child with a cleft lip. TU Operation Smile is Temple University’s chapter of the non-profit organization. “Our mission is to raise awareness of the children lx)rn with a cleft lip condition that aflixts their ability to breathe, sjx ak and eat propedy and cannot afford the restorative surgeries necessary due to both insufficient funds and unavailable resources,” TU Operation Smile founder and president Maysa Bbat said. “Our main goal of this organization is not only to raise awareness, but lielp contribute to the cause by fundraising for tliesc childrens surgeries and medical supplies.” They accomplish their goals with several events that help raise the much needed money and awareness for the cause. These events also help TU Operation Smile connect with oilier organizations such as Temple University's a cappclla groups and fundraisers like I lootathon. “Other past events include community service projects with St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, the American Heart Association, Relay for Life and the Lymphoma Society,” Bhat said. This is an organization with a purpose of helping those in need. They go above and l cyond their own mission by not only helping those who suffer from cleft lips, but taking part in several local community projects as well. Members of TU Operation Smile are involved with community service to help aid those suffering in North Philadelphia. While concerned about the issues of Philadelphia, TU Operation Smile is also looking at the bigger picture. A cleft lip is a defect that affects children across the globe. The organization holds events in attempt to raise awareness for cleft lips as a worldwide issue ratlier than just a local one. “Our biggest event this year included Operation Global Service in which we raised awareness of Operation Smile’s cause. We had dinner featuring a bunch of different ethnic foods and cultural performances to promote the idea of global service,” Bhat said. Through the efforts of TU OjK-ration Smile, a child bom with a cleft lip was able to get the life changing surgery that they dcsjjerately needed. Smile bags, filled with hygiene items and activities for children, were also given out to children by the organization. Since it began in fall 2012, TU Operation Smile has made great strides in their clfort to aid those who arc sulfering SIORIIAN RKDDING JTcmplc SHRM is and will be a great organization to l c a part of for sonic time to come ways work to tie done, whether you’re an HR student, professional or both. It takes quality to become an outstanding student-organization, and we will continue to see our achievements and awards hanging up on our wall. - Kyle O’Hearn, senior human resource management major mission; Temple University has its own nationally recognized chapter of SHRM. 1 hey are one of the many Student Professional Organizations in the R x School ol Business and Management, but the only one dedicated to tlur world of HR and Workplace Ixiadership. Understanding the Language of Babel Temple's Poetry Collective Group Brings Their Words to Life Many years ago, students of all Ixtckgrounds came together to share their voices for the class known as “Poetry as Performance,” taught by Kamika Witherspoon. Malcolm Kenyatta was one of the many students inspired, within the class, to continue the ait of performing poetry. I Ic then had the vision to start a | oetry collective group on campus which would end up being formally known as Babel. Babel is Temple University’s only poetry collective group, whose popularity grew immensely. Performers of the organization have become mini celebrities on campus, idolized by their peers for expressing their inner feelings in the form of lyrical words to the masses. One of the mini celebrities is the beloved senior Tasia Morgan. President of Babel and Homecoming Queen candidate, who built a tight knit relationship with her Babel peers during the three years she has been involved with the org. “Babel is first and foremost my family. We really build a bond,” said Morgan. rite poetic family has expanded in terms of voices over the years and has become a culturally diverse organization where college Students of all backgrounds find their own voice. One can come to the stage of Bal cl and feel as though it Is their safe haven. The poets are known to write about personal subject matters thev wouldn’t normally express to anyone but to their Baltel family and audience. Tasia is no exception to this. Babel was and still is the support group she needed to get through the hardships a student can experience in college and in life. The showcase event where Tasia and her fellow Babel peers express themselves on stage is called Babylon. Babylon is one of the first events that die | oeiry collective group created to put their voices out there and has since grown into a huge cultural event at Temple University. The tower of Babylon inspired the name of the event because everyone spoke a different language, which is very similar to how the language of poetry works. The high anticipation of Babylon occurs each semester. One can expect poetry but feature performances, live bands, live artwork and vendors from local up-and-coniing businesses in the Philadelphia area. What one expects to see at each Babylon showcase varies, but the one thing that never changes is the long line of students eagerly waiting to feel the effects of being lost in the languages and ait of Babylon. Babel is so popular among students that at this year’s Babylon, the line extended out of the doonvay of the I .’ndeiground in the basement of The Student Center. Many students were even turned away Ixrause i traditional African djembc drum, as he delivered an impassioned voice that provoked the audience to analyze the stereotypes and misnomers society uses to mask the true identity of a black man. Performers called attention to issues ranging from alcoholism and drug abuse to the party mentality of students, to rejection from society and family because of race, gender, sexuality and even rejection of self. Tlic tiling these all liad in common? The overarching theme of identity and defying those Ixixcs wc are put into by Others and ourselves. there was not enough space in the venue to accommodate everybody who wanted to see this inspirational group. This event was so heavily anticipated that just before anxious ticket holders were allowed entry, even performers were given green admittance wristbands. As one employee said. “Everybody needs wristbands tonight.” The audience was packer! with newcomers, supjxirtive friends and devoted fans. ■‘Babel is awesome. Pm a Babel groupie,” said Isaiah Gaymon, a media studies and productions major who also gave praise to members of the group including Miriam Harris and Tasia Morgan. Following a final performance by Eric Jamal, the long-awaited feature began. The stage went dark and as it re-lit, the audience was presented with five women and four men in various positions, sitting and standing, as a lone male singer refrained, “I’m just a soul whose intentions are good. Please don’t let me be misunderstood.” It echoed multiple times through the performance often in conjunction with spoken word poetry. The lyrical and musical element of the poetry came alive in many of tin- acts throughout the night as several poets were supported by harmonizing vocalists. One poet used a Babel has continued to grow into a student organization that defines the meaning of what it is to be a student org. They have become a movement or an artistic society where one person shouts “BABEL!” on campus and another shouts “BABEL!” back, a tradition stained by the original members of Babel to signify acknowledgement and respect of their org that once started out as a class. Tasia points out that Balx-I is essential to Temple’s campus because they bring an element of art spoken word that wasn’t expressed previous to this student oig. Tasia reflects on her time with Bal el and she feels it brings collaboration, gives people an outlet to release their problems, and it allows people to relate with other people. These three reflections by Tasia sum up the meaning of Balxd and the event Babylon. “Babel is a place to get free,” she said. “We’re Babylon.” SAGINF. DUCHEINE AND NADIA HUNT The Do Re Mi’s of OWLCAPELLA It’s Friday night and in the student activity center is a room filled of all different sorts of characters singing a song in their heart. The words, “many mumbling mice, mighty mice” were chanted by the group standing in a big circle as they repeated the phrase at every octave. This group of interesting, but lovable characters is the talented Temple students of Owlcapclla. Owlcapclla Ls an a capella group that recreates popular music with only their voices as instruments. The organization was established in the fall of 2010 to bring harmony through sound and member arc always spotted around campus, entertaining the masses. The president Kevin Chcmidlin, who is a computer science major and can at times be found dressed as Captain Kirk of Star Trek explained that it’s a great experience to be a part of because the group gets to put smiles on people’s faces while supporting a cause. The annual Halloween concert invited different groups from different schools as a way to preview the competition before the fall show. But the second purpose of this year’s concert was a little bit different. Mcml ers of OwlcajX’Ua dedicated tikis concert to a previous member of the group of 17 people. Marie Jordan, and her sister. Marie left school and turned down the position of lxnng Owlcajxlla’s music director to help take care of her sister who was diagnosed with cancer. Tears could lx seen running down Marie’s face when her group of friends sung, “Your Song” by Elton John, for her as a lovely tribute. Hie concert helped bring awareness to Marie Jordan’s situation with her sister’s CMMI -2 cancer. The widespread support of Marie Jordan is not surprising as group members such as Jennifer Dibartolomeo, senior psychology major, and Alyssa Strzalka, music therapy major, referred Owlca|xdla as family. The group has also built closeness through travels to other colleges to sing and trips to places such as Radio Music Hall to open up for the Rockettcs. 1'hcy all get to just share cx| cricnccs that they come to cherish. It’s about music and the connections,” said Strzalka. 'Hie connections tlicy form in Owlcapclla ait- the type of connections that last beyond college. As the leader of the group, Chcmidlin has come to sec the members of Owlcappella as some of his best friends. 11c hopes that when he leaves Owlcappella it simply continues to grow in terms of talent and that their reputation continues to bring great talent to Philadelphia and Temple University. SAGINE DUCHEtNB Our purpose is to expose our members to the following opportunities: networking events with established professionals in the sports law industry, informing our members about the potential careers available in our broad industry through guest speakers and information sessions and providing access to relevant information in preparation for the DSAT, while guiding our students in the process of becoming successful business professionals. As a member of the Sport and Governance Association, individuals will gain an understanding of all the legal implications of business. Fall 2013 semester was our first functional semester recruiting members, holding general assembly tings and putting on our own events. We held a high-profile event on October 3rd, where we invited major sports agents to speak in a panel format. The agents were William Baldini, Esq. who is the idem and Founder of BAC Spoil Management. We hosted Jerrold Colton, Esq. whose clients include David Akers, Brian Simmons, Pat Watkins, andjahri Evans. Jonathon Tilly was also in attendance, who is the Senior Sports Agent at East Prep Sports Management, accompanied by Michael Quartcy, Esq. who Is the founder of this company. With over 30 attendees including faculty and staff of STIIM, we were excited to have hosted such a successful first event for SAGA. Later in the fall, we also invited the Athlctu Director of Lonsdale Catholic High School to speak to us about his job and responsibilities. Thilwas an inside look at an aspect of this industry that students often overlook so we were excited to have him. - Megan Fry, junior sport recreation management major TEMPLE 5LRVIC R5S0CIRTIDN To foster unity across all Slavic peoples, promote awareness of Slavic history and culture and to provide an organization for fellow Slavs and anyone interested in Slavic culture to meet and socialize. mission 1 created the organization in Fall 2012 with Miehat Glogowski for various reasons. I was interested nceting Slavic people at Temple, but also in creating something that could last and that was iioB-existcnt. Every panethnicity, racial group, culture, etc seemed to be represented - with the option of something for Slavs. 1 was able to create events with topics that were otherwise not offered in any Temple courses: a Macedonian film festival, a speaker on contcmpora Folish-Ukrainian relations, a speaker on the Holodomor (Ukrainian famine in 1932-3£ksi speaker on the geological importance of the Black Sea to Slavic settlements, a speaker the Koscius ko Foundation on teaching English in Poland and other opportunities, etc. - Mark Wicc orek, senior English major HOOTATHOn GIUES A HOOT Temple University is a school dedicated to giving back and I Iootathon is a perfect example of its compassion for others. On Friday, November 8, 2013, hundreds of students and faculty gathered together for Hootathon, an all-night dance marathon with the objective of raising money and awareness to benefit the Child Life Department at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. This is the first year that 'temple has hosted tl e event through the Children’s Miracle Network and it has already proven to be a huge success. With the partirijjalion of over .r 00 students on campus, including multiple student organizations and Greek life, the campus was able to come together to fight for one cause: the kids.” said Gaelen McCartney, the president of Hootathon. “It was unbelievable to me tliat our student body could raise so much money for the kids at Hie Children’s I lospital of Philadelphia.” The night began with the introduction of the executive team, including McCartney among other students, who helped get the crowd energized and excited for the sleepless night that was altout to come. There was also the introduction of the young patients of CHOP and their families who had their moment to shine when they ran through the cheering crowd and onto the stage. In that moment, it became clear what I Iootathon was really about. The students. stafT and other attendees were brought together to give these children the hope and care that everyone deserves, which was exactly what McCartney had hoped for. “I started I Iootathon, because I was inspired by the power of dance marathon through my older sister. I knew that holding a dance maratlwHi at Temple University would allow the community to come together to support such an incredible hospital in the city of Philadelphia,” said McCartney. “We have created a connection with not only The Children’s I lospital of Philadelphia, but also Children’s Miracle Network hospitals.” Once the music started, everyone got on their feet and started wliat would be a very long night of fun. The music did stop periodically throughout the night as speeches from the friends and families of the Cl K )P patients were given, which provided the constant reminder of the positive work that Hootathon was doing. As the crowd of hundreds silenced and watched these heartfelt messages, there became a sense of a community. “I’m really proud that so many students came out on a Friday night and dedicated their time and energy to a really good cause. It’s a great thing for Temple to do something like this and come together as a community,” said Maureen lusher, an attendee from Alumni Relations. By the next morning, SCO,005.75 was raised for the young patients at Cl lOFs Child Iife Department. litis was not only a great success for the hospital, but for Temple University as well. Tliat night, Hootathon became the highest earning first year dance marathon on the East Coast and the fifth highest earning first year dance marathon ever. “Hootatlton was beyond successful. We are so grateful for everyone’s help and assistance in making the event possible, and cannot wait to sec where I Iootathon brings us in the future.” McCartney said. SIOBI1AN REDDING Main Campus Program Board (MCPB) docs it all for the student Body of Temple University. They are the premiere event planning organization of this campus. Their job as an organization is to provide a great experience for everybody, from freshmen to seniors. Tali a Banks has been a part of the organization for four years and has helped planned events such as homecoming, ski trips, Broadway shows in New York City and variety of interactive events for Temple students to enjoy. All events come at a discounted price or air even free, thanks to the students of the organization who donate their time and efforts to put on these functions. Talia believes that students such as herself, should be involved in the planning of school events because who better to plan events for Temple students than Temple students themselves. “The purpose of the org being ran by students is to have the advantage of knowing what students want. Plus give better feedback as compared to the other universities who hire outside help.” said Banks. The MCPB crew hopes to leave a legacy where they arc known as the biggest risk takers. They’re not afraid to try new things for the benefit of the students. This year, MCPB chose a comedy show with Parks and Recreation’s Aziz Ansari to start off the 2013 fall semester rather than a concert, which resulted in record attendance. As for those who are involved within the organization, they find that being a part of MCPB is a great experience for everybody. They are the students who arc going to get the job done. They get the opportunity to be in charge, gain skills and receive a lifetime of learning experiences all while collaborating with different people. They eventually become a support group for each other. “MCBP is my home and it will always be my home. 1 definitely built up a family here. We always welcome people in with our close knit group,” said Banks. SAG INK DUCHESNE mission As an organization, it is our mission to engage in discussion surrounding proposed NCAA legislation, lie the voice of student-athletes in presenting and addressing concerns and issues to athletic administrators, communicate information to student-athletes, foster a positive image among student-athletes and intercollegiate athletics to the campus and locals communities, provide a bridge between the student-athletes and the Temple Community and also assist with the coordination of CHAMP lifc skills programs and community service projects. Tie Student Athlete Advisory Committee consists of two members from every Varsity sports team on plc’scampus. Although pur evcnts activiticsarenot limited to SAAC members, our organization is very ionatc about making athletics as best as it can lx-. We promote athletics in a positive way around campus and show our University that there is more to us than just athletics. This year is csjicdally unique for SAAC and Temple Athletics because of the seven cuts that were announced in early December. Although the hit was very hard for all seven teams, the ‘saved’ teams have been nothing but supportive of the cut at hi Wc received an immense amount of encouraging words from our fellow athlctcs alumni that touched all seven teams. These cuts have proven that we are more than a student athletic body, we are a family-think being featured as that in Temple Universities 2014 yearbook would l e nothing short of remarkable. - Brooklin White, senior kinesiology major TEMPLE AD CLUB mission The mission of the Temple Ad Club is to provide and promote a better understanding of the functions of advertising and of its values, to stimulate and encourage advertising professionalism through advertising education, to apply the skills, creativity and energy of advertising outside the classroom to help solve social problems and aid other organizations, to develop the individual skills and abilities of its members and to promote fellowship and the free exchange of ideas. The Temple Ad Club is Temple’s premier organization for advertising lovers and media junkies. We’re Moft.an ordinary organization. An equal l alance of social and professional, we offer our members a lu if and casual environment outside of class as well as an educational anti practical look at the ad industry. Furthermore, we have an affiliated student-run ad agency, TAC Agency, that offers intc participants hands-on experience creating real work and building their portfolios and resumes. Then is truly something for everyone to enjoy! Each year, we strive to work hard and make it the best, rewarding experience possible for our members. - Daniel Butsko, senior advertising Spanish major I mission: The mission of Ukrainian Students Society at Temple I Jnivensity is to promote awareness of I Trainian cultural On and off campus, to spread Ukrainian history, customs, and traditions and to educate and inform members and non-members about issues relevant to the Ukrainian community. The organization was formed to unite students who are interested in Ukraine and its traditions. the past, we partici| aied in the Broad Street Run, Ukrainian Student Night at the Ukrainian League tiladclphia and some other small meetings. Wc also held a Free lood Fun Friday event on campus the Polish organization. Our goal was to show students the similarities and differences between these cultures. Wc wanted them to try our food and sec our traditional dances. Every year, we go Christmas carding and this year was not an exception. Wc go front house to house singing and covering people with the holiday season. In November, wc held Ukrainian Student forum at Temple, wire re we invited students from other colleges to meet our Temple students. In addition, our members supported the lecture with the Slavic Association at the event called remembering the Holodomor with Gennadi Poberezny win, working at Harvard Research Institute. T he presentation featured the role of the Holodomor legacV and how it plays out in current i olitical discourse in Ukraine. Every semester wc do something connected flb'hr community whether it is volunteering at events, such as art exhibition or donating food or and clothes. - Oksana Rcdko, senior risk management insurance major STUDENT ASSOCtf WAT3 ouncW of Negro Nom Temp e University Section wwnMci V.c lc s, fcction. Unity, Sisterhood TP College of I lealth Profeilti — and Social Work Talk bout I Here on the urban frontier, we must reinvigorate the Con well legacy in order to create success in oui students, our city. oui commonwealth and our nation. ” J hz temple ---- A tempie-news.com INAUGURATION 201 3 --------- A Cal1 to Act in the Public’s Into Theobald empnasizes ______ w esident Theobald empnasizes imple’s role in Philadelphia in tS inaugural address. JOHN MORITZ News Editor President Theobald delivered his official inaugural address as the 10th president of the university on Friday. Oct. 18, inside the old Baptist Temple, which was commissioned by Temple’s first president. Russell Conwell, more than 100 years ngo. In his 33-minutc speech. Theobald gave broad description of his vision for Temple’s futui commitment to education and continued role as “Philadelphia’s public university.” Theobald, dressed in ceremonial cherry an white robes and a velvet Tam cap with a large golden medallion of the lent pie seal draped around his neck, spoke to the packed audience al Temple Performing Arts Center. The crowd seatedJ behind him consisted of members of his cabinet.J Temple Student Government, the Board of Trust ccs and stale dignitaries. The bulk of the speech was spent laying oui six commitments to be highlighted under his administration: students, teaching, the City ot Philadelphia. research, the definition of the student body and entrepreneurship. Other than announcing a S50 million research funding project approved ai the Board of Trustees public meeting on Oct. 8. Theobald didn't tonr-ii-ize any new policy initiatives and didr t meouec several ongoing projects such as Visualize Tempic and the stale of the athletic department es in k-carc as of h city jdc cccnoc saal. 'wvxiSc oat come from stt President Theobald receives a standing ovarion after his inaugural address at the Performs No surprises in pres id IS Tbc first of Theobald's six commitments w.v 0 students, who the president said need relic: rom suffocating student debt” that Is restnetinr ighcr education to only the wealthiest Amcri-ans. The president alluded to ”a landmark attord- IMAUGURATION PAGP 3 n Six-point plan reveals little new information about agenda. SEAN CARLIN The Temple News President Neil Theobald stuck to his promise that there would be no surprises in his inaugural address. _________________ Much of what the IOth NEWS ANALYSIS president laid out on Friday in what, in effect, is his vision for the university, centered on the core principles he has reiterated at every opportunity since he was named president 14 months ago: affords research and - most recently - Temple's n Philadelphia’s public university. Throughout his 33-minute address. The-continually reflected on the legacy of Ter founder and first president. Russell Conwf spoke of the history of the university ’s for: and the mission of Temple to create opportu' for working-class people in Philadelphia. -Conwell’s great experiment - at its cor. experiment in democracy - can Succeed at Temple University remains the place when nation’s middle class has access to a qualify fordable education. Theobald said. Much of what followed tried to answer tresses service thrc news analysis SPEECH PAGE 1 the university so that our future alumni remain flexible and productive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing world ' Theobald said. T believe the success of our entrepreneurial alumni will have an impact on their lives and on their towns and schools, their neighborhoods and families. The entrepreneurial spirit of our alumni will, to borrow a phrase from Thomas Jefferson, ‘advance the happiness of mankind. While he offered few specifics in his speech, his six commitments - as he put it in a follow up email - arc what the university seeks to address. rather than the avenues to achieve those ends. Theobald’s address did focus on the paramount question Temple is facing at the moment: How can the university maintain the Conwell legacy, while continuing to strengthen its national profile and grow its physical footprint in North Philadelphia? Here on the urban frontier, we must reinvigorate the Con-well legacy in order to create success in our students, our city, our commonwealth and our na- tion, he said prior to addressing his commitments to the university. The fundamental challenge — and near contradiction - of this statement is what will define Theobald’s tenure as president. Theobald expressed the university’s obligation to the Conwell legacy through his emphasis on affordability, diversity and Temple’s responsibility to the city. The affordability aspect is something that is a principal facet of Theobald’s tenure thus far. Simply put. the most important problem facing higher education in America today is the level and distribution of student loan debt.” he said. “If we don't immediately attack debt levels, they will seriously limit the capacity of the next generate to establish its independence. If we arc to remain a university that reaches out to the middle class, the poor, the immigrant populations, we must remain affordable, and wc must do all we can to help students manage them deh, ' added. Throughout the past year, the university has introduced financial literacy courses, new student scholarships and a soon-to-be-announced affordability pact, which Theobald alluded to in his speech. These initiatives show the administration’s commitment to keeping costs down, which keeps the university accessible for students in the city. In defining Temple as Philadelphia’s public university, he incorporated research and helping the city find solutions to its fiscal crisis. In tomorrow’s urbanized, diverse, resource-challenged environment. Temple’s status as Philadelphia’s public university requires it to play an even more important role in the city’s economy through its research ” Theobald said. As a national research university. Temple rcnst bu.ld its capacity to con-uuct pionccnng research ” to an relate � Temple, core mission, the umvemuy has also seen a period of enormous growth on Main Campus. Students am m further i„to £ £ rumors have “ tm.ty, no - inauguration a campus football stadium and the newly-minted Morgan Hall stands as a modem castle in North Philadelphia. Though Morgan Hall is a landmark on North Broad Street, one of its goals is to bring students in from the community, which keeps those students from getting to know residents in as they would if they lived beside them. In contrast to the Conwell legacy, marketing for the university has reached far beyond the region and construction has become a constant on Main Campus. Patrick O’Connor, chairman of the Board of Trustees, described Theobald at the investiture ceremony as, “clearly the right man. at the right place and at the right lime for this great university.” fn.t ,fKThcobald can succcs fully balance Temple’s growt wtth the Conwell legaey ov , then C°OT o °f Presidc 0 s asscssmeni scan jcarilf reached at l' u°rfollow . ability pact” that i Our .. .denis must leant to adapt to constant change and ateron Friday. 1 YUXUAN JlA TTN ’s address mo incentives to undetgraduates to consumers, complete their degrees i Theobald announced that years and more investments { ™ rc,earch. the board ttdV'tte’ president’s second Uill allocate $50 mtUion during commitment was to excellence a hve-ycar span tion of how Temple can continue thcConwei. l 5tchu g.” He said the the urban ecology, cy. newly formed residential envi- ' genetics, cancer research, mo Theobald laid oui six commitments to thv. around Main Campus engineering and bto-matena s, liversity. focusing on students and their fmai ‘� mayt ng a positive impact among others. x needs, working for faculty, engaging in til w sludelrts and facuity in- ihcobald stressed the need ity,enhancing research.preserving a diverse stu- lctacl � for a clear definition of Tcm- « population and advancing entrepreneurship, hyS lhml commitment pie’s student body in his fifth ighoin the university. _ lo City of Philadelphia commitment, dccVaring Temp c Temple should educate innovators across , . . , , , .. „ , - the president spoke broadiy to be a diverse and international about alumni contributions to university, the city’s economy. He didn’t In his final commitment, mention improving relations Theobald caiied for innovation between tbe university and sur rounding neighborhoods, a sore subject for many of the community’s oca residents. SPEECH PAGE 3 JNE-Tho Speech i portions ol President Theobald's inaugural address 1 inside the Temple Performing Arts Center attemple- i.ccm miltiiredla. find success in fields that have not even been created yet. Theobald said. JL n hts conclusion , Theobald spoke of how an anonymous donation from several benefactors allowed him to be the first in bis Midwestern family to attend college. He connected his own story with Temple's founding purpose of providing education to those in need. Theobald ended his speech to a standing ovation from the crowd. and entrepreneurship across the university. The president cited specific needs such as digital networking, in which he said all students must become pro- John Moritz can be reached at John montz® templerdu or on TWit-ter QtJCMorltzTU. 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Earlier this year senior communications major found out that episode three of his hit web series. One Of 'rite Guys, was being nominated for a 2013 mid-Atlantic Kmmy award in tlx category of college mmeisity long-form Action. It was before my 22nd birthday and Jaime Sweet, my co-producer, called me and she was like ‘Mike, we’re 21-ycars old and we ate Emmy nominees. 1 was like 1 don’t want to think about it,” Busza said, recalling the moment he got the news. It started a year ago when Busza took the upper level class. Producing and Directing. It was once a week and most of the students who were taking it had dropped from the class because of the amount of work. Within the fust week, Busza and his classmates had to come up with the concept of a pilot episode of a 'IV show, have die pilot script competed, a plot synopsis, an overview of the show and possible advertisers. The class picked three concepts to produce and OOTG was one of them, l hc class only required producing the pilot but with his past cxjx'ricncc of creating TUTV’s fust hour-long “dramedy” calk'd Quarter Life Crisis, Busza decided to make OOTG a six episode mini series. I plotted it out and we had planed from the get-go to produce all six,” Busza said. Busza introduced a new concept and vision of gay and straight portrayal for the show, in that it featured four unique roommates. 1 Ic made sure to make all his characters very different from one another, showing a different “spectrum” of gay men. “Even though the media doesn’t usually |)Oiiray it. gay guys and straight guys can, and do get along in the real world,” said co-producer Jaime NOT JUST ONE OF THE GUTS Sweet. “ The guys may all lx different from one another, but at the end of the day they arc just typical roommates.” Busza got his inspiration from his freshman year, as he had three straight roommates and was “the gay guy.” So, he wondered how funny it would bo if he had three gay guys living with a straight guy. Busza wanted people to realize that being gay is not something so strange. 1 lis show is about acceptance through comedy. “I was trying to eliminate sexuality as a primary characteristic,” said Busza. “This guys are primarily just guys and they also liapfxm to Ik gay. They are just one of the guys.” Temple students received the show really well, with more than 10,000 views as of fall 2013. “They thought it was going to be a weekly thing, not realizing how many hours and hours and hours we spent [working on the show],” said Busza. For now, Busza is focused on his career, keeping his options open for post-graduation. Traveling abroad for his masters or heading to California ait; some of Busza's possible plans. He is currently working with Hollywood producer Doug Spearman, as an assistant producer for Spearman’s next film Welcome, Sinners. 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Asha Davis Najah Davis Shontae Davis % Geena Deleon Shyneika Delice Olivia Dello Buono Jacqueline Dcmatteo Brittanie Demeno Brittney Deneal Zevenia Dennis Amanda Deno Kathryn Denton April Detky Cedric Destin Gennie Depass John Desanto Lauren Deshler Chanae Diamond Gabrielle Dicrosia Catherine Dillon Kayla Devon Ashley Devoy Catherine Devoy Jennifer Dibartolomeo Dante Dibello Samantha Dibello Marta Did ura Jacob Dietz Frances Difabio Samantha Dock Nailah Dodd Jennifer Dolnick Benjamin Di Grazia Matthew Dickisson Samantha Digeorge Akosua Domfeh AJ YOUNG FINDS HIS INNER BEAUTY Through his college career AJ Young, a doctoral student at Temple University, was uncomfortable in his own skin. He was unhappy with how people saw him and intciactcd with him. Growing up in Elgin, Illinois, j eople didn't really recognize Young’s identity the way that he wanted, he said, which had made him self-conscious. “That’s a big part of what led me to start learning about transgender and everything it encompasses,” Young said. “Both positives and the negatives. It’s a big change, and that decision couldn’t possibly be made in a day.” When Young moved to Philadelphia a few years ago, he finally liad room to breathe and research the matter with a clear head. In Philadelphia, no one had known him since childhood and he was given a clean slate. Young decided to transition from female to male through hormone injections in the summer of 2012. He adds that lie had never been completely sure that the change was the right decision, but he knew that he had to try. •'I was never 110 percent sure, but I knew that if 1 didn’t at least try it 1 would spend the rest of my life wondering if it would have been right for me, and that’s not a good feeling,” Young said. Young's family was supportive of his decision. He was not afraid to come to them, l ceausc he knew that he did not have to hide who he really was. The only person who was hesitant about die transformation was Young’s mother, who was worried alxnit how it would affect her child’s health. ‘i have four younger siblings, and all of them have been wonderful. My family lias never wanted anything more than to sec me happy and content with myself and my life,” Young said. Young is now active in l.GBTQ matters on and off the university’s campus. After he finishes his coursework and begins working on his dissertation, he plans to make efforts to create an l.GBTQ center and multi-cultural student support program. He also plans to work with organizations that advocate social justice. Many who are struggling with their sexuality sec Young as a role model. He offers advice an l an car to listen to anyone who asks for it. “My sisters and their friends thought it was so cool, what I was doing,” Young said. “Our younger generation arc more open-minded, and they aren’t opposed to l.GBTQ. They made me into this hero for doing something they thought was so amazing.” HKNl) SAIAM t Ryan Donahue Falyn Donaldson Jacqueline Donohue Dia Dorsey Kevin Dougherty Aysha Downey Michael Dreyfus Anetta Dubinchik Jeffrey Dugan Derrick Duncan Lauren Dunn Richard Duong Stacey Dusenbury Ayodele Duyile Stephen Dwamena Courtney Dougherty Amanda Dryden Hay ley Dye Jason Eccleston Edward Eliason Jr. Oyekanmi Falodo London Faust Krystal Edgefield $ Michael Emmer Danyce Edwards Ed lor Estangel Phillip Eisenhart Amerrah Everett-Bey Angela Faraklas Marsa Fares Alias Farighi Heba El abed Tiffany Fairbanks Crystal Fasanya Nicole Fenstermaker Joshua Feo Gregor)1 Ferris Danielle Ferguson Jessica Finley Samira Ford Brandon Forman Davea Fosler-Livingslon Eryn Foust Glenn Fernando Amy Fiore Glenn Forte Kayla Fowler Christopher Ferraro Tosha Fleming Alexandria Foster Lauren Frabizzio David Ford Alyce Foster ■ Cree Franklin Benjamin Fraser Elizabeth Fraser Gabriella Galati Sonia Melanie Roxanne Arielle Bianca Galiber Gampon Garbarino Garcia Isabel Garcia Shani Gardner Elizabeth Gargon Kelsey Garner Lawrence Garrett Meghan Jennifer Jonathan Margot Garrison Gaston Gaston Gatenby Nicole Gattone Olga Gavlishin Zadian Gayle Jennifer Gayman Danyel Gay mon-Sweet Sarae Gdovin Andrew Gelburd Christine Gepty Gedeus Gesner Jr. Sara Getachew Eric Getzoff Abanoub Ghandor Karen Ghandy Abi Ghazali Tiffany Gibson Zachary Gibson Karley Gilbert Rachel Gindoff Grace Givnish Kelly Glah Kira Glander Ali Glickstein Najawa Glover Gloria Gobah Tyeisha Goldsmith Aimee Goldstein Taylor Goldsworthy Sabrina Golphin Cierra Gomez Natalie Gomez Anya Goodman JEfMIFER flGUVEfl STRIDES TO mflHE TEmPLE'S BRnflCH THE BEST IT CRfl BE Jennifer Nguyen, a senior journalism major licrc at Temple, never thought she would Ix-comc the president of a nationally recognized public ation for college women, l nt she's doing just that as the editor-in-chief of I Icr Campus Temple. 1 ler Campus is a national online magazine and website that includes many different chapters at different universities around the country. The main idea of die publication is to advocate for women to express themselves and to give them a platform to speak their minds. Nguyen got started with the publication dining l� er second week of college w hen Alyssa Brindisi, a student in Nguyen’s |� litical science class, decided to start tlx-1 ler Cam|His'Icmplc branch aixl asked if anyone was interested in being a part of it. Nguyen sent in a rough resume and ended tip becoming tlx- fashion and Ix-auty editor. At tlx: end of last semester, Spting 2013, six- became Piexident. “I find that we’re a lot about the underdog because their arc a lot of |X ople around campus or just in general that don’t get the shine they deserve,” Nguyen explained One of my favorite parts of being involved is just seeing that boost in people who we give the spotlight to. There arc so many students on campus and they need to be recognized.” As president, Nguyen’s job is two-fold. She manages the Her Campus Temple website by overseeing and scheduling its content and also writing for the site as well. Nguyen also docs the event planning for Her Campus, which she says can lw a lot of work. ’Hie event-planning side is a lot of work for Nguyen Ixxause 1 ler Campus conducts many events every semester that spotlight different issues or topics. “Last semester we held a suicide prevention night, and every spring we hold a cafe night vvlicrc we honor different women who are doing great things aiound campus,” Nguyen said. “We also sjx-ak to leaders of cultural organizations, dubs, sororities, and fraternities, because we are always trying to find different students to honor.” Although the tide of the magazine can be misleading, the purpose of I ler Campus is not just geared towards women, but is meant to honor all students. Men are not excluded from the magazine. In fact, I ler Campus Temple will soon have a male columnist. ‘‘ The media lias a tendency to try to put women against each other.” Nguyen said. “I think the biggest message we have is to inspire other women to help each other.” Nguyen has a lot of internship cxjxtricncc under her belt that has hel|X-d her in her position. She interned at Philly.com in summer 2013, where she learned a lot about managing online media. “There are many things from my experience at Philly.com that I took with me and use now as president,” Nguyen said. “We advocate many different voices around campus. Even if maybe — I personally don’t agree with something, we still respect other people’s opinions.” Kaitlin Manion, secretary and Arts Entertainment staff writer for I ler Campus Temple, had been reading the national Her Campus site for a few years before college. E A £ To Manion, Nguyen is extremely passionate I about 1 ler Campus Temple and is consistently trying to make it better. f__ “She never really takes no for an answer and I always plans ahead to make sure we get wim m i we need,” Manion says. “Whenever we have J an issue, Jenn is always ten steps ahead to j figure out how to fix it. 1 ler Campus Temple is all about giving people the freedom to express themselves, Nguyen said Upon her graduation, Nguyen hopes to pursue her dream and find magazine work in New YoA. “That’s my dream, but I’m pretty much open to whatever comes my way,” Nguyen said. CIIELSKY HAMILTON f w. , Ashley Goodwin Christian Graybeal Shanice Greaves Priscilla Greene Erin Griffith Shelby Griffiths David Grebe Sapphire Greene Rachel Grob Courtney Graves Candice Grevious Laura Gross Jorgedana Gray Xavier Green Donna Griffis Erin Grothouse Kenneth Grow Jazmine Gutierrez Nicole Guynn Nhung Ha Evan Haines Taylor Hairston Monique Hamlett Cornelius Hamm Noel Han Candace Hardy Charles Harp Steve Harper Dorian Guyton Taija-Rae Guzman Derek Hamer Shane Hamilton Lisa Hansen Ryan Hanson Rachel Harr Hilary Harris Melvin Harris Ryan Hawthorn Tamara Hinds Rebecca Hartey Taylor Hayes Stanley Hines Jr. Meghan Hartigan Taylor Hartsfield-Jarm James Henderson Felicia Henry Taja Hinton Karl Holub Jenny Hong Shannon Haugh James Hettinger Joshua I lochstetler Valerie Houck Aquin Houston Sarka Hrubcova Dandan Huang Jiehong Huang Timothy Hudak Brett Huggins Natosha Hughes Katie Hunter Ariel Hurley Emily Hurley Cady Hurtzig Morgan Hutchinson John Hanin latesta Ibrahim Mai Huynh Sharon Hwang Simone Hylton Den .ell I very Louvina Jackman Kendall Jackson liana Jackson Aidas Jakubenas Antwain Johnson Patricia Jeffers Jacqueline Jefferson Cuiving Jiang Lisa J ang Brianna Johnson Dayonna Johnson Dominique Johnson Jalene Johnson Jaslyn Johnson Matthew Jamilla Johnston Jones Jessica Jones Sara Jones Asif Kamal Homam Kamhia Kristen Karnmcrer Joie Johnson-Walker Shaneka Jones Brianna Kain Aram Karabulut Austin Case Discovers Temple is Her True Home Becoming an alumni was not easy for Austin Case, senior admissions counselor at Temple's Welcome Center. When site graduated from die university with licr degree in tourism and hospitality in 2010, Case was afraid of I laving to leave Temple, et excited to start a new chapter in her lift-. Prior to graduating, Case had first applied for a position with the Philadelphia Eagles. At die end of the interview process, it came down to just her and another woman who liad more experience in die s xirts sector. Case didn’t get the job. “That was kind of a turning point for me because from that point on. I had graduated and there I was without a job.” Case said. “So, I pretty much had to apply to whatever 1 could.” Determined to make it in the real world, Case applied for and was then hired at the Barnes Foundation as their events coordinator and at the University of Pennsylvania Both experiences, she said, greatly influenced her life and helped her to realize that working in higher education was what slur really wanted to do. After working in the services department at UPenn for about two years. Case realized that Temple was where she still belonged. “Having gone to Temple and being an undergraduate there, I think 1 relate a little bit more to the students versus the students at UPenn,” Case said. “Plus, I knew so much about Temple and I am much more passionate about it and it just seemed like it would be a better fit.” One of Case’s biggest reasons for choosing to work ai Temple over another institution is because she believes in Temple’s mission. “I think tliat we provide an exceptional education for a low cost compared to the other local universities. We offer so much more in terms of allowing our students to gain real life experience,” Case said. “I think at a lot of other universities, their students aren’t as immersed in real life experiences like internships and working in the field, and I think that Temple offers students that.” While at Temple, Case was a sister in Phi Sigma Sigma, a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, and the I lospitality Sales and Marketing Association International. She also met her fiancee, an accounting major who now works at one of “the big fours” in Philadelphia. “Meeting him kind of changed my whole college experience because he was two years oklei; so I was able to see what lie (fid through Fox,” Case said. Case is currently working towards her Master’s degree at the Fox School of Business. She said that she loves being able to tell students about her experiences at Temple, especially her experience studying abroad. “Temple allows us to make mistakes and change our mind because I think that at other schools it’s taboo to change your major and not know what you want right from the start, but, here at Temple, I think you are encouraged to explore,” Case said. Case has worked as an admissions counselor at Temple’s Welcome Center since January 2013. She is in charge of reading applications, giving information sessions to prospective families and overseeing the admission department’s digital communications. ALIJK KACHAPURIDZE Jamie Karasin Kevin Kavafes Thanita Kennedy Riza Kha Amandeep Kaur Derek Kelly Khatereh Keramati Marianne Kilbride Gurdeep Kaur Sara Kelly Britta Kerstetter A. Young Kim Naveen Sylvia Khan Khuu Megan Karle Christopher Keenoy Asia Karriem Ashley Kelly Britny Isatta Kenneh Iordan ' Kent 1 'I aylor Kimble Kristoffer Kiocho Lindsey Kiska Elizabeth Kocsi Remi Koffs Kandace Kohr Whitney Kling Eric Knauss Amy Kolakoski Amanda Koniewicz Boris Kopylov Ajila Koshy Christine Kostoroski Konstantin Kotlyar Nicholas Kozyrski Ashley Kramer Crete hen Krauter Sarah Kraynik Adam Krol Michelle Krommes Jaclyn Krostek Kateryna Kucheruk Samantha Kuhar Anna Kulczycki Joshua Kuppcrstein Saemina Kwon Julian La Courtney Lapsley Amber Lawrence Wendy La Andrea I .angston Melanie Lawrence Julia Lees Jamie Lewis Maria Leonova Malikah Lewis Iyana Lester Portia Lewis James Leung Jason Levinson Jiaj'a Li Nathalie Lherisson Chrisoula Liolios Haley Logan Nina Lispi Khadijah Logan-Watson Patrick Lowery Teresa Lundy Xiao Liu Cainilo Lope Chloe Lucan Christine Lynd Brian Locklear Jacqueline Loro Margaret Lukas Chelsey Lowe Sylva-Gracia Lumbayi Rachel Lowry Stephanie Lynch Molly Liu Sim Loh Ryan Maccie Megan Mahon Richard Manfredi Roma Marcos Joseph Mackay Joney Mai John Mann Marigo Mardas Ryan Mackey Jlilie Malave Candy Manning Lisa Margavage Rebecca Mah Bethann Malkemes Amanpreet Marad Amber Margetich Jennifer Mahida Amber Malone Nadine Alexis Marasigan Bianca Marrero A KING’S JOURNE Isaiah Gaymon Strives to Make His Role as Temple’s King Memorable L It was a last minute decision loi Isaiah (Iaymon when deciding to run lor I lonicconiing King. At fust pushing die idea aside, it was Gavn ion's friends wIk pus!ted him to ajtjtly for the jjirstigioiis tithr. Though he was nervous at first, Gaymon adds tltat ! y entering, he wanted to piow to himself how far he has come at Temple I 'niversity. “I wanted to sec how mW myself,” Gaymon said. “ J me from freshman year, I could push icii I think about towii so much.” “Ur were ihiiikingioLa seminar for resume building, Gaya apply l«n inlet not know wlii I was lost whe incoming be: i s,iid. ‘fyVc want to help them be confident. I did loing my first semester, came in, and I don't want to feel the same way.” The media studies and pfficllictjoii major was crowned Homecoming King last ) tuber at Temple’s homecoming game saying that the moment of the announcement happened so quickly, he did not rrgdn it at first. For Gaymon. winniiig tin- title is symbolic of his transformation at Temple “We [die homCGOjfiingromTj were down on field for half an bom. Yon know, watching football stuff,” Gaymon said. I thought they would announce die queen first, mj I w.ls just standing there. Then tin- announcement happened so first. I heard, “Winner is Isaiah. and I was like... I was in shock... It was a good Iceling. Now GayKn plans to get more involved on campus, aRmg ‘ill I lomecotuing QjieenJnie Johnson-Walki i Moth are imeicstcd in doing SOtiiQilnng lor die incoming freshmen entering univeisitv. To (iaymon, his journey has been very motivating Ixecausc of the many positive encounters lie has had at the university. He is also motivated on a personal level and ji;uii( ipates as ;ui active manlier of the NAACP, the National Goundl of Negro Women, Temple Gospel Ministry, and is a columnist for Temple’s I let Campus chapter. Gaymon adds that he would like to get involved with caidkivusctBar disease awareness in tlie name of his mother,.whom he lost to a heart attack. “I think that the driving force behind Isaiah, which has amaxibgly turned into a positive thing, is his mother passing away when he was 18. Samuel Gaython, Isaiah's father, said. “1 le was close to her. She told him to go out and shine. I lei ineiiuLy drives him.’ When (iaymon graduates in 2015, he hopes to get invohed with the fashion industry, eventually working up to his du am job of working for CO Magazine.™ Though still a little ways awaykGaymon plans to make the n.cst:of his tnnaiiring time at Temple. lien sou w in I lomccoming King at Temple. it's huget than other schools,(Iaymon says. “When you love Temple, you know you love Temple. ()m pride is w hat makes lacing Temple homecoming king lug. Alexa Marsden Chelsea Marterella Bruce Martin David Marlin Thomas Martinez Emily Marton Sienna Martese Sandy Maju Martz Mason Matczak Mathew Shireen Matloubich Kimberly Max son Lina Maydel Christopher McBride Michael McCall Domoniquc John Teonna Michael Brian McClendon McCloskey McCurry McDonald McDonnell Alexander McGee Kelly McGettigan Shawn McGlade Ashley McGlynn Kelly McGuire Michaela McGuire John Mclnerney Brianna Mclver Nicole McKale Taneisha McKendrick acqueline Lindsay Melissa Latasha McLay McLeod McNichols McQueen James McRae Molly Brock Sonia Abhishek McTamney Meadath Medina Mehta Qixia Mei Katherine Mejia Jennifer Mikus Chad Mitchell Madelena Mele Max Meltzer Lumi Mema Morgan Miller Lindsey Moers Ryan Mohl Angela Molko Margaret Monteiro Ashlee Mericle Chelsie Miranda Adel mar Mizsei Angela Mon ton i Cherise Moody Precious Moon Andrew Moore Pablo M orach i mo Gregory Morgan Tasia Marianna Regina Steve Morgan Morris Morris Morris Tara Morris Sean Morrow Jennifer Morton Ramya Mosarla Shalonda Bria Mosley Moss-Wilkerson Nicole Moyer Yasir Mughal Khadijah Muhammad Sakinah Muhammad Christopher J. Mullen Joseph Musumcci Kadidja Nanakasse Molly Neill T Jeffrey Mumbauer Anais Murillo Kathr)'ii Murphy Elisa Muzzillo Alyssa Myers Sean Nagy Anne Nardolilli Chaitra Nataraj Robert Nave Peter Neill Tenee Nelson Connie Nestico John Murrow Ketty Nakitto Mercy Nderitu Samer Newar Thao Nguyen Viet Nguyen Jenna Nicolosi Kristina Nocito Syhnarie Nunez-Luna Samuel O’herrick ft Ifueko Obadiaru Jaloliddin Nuriddinov Blessing Ohaegbulam Censha Oliver Ian Opitz Daniel Orth Vincent Omekam i joit jowison-u lher reuerlsheri ourrev After campaigning for wcefetand purjttnng a goal tliat was set since her fust stepeW rhm pie's campus, Joic Johnson-Walker, a senior muring in broadcast journalism was crowned the university's new I lomccoming Queen. Johnson-Walker began the process of running for I lomccoming Queen by campaigning and following all of the guidelines tliat Temple x:is lor nominees. While campaigning. Johnson-Walkci had to attend the Main Campus Programming Board events and really tried to get kenname and face out there for students to rectjgni .e. ‘-1 think joie was the Ixxxt choice for 1 lomccoming Queen because not only is she really involved throughout campus, she’s a positive role model as well,” senior (’helsea Koerblcr said. She has so much confidence, is outgoing and takes on leadership roles. She’s always so willing to help others and meet new people.” This was definitely the fun part. I made fivers and posted them on social incdia. uroimd campus and in the student center,” JJoluison-Walker said. ‘‘I ordered “Vote for Joi buttons. I made cupcakes, I walked up to ffiffividuals around campus. I bought balloonmuid passed them out. It was just an overall gre | ex|xTirix:e.” flunking hack to the entire experience, Jolmson-U.ilkn is proud of wliat site accomplished. I loping to make a didetvnce at the university. Johnson-Walker has many plaits in annul since winning JohnSOti-Walker was n that she would win the confident and hopeful b« completely sure (S and remained ire the results. When she was a freshman, Johnson-Walker would see the upperclassmen irpit-seiitifig their university with much poisdand pride. I his inspired her to want to lx- that same role model for students that would come after her. Johnson-Walkci took tin- competition as an opportunity to accomplish the things that she liadlxrcn wanting since Hi d l.cr r.m paigning | Now that my dream is a rtfility, 1 plan to implement the service projects I am passionate about which is getting lemple students more involved with mentoring local high school students. Johnson-'Walker said. M main goal out of this is to really leave a legacy .iklemple I diversity oT community engagement. imjxM tant that we. .is glolxil c itizens. understand the itnponance. of giving rack room comt and helping it to excel just as we are ‘ “The process for nunning was very mieusefl Johtisoii-VValkcrsaid. “Ibrothcrs, maybe not so much but Ibi me. I kind of cringe at the idea f ompctition.- When I think of compelitum. I think of the polities that route with it But. I decided not to psyche myself out and to |ust have fun with the opportunity. Johnson-Walker adds that the best part of Jfoe enmc I lome oming (jiffi.cn experience was knowing that she has Inlfilled her goal of lining a leader who takes risks and that there are yoiinget stmlents on campus who recognize tlris of determination, faith and perseverance. fa Students took time to recognize her as a peison'and her goals which made, them led that sh ; was the right choice for tliis.university and that she really deserved being frowned I fonracoming Qjieen. Between mvself. the king and the entire royalty ( tun i. I tuple I imeisity has a lot of great and exciting tilings .oming their way, SO Stay mned ' )• .Inison-Walla i said. M VRISSA Kt.UJ.KR I Victoria Osuala Juliana Pache Alyssa Pagliaccetti Monika Pajecka Inna Pakhalyuk Catherine Palmer Debbie Palmer Priyanka Pandya Kaylah Parks Dean Pascucci Jennifer Paster Bhavi Patel Dipant Patel Manthan Patel Milan Patel Mohit Patel Neena Patel Kivonnah Patterson Andriy Pelikan Chorn Pen Madelaine Penney Airyelle Perse ponko Daharis Pesantez Christopher Peter Tyler Petrovich Jessica ' Pfau William Pfister Lindsay Phillips Takiya Phillips Frank Piccolo Ana Pichardo Vanessa Pileggi Sivon Pichoto Rosenellc Pierre Christopher Pintozzi Raeanna Pittman Crystal Pizarro Andrew Plaster Bruce Platt Kimberly Pohl Jennifer Poland Ryan Polzer Felicia Pomon Christopher Popoff Justin Pospieck Brittani Potts Amanda Harry Kaliane Nia Powers Prak Prak Prater Valerie Price Oquenia Quiles Kevin Andriy Proud Pupin Xinda Q? Danah Quasmieh Scott Raff Rcham Raja Adrianne Ranck Kaja Rasmussen Liza Raspa Hillary Redisch Chelsea Mae Reed Laura Reichard Steven Maxwell Reichardt Reil Jessica Reilly Christopher Repak Sarah Sara Reyes Rczaeian Kyung Takesha Ha Rhee Richards Kaitlin Caitlin Reilly Reis s Nicholas Ricotta Heather Rodriguez Brooks Rudy Sarah Rutter Nicole Riley Mindy Rumsey Caitlin Ryan Tanairi Rivera Melanie Rodriguez Victoria Runnells Dinel Sadadiwala Deven Rogoshewski Alexander Rotzal Krysten Russell Amanda Rushworth Firrah Saeed Kimberly Sahms ■ Alison Sailer Sinem Sakarcan Elaine Salanik Haifa Saleh Renita Sales Michelle Salvatore Michael Salvina Anthony Samuels Jr. Angelina Sanchez Rousan Sanchez John Sander Kara Sapp Carl Sandig Kelly Sanford Kimberly Sanon Elizabeth Schaeffer Jenna Schaffer April Schanz Jenny Santos Levi Schenk When Dave Okapal came to Temple, the student center was not yet open for business and there was only one dining area for students. Okapal first started his career at the LouisJ. Ksposito dining center, otherwise known asj l 1 and die only Temple affiliated option available to students. Now; “Baker Dave” as he has come to be known, runs two bakeries that cover three campus-dining areas' with over 30 individual retail locations. Dave Okapal Shares How He Started Baking “When you make food cafeteria style, it waters down die options available because of how difficult it is to keep up with that high amount of food,” Okapal said. “I still split time between the bakery atj ll and Morgan 1 fall, but 1 sec die future of campus dining as heavily mtail oriented.” Despite his success, baking was not Okapal’s initial choice for a career. When attending Johnson Wales University’s College of Culinary Arts, Okapal said that he had wanted to be a jran of die butcher shop upon graduation. Though, once he saw the process and the creativity that went into baking, lie knew drat was wliat he wanted to do. “1 have always been a cieative person ” Okapal said. “In high school I w as in a band and, when that failed, my creative personality overflowed into cooking. Going to school for baking was an option that came up, so then eventually my passion and creativity turned to baking.” Dave’s passion for baking has stayed alive not only because of his creativity, but also because of the people lie has been around. When looking to someone who first inspired him to cook, Okapal thinks of his grandmother, who always had cookies, ice cream and other great food around. “My parents also motivated me to go for it,” Okapal said. “My parents were very supportive of anything I wanted to do, so when 1 told them about the option of baking, they supported me completely.” After witnessing a lot of colleges where some of the students seemed stuck up and unappreciative, Okapal said that there are not many places that he would rather be than Temple. To Okapal, Temple students are so courteous and respectful and he’s very appreciative of (hat kind of atmosphere here. “The amount of retail options Temple provides has really improved the quality of campus dining,” Okapal said. “The procedure of commonly providing for every retail location but still having them operate separate from each other has increased quality and the amount of choices here like never before.” AM) RE D1BNNEK Emily Schilling Henry Madelaine Megan Elizabeth Schmid Schneider Schneller Schumm Natan Schwartz Brian Schwitters Christopher Sekula Madison Sellers Thomas Seminack Paul Shanks Latoya Shaw Thomas Sheehan Sarah Shenawi Jessica Sheppard Meghan Shortt Lisa Sibanda Christopher Siegmann Marco Sifoni Anilda Silo Jennifer Silver Lindsay Sashann Jena Lianna Silver Silvera Silverman Simmonds Samuel Sims Amarjil Baljinder Gagandeep Caitlyn Singh Singh Singh Sitoski Monica Skibicki Rachel Christina Kelly Brandon Slack Smiley Smilowitz Smith V T Jayana Smith Karen Smith Kathleen G. Smith Marquis Smith Melvin Smith Monica Smith Paris Patricia I). Smith Smith Taylor Smith Valerie Smith Nicole Soli Corey Solomin Seungwan Son Sophea Son Valentina Souprountchouk Adetokunboh Soyemi Melanie Smith Tia Solomon Clinton Spedding I Samantha Spellman Kelly Straughn Angelise Stuhl Bartosz Stachurski Jackie Stella Taleen Streeter Alejandra Suarez Nikita Stain Ashleigh Stewart Rebecca Striplel Jessica Sudue Rachel Stanton Katerina Stock Mariah Strobele Armando Sullivan Jonathan Staudl % David Stonehill Jr. Sara Strugger Mallory Sullivan Sean Sullivan Jean Swalm Hannah Sweitzer Lorraine Sybrandy Xinyi Tan Karlene Them Kiernan Sweeney Kristen Sweeney Nora Sweeney Marta Sydoryak Elizabeth Szablya Alexander Taing Brian Thibodeau Jeffrey Thies Abigail Thomas Ancy Thomas Courtney Thomas Nevin Thomas Rebecca Thomas V M Tiernan Alex Tran Michael Tischner Cindy Tran Faith Tolliver Trang Tran Francis Tomaszewski Victor Tran Michael T reglown Jonathan Trimble Claire Trindle Elizabeth Trinh Raven-Symone Trueheart Casey Trusdell Ashley Tryba Suza Tsegai Bachnhan Tram Mark Transue William Trost Zachary Tuozzo JOEY CRANNEY Temple News Editor-In-Chief Prepares For Next Chapter In Life A firm believer in newspapers, Joseph Cranncy, the editor-in-chief of 'Die Temple News, knew that he wanted to get paid to talk about sports when first embarking on his journalistic career. The 2014 graduate joined TTN stall during his first few months of his freshman semester. ”1 started off writing for the sjkuis section, but I’d always ask to cover the field hockey games,” said Cranncy. “So I became, like, the field hockey beat writer because I felt club sports didn't get enough attention.” As a sopliomore, Cranncy worked as tl c assistant sports editor for TTN covering Temple’s basketball and football teams along with the sports editor. Working his way up the editorial ladder (hanney was able to become 'Hie Temple News’ sports editor during his junior year. Cranncy felt that the most rewarding part of his time as sports editor was the paper’s coverage of non-revenue sports. I lis first initiative as editor was to implement a system of Ix-at writers that would cover each of Temple’s sports, not just football and basketball. I thought, and still think, our coverage of those teams was most important because we’re the only news organization writing about them. said Cranncy. “That means better access and 1 letter stories, but it also means pciforming a valuable duty to inform die Temple community about each of its sports.” Vs the assistant sports editor and later the head sports editor, Cranncy was able to cover the football and men’s txiskciball teams for two years. “With the non-revenue stuff, we were providing exclusive, original reporting,” said C.ranney. “1 consider our coverage to l c a great success and it’s what I’m most proud of.” Cranncy wanted to become the next editor-in-chief of The Temple News during his senior year because of his love for the paper and because he felt like it was the next step for him. “1 had been on stafT for three years, covering mostly sports, but I also was a regular contributor to News and Opinion,” said Cranncy. “I even had a bi-weekly column in A E during my junior year. I was a writer, copy editor and section editor. I had done every job you can do, and through my experience learning from some of the other people I worked for, I felt that I could take the paper to the next level.” “He oversees the entire paper. I les my boss but also a friend,” said Jerry Iaunclli, die Opinion Editor for the Temple News. “He inspires me to woik harder in general. 1 Ic is literally killing himself for his job and that rubs oil' on everyone. 1 Ic s experienced, determined and caring.” Since freshman year, Cranncy has changed his mindset completely about his career plans. He hopes to now be a foreign correspondent for The New York 'Times, or a chief national correspondent for the Washington Post. If he has a career in sports at all, Cranncy wants to write enterprise sports journalism, specifically for college sports. Cranney would argue tliat T he Temple News is the third-best newspaper in Philadelphia, behind tin; Inquirer and the Daily News. TTN provides daily content online and their weekly product is better than many professional publications, Cranney adds. “I like TTN because of how good we arc,” said Cranney. “College newspapers arc some of the best places to lx in journalism. 'There’s no pressure on content from ownership and the staff arc eager-minded young journalists who want to get their careers off to a good start. It s fun to work at a place where everyone clearly understands the goal and eagerly works toward achieving it. As editor-in-chief, I’m grateful to have such a stall'.” CHEREA HATCHER - ‘ 'Everybody wins. ;att and pie e, Sarcie Gdovin can be reached at same .gdovin® temple .edu. ii id their voice ur. become more her initial involvement with PYPM. Galina Turilina Heather Turner Ryan Vaccaro Maricllc Vasquez w- Christina Wacker Megan Valenson Michael Vera Karen Wagier Brittany Unger Rebecca Urban Sean Urbany Gregory Valentine Timothy Pamela Valshtein Vandemark Amanda Walker Quincy Walker Shytia Walker Hsing-Ju Wang Rebecca Washburn Sarah Walter Calvin Wang Charles Watson Jacqueline Watson Steven Watson George Weaver Latoya Weeks Elcana Wehr Erik Weichel Joshua Weinfcld Victoria Washburn Ebony Webster Jaime Weintraub Gloria West Tessa West Kylie While Patricia White Brendan Williams Cynthia Williams Larhonda Williams Neshae Williams Briana Wilson Herman Wilson Kirk Wilson Regina Whitfield Danielle Williams Paris Williams Lauren Winkowski Daria Wiegand Jeanette Williams Brian Wilson Bree Wood Janine Rondaya Wood Woodbury Engin Yapis Jasmine Wright Leigh Wynn Shane Woods Rich Woolf Elijah Yarborough Brandon Yarde Michael Yerkov Shvdia Laura Lauren Teresa Young Younger Zaluski Zamorski Victoria Zanina William Justin Zeanbo Zebley Christina Zesotarski Benjamin He Zhang Yuanxin Zhang Lili Zheng Marisa Ziccardi Rachel Zimmaro Kevin Zou Maria Zurla owl pride Dear Nellie, You have always reached for the stars; continue to soar. I am very proud of you and all of your accomplishments. Love, Granny Congratulations! We are so proud of you. No one works harder or cares more deeply. Trust your instincts. Keep traveling and challenging yourself. Mom, Dad Greg A j We are all so proud of the person you have become. You will do great things. Your uncle Mark and Fred are looking down with great pride. We love you. - Mom Grandma r We wish you the best of luck with everything you do in life. You have a bright future ahead of' you! We love you veiy much. - Mom, Dad, Danni Gina Congratulations Amy from all of us! - Mom, Dad, Steve, Matt Kelly, Scan Congratulations! Wc wish you all the best as you continue on your journey. Follow your dreams! Much love and happiness, Mom Dad J Congratulations Gen. Best of luck in your future endeavors. We arc so proud of you. Love, Mom Dad Congratulations! What an achievement! We arc so proud. You are supported and very loved. - Mom, Dad, Christy, Carrie, Sharnie and Barrett v Congratulations! Wc are honored to call you our daughter. May your creativity and hard work make your dreams become reality. We know you’ll be a wonderful art teacher. Love, Mom, Dad Lcxy My Dear Beloved Daughter It’s with great pride that we congratulate you on accomplishing such a great task. Wc know that you are on the road to success with CJod’s guidance and blessings. Continue to reach for the stars and don’t Ik- afraid to make a mistake because mistakes are your stepping-stone to success. We love you! - Mom Congratulations on your accomplishments Zac! We arc very proud of you and know you will be successful! Love, Mom, Dad, Carissa and Shannon My Dearest Nia Congratulations! 1 am so proud of you and your accomplishments. I know this is only the beginning and the best is yet to come. All the best as you begin your exciting career! Love, Mom Congratulations, Alex! Wc arc so proud of you. Wishing you a happy and successful future. Love, Mom Dad (MOMS—% Go Trev! Congrats to you. Keep soaring with excellence! Be enriched by many blessings from above. Congratulations again and again! Love you waaaaay too much! Mom and Family CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 2014 GRADUATES FROM TOE TEMPLAR STAFF! Dear Samantha, It seems like just yesterday that 1 was dropping you olT for your first day of preschool anti now you arc graduating from Temple! Where did the time go? Words cannot describe how very proud I am of you! I want you to know that wherever life takes you, whatever paths you choose, I hope your journey will lx one that you will never forget! My wish for you is for much happiness and success in your future! Always remember that wherever you arc, you will always be in my heart! To paraphrase Walt Disney and one of your favorite movies of all time - “Just keep swimming and all your dreams can come true...if you have the courage to pursue them!” You’ve got this, girl!!! Love, hugs a million kisses, Mom Dear Samantha, For all the times you Itave made us “proud” over 22 years, today we am the proudest as you graduate from Temple! You are a beautiful granddaughter inside and out! Thank you for making tis such a part of your life! We've appreciated it and we'll love you forever! Always reach for the stars! They an closer than you think! Love, Gma and Gpa rnmm Nonhlanhia. Continue 10 strive for success. As a wife, a mother and gogo you inspire us. we arc very proud of you. Congratulations. Love you lots. mmm Dewon, Congratulations we love you. Your family is so proud of you and your achievements to date. Always remember to take life as it comes and have fun doing it. Be proud of yourself and know that there is nothing you can't accomplish if you put your mind to it. We will always lx1 here to love, support and have your ! ack. Love, Your family Congratulations to our Ixautiful daughter! We an- so proud of you. Your hard work, dedication and perseverance are an inspiration. You bring joy to us and everyone around you with your shining spirit. At Temple, you have laid the groundworic for your future success. We will always lx- with you to cheer and support you no matter where life takes you. love, Mom Dad! Damon. You have become quite a handsome and accomplished young man. You learned to play guitar on your own. you mastered the game of soccer (even with a broken foot), you excelled in your High School Fine Arts productions and you made the Dean’s I ist at Temple. You successfully completed an internship with a very prestigious accounting firm and recently received a job oiler from another prestigious firm. Now you have completed another major milestone, graduating from college. Compassion, honesty and persistence are characteristics that will enhance your success. We arc all very proud of you and ALL your accomplishments. VVe wish you continued success and happiness throughout your life and we will support you in your life choices. Congratulations, you an. on your way! Ix ve, Mom, Grammy and Scychellc T] uu m Dearest Kimberly, Lite past four years have flown by so quickly. You have blossomed into a beautiful, strong and faithful young woman. VVe arc so proud of your accomplishments. You are our gift and blessing from God. We are thankful everyday for the joy you bring us. Congratulations to our ovcrachicvcr and continue doing great things. With all our love, Mom and Dad “lor I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 NIV Shane, Congratulations on your graduation! Now is the time for your adventure to begin, a time to travel a path that is uniquely yours. Follow your dreams! The world is yours to explore! We are so proud of you and love you very much! Mom, Tom, Brian, Casey, and Jackie Sarah, You always continue to amaze us with your achievements. The education at Temple will provide the foundation you need to make an impact and pursue your goals. We are so proud of you and know that Cod has a special place for you in this world and a purpose for you. You an- irreplaceable. Congratulations my beautiful daughter! I-ove. Mom. Had Bethany I i Congratulations Jessica! Four years have flown by so quickly; we can’t believe you arc graduating and going out into the world. We an so proud of all that you have accomplished and how much you have grown. We know the best is yet to conic! We love you, Mom Dad Dear Ashley. We couldn't lx- prouder of all that you have accomplished during your college years. Choosing Temple University was a wise decision on your part as you have grown and flourished there. Your leadership skills amaze us and 011 will go far in life because of your drive, determination, extraordinary work ethic, and confidence in yourself. VVe ate so excited for the next chapter of your life to unfold and are here to support you in everything you do along the way. The worid is waiting for you, Ash, and what a better place it will Ixr because of yon! You arc such a beautiful person inside and out. We love you so much! Congratulations, college graduate! All our love, Mom. Dad, and Bridget Dear Kate, As you embark on this next phase of your journey, we are proud of your accomplishments thus far. Most of all, we love yon for who you arc! Congratulations, Mom and Dan I )ear Sebastian. You have always dreamed big and now it's time to reach for the starsand continue to soar. We are very proud of you and your accomplishments. Keep smiling! We love you! - Mom, Valdi and Przemek J! Ar Jl FF i i 1 I Ji Congratulations Jennifer R. Gaston I'emplc Made April 1989 Temple Graduated May 2013 1'oday is your day. You’re olf and away! -You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes You can steer yourself - any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. Jenn you’re the gal who’ll decide when: to go. You won’t lag behind, liecausc you’ll have the speed. You'll pass the whole gang and you'll soon take the lead. Wherever you teach, you’ll be the best of the i� cst. Wherever you go. yon will top all the rest. And will you succeed? - Yes! You will, indeed! 98 and 3 4 percent guaranteed-) -So. today is your day! - Your future is waiting. So, get on your way! (Thanks Dr. Scuss) All our love, Mom, Dad, Gpop Jon Congratulations Jonathan R. Gaston Temple Made February 1992 Temple Graduated May 2013 Today is your day. - You’re off and away! -You have brains in your bead. You have feet in your shoes - You can steer yourself - any direction you choose. You’11 have so many choices, - as you already know. You’ll meet strange birds in - law enforcement each day as you go. So be sure when you step. — Step with care and great tact and remember that life’s a Great Balancing Act. Whenever you go, you’ll be the best of the best Wherever you go, Jon will top all the rest. And will you succeed? - Yes! You will, indeed! (98 and 3 4 percent guaranteed.) So, Today is your day! Your future is waiting. So, get on your way! Thanks l)r. Scuss) All our love, Mom, Dad, Gpop Jcnn im 'i Samantha, Congratillations Derrick! Derrick, no one can understand my Peelings of victory for you. Son, you always were a builder, designer, and creator. When you were just a toddler I encouraged your education, because I knew that this day would come and your wings would be ready to soar. From one graduate to another it was difficult, but I knew that you would finish college by staying focused regardless of the obstacle tliat stumbled your way I am proud of all of your achievements. This is the ultimate, I will never forget. I know you will lx; all you can lx; in die field of Computer Science God has Messed you, and your family all love and salute you. Love, Mom Congratulations to my awesome daughter, Iniani! God has truly blessed you. I am so proud or you. AH I can say is watch out world - here she comes. Smooches UP Momma. 1-ovc, Mom Always remember: Be yourself; Have fun; Stand up for what's right; Be honest; Pursue your dreams; I )vc your life; And know, we will always love you! Congratulations, Mom, Dad Erie WMMF JZL lAJULJUvJ mmw Sylmaricita, (kmgratulatioris!! VVc arc very proud of you for all of your achievements and for the woman you have become. You are brilliant, intelligent, and sweet. We wish you the best now and always. We love you with all of our hearts. Never stop dreaming, continue to follow ou dreams, and you will become the star you aspire to he. You will always lx- a star in our eyes. We love you, Mami and Aunt Ra xoxoxo Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Congratulations Bomko! Yon should he proud of your hard work and the great things you’ll he doing in the coming years! VVc arc very proud of you. - Mom Dad We love you! Mom. Dad. .Mi. l and Zack Dear Jonathan, Congratulations! Wfe arc very proud of you graduating from Temple. Your future is brighter than ever! Best wishes, Itappincss and success in all tlvat uni [ ursue! l A'c always, Mom, Dad, Andrew, Christina Copper Congratulations I-iurcn! 1 am the proudest mom ever! I know you worked very hard to get to this [joint of your life. Keep up the great work and keep shooting for the stars. 1 hope all your dreams comes true. I know Daddy would be proud of you too! Love always forever. Mom Mm™ “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where then: is no path and lease a trail.” let the passion, curiosity and empathy guide your choices. With proud hearts we wish you sincere congratulations on passing out! All your dreams can come true only if yon have the courage to pursue them. May you always keep learning, growing, and realizing tlu- best in yourself. You’re now standing on the edge of a whole new life and we are extremely proud of you and hope you become very successful. We ate always with you to support and cheer for you. Your future is bright and tin1 only way front here Is up! I Aland hugs for the first doctor in the family! Fiom, Dad, Mont and Vidlii (longratulations 10 our beautiful daughter! Wo are so proud f your achievements. We wish you continued success in your Ph.D. program and beyond. We are so proud. Enjoy all the new experiences coming your way. You are an amazing young woman with a fantastic and bright future filled with wonderful opportunities. Sis Boom Bah! You did it Sissy! lx vc, Dad. Mom and Ashley MM Congratulations, you did it! We are so proud of you and all of yout accomplishments. All your hard work has paid off. You are a beautiful young lady and there is no doubt you will change the lives of many as you fulfill your career. VVe love you, Daddy, Mommy and Family ---- J You arc on top of the wodd! Congratulations on getting your degree in Early Childhood Education. You will be an asset to the teaching community. VVe are so proud of you and all your accomplishments, our “D 1 Athlete”! Go get 'em Kayda! I zne. Dad, Mom, Peter Shadow Dear Stacey, Wc air so proud of you! Your tenacity has paid off! (Congratulations on your graduation from Temple University. You are special. Wc love you! (mod luck in your future cndcavois. Cod bless you! I jOVC, Mom, Dad, Lindsey, l-aurcn and Makayla rxi T LrJ L_J Radiol, So here you arc now, a self' confident, mature, beautiful young woman about to enter a new chapter in your life. You have exceeded every expectation we have had for you, and you now have your own dreams to follow. Graduation is the beginning of your life, done your way. You have shown that you can achieve whatever you put your heart and mind to, and we are so proud of you and the many successful ventures you haw taken upon yourself in these past few years. Whatever you do from this point forward will be new and exciting because you are fearless in your jHirsuit of adventure. Everything will lx: a milestone in the development of the spirit that is you. You are amazing! - Mom and Dad I ( Michelle, Where did all the time go? It seems like yesterday when we brought you home from the hospital for the first time. You were such a sweet and adorable little baby. We watched with pleasure as you blossomed into a beautiful young lady. You arc the joy of our lives. We enjoyed every moment of you growing up. As you graduate from Temple University and move on to your next challenge, we want to let you know how extremely proud we are of you. You worked hard at school and you excelled. You have set your goals high and von have exceeded them. You an- on the right path to fiilfilling all your dreams. Continue to aim high, but enjoy life’s travels. Remember you will always liave our full support in all your endeavors. With all our love. Mom and Dad mr- From Faglc to Owl Fund manager and beyond, soaring to new heights at every turn. Congratulations! Dear I-aura. From your first day of school until graduation you have made ns proud. We love you! MM □ JJ Question, how many people wish to achieve good but never attain it? Darnel was nurtured in an environment that was oh so dangerous. She developed wonderful way's of an outgoing student. She became a loving career-driven wife whose life has never stopped improving. Throughout life’s challenges; you patiently endured. As of a ship set sail so far away from shore. You’re off and on your own. although never alone. I ni grateful you’re my wife, turned our house into a home. My Temple Alumni, my friend, and companion, many fell short while you’re left standing. You achieved your goal, at twenty throe years of age. You’re worth more than words I could ever place on any page. love always, Tauhccd Zachary, Congratulations on your graduation! Wow-how did that happen so fast?!? It seems as though you were just walking out the door for kindergarten and now you've grown into a mature, intelligent, haid-working adult who is ready to go out into the world to make a difference. Your dad and I know you’fl lx- successful, and we’re looking forwaid to supporting you in the next phase of your life. Here arc a few inspirational quotes from your childhood hero whom you were fortunate to meet— • “You must expect great tilings of yourself before you can do them.” • “Evnrylxxly lias talent, but ability takes hard woric.” • “I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why 1 succeed.” — Michael Jordan love you, Mom and Dad Tyler, As you approacli graduating from Temple lox School of Business, here are a few words of wisdom. Always believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than atty obstacle. Reach out for every experience with passion and don’t be afraid to take the road less traveled to reach your dreams. Know that success consists of going from effort to effort without loss of enthusiasm. You have a genuine spirit with great compassion for others and for this we are proud. Congratulations on your accomplishments to date, and cheers to a bright future! Love, Your Family I uM iMifflU Jincen, my beautiful daughter I am so proud of you New Dreams and New Beginnings Enjoy every moment Everyone is so proud of you Now go on and take on the world! Buttercup, We’re incredibly proud to see the type of woman you’ve become. As a Father, I could not ask for anything more. No one can stop you fulfilling your dreams. - The Carcamo Family MOCM B Antoinette, mv ToiBcc, I could not be more proud of you. Words cannot express my love and admiration. You have always been a shining star. 1 know tliat you will continue to grow your wings to soar far beyond your greatest expectations. ‘Tor I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Ix id. “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11. Congratulations college grad! I jvc, hugs, and kisses, Mommy, Darius, Trinity and D.J. mm mm As 1 look up ai the stars and moon and share mv joy with Daddy 1 realize that you have grown up so fast. 1 remember the day you were horn and I look at you now, all big and grown. 1 remember your first day of school. You were too scared to break a rule. You made me so proud at your 8th grade graduation when you were the only student to receive all those achievement awards. In every subject. I was in awe. While in high school, yon had your fun. You mot new friends and joined the school’s basketball team. Many doors open for you today. You have always made me proud throughout the years. Truly, no words can explain what I feel. Just know that Daddy Radi and I arc proud to be your parents. Dear Rcanna, It seems like just yesterday you were our little baby. Today you stand before us a beautiful young lady. Your hard work, dedication, and determination are an inspiration to us all. You ate: truly a special person, your passion, curiosity and empathy will make a difference in this worfd and in the lives of those you touch in your career. Grandma wanted so hadlv to see you graduate, and even though we lost her, we know she and Mindo arc with you smiling from heaven and beaming with pride. Remember Rcanna, wherever life may lead you, be it near, or far, you are always with us. right here in our hearts. Congratulations Reanna, YOU DID IT! We are so proud of you! msm nr Love, Mom. Dad, Angie, Pop, Grandma, and Mindo crp MMiM From the moment God gave you to me I have been blessed by your presence. You not only brought constant joy to me, but your grandmother and your sister. You not only looked like a doll baby, you were our doll, our gilt from God. You have made your mother, grandparents and sister the ptxmdest that we can ever be. You arc enough. You have put all into achieving every goal you have set. You have achieved them all. More important. you understand that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you. You Are My Joy. Although Grandmom has gone on to Glory. You were the JOY of her Fife. Congratulations TifT! Hard work pays off. Yon deserve all that God will bless you with. 1 have been blessed to call you daughter. Your Sister, Pop Pop and I arc here for yon always. love, Mommy I Brittani (Brit) (Briny), Your day has finally arrived. The day you have worked so hard for. The day you have aspired for. You have absolutely amazed us every step of the way these past 4 years and wc are so very proud of you. You have taken all die opportunities that came your way, along with all the long hours, and have accomplished every one of them with your drive and dedication. You have paved the way for a wry bright future for yourself. Know that uljcrcvor life’s journey takes yon front here, wc will always be here for yon with love and support. Congratulations, Sweetheart! We love you with all our hearts! love, Mom, Dad Brandi Congratulations on your wonderful Temple accomplishments! Continue to shine in your future endeavors! You make us proud and we love you!! Mom, Dad, Sean and Cinnamon f PH oil tt) Kat, It’s been an incredible journey watching your transformation from Mountain Girl to Temple Tough. We arc Proud of You! - The 300 Tara Crew and Brandon Too! KristoiTer, Only a few days from now you will be graduating. Time really flies fast. It's still dear from our memories that, as a child, you possessed the perseverance to finish on time any task assigned to you. And until now, you still have that character as wc saw you sitting in front of the computer to beat the deadlines, going to school with very little sleep, with such kind of attitude, we are confident you will be successful in your chosen field of profession. Congratulations! Wc arc happy for you. Wishing you all the best. God Ik with you always. Love, Mom, Dad, Ktiya Karl, and Kenneth nn Er?nn m I am so proud of you. Continue to follow your dreams and know that wherever life takes you. you have my support, love and a lot of cheerleaders. Congratulations! 1 -ovc va, Mom (Congratulations Ryan from a proud grandmother. I-ovc va, Grandma Jan Congratulations Ryan! Wc arc so proud of you! 1 we. Auntie Miguel, I-ncle Brett, Jonathan and G'maJewel You've worked hard and done well. I lave a happy happy life! Aunt Maynte Otis is one step in many to making a great future of your choice. Congratulations on your accomplishments and graduation. Uncle Jon and Auntie Tik I knew you could do it because you have my blood going through your veins. Congratulations! Ix ve, Ncene Wc are very proud of you. Continue to make your dreams a reality. Congratulations! Love, Grandpa Jim, Erin and James You did it. my brotha! Keep it moving! Congratulations, Jordan --vC T A • Congratulations, Sydney! We arc so proud of you. You worked hard and you did it! Always keep learning, growing, and realizing the best in yourself. May God continue to bless you. We love you! Dad, Mom, Tina. Valeric, Danielle, Ryan, Yuri. Kvlc, Gabriella Ruth, D Gaity, We arc so proud of all your accomplishments. Your determination and drive are amazing with whatever you set out to do. When you believe in something, you always make it happen! We love you. - Mom Dad Gaity'-Do, Thank you for all the wonderful memories. - Mom aka Hootic” Gait, We have watched you grow into a beautiful, compassionate, and responsible young woman. You continually light up the room with your fun-loving personality. We ate beyond proud of your dedication and persistence throughout the years. Set your sights on the stars, reach for them always, believe in yourself, and remember - you can achieve anything your heart desires! We love yon so much! - Shanon Tony To our future I) lI), Since 2nd grade von have dreamed of becoming a dentist and here you arc living your dream at Temple Dental. So, as you embark on your venture, you have our love, stipjxjrt and we will l e here to cheer you on. V are so proud of you and all your accomplishments. 1 A)VC, Mom, Dad Zac We are very proud of you. No words can describe how important you are to us. We watched you grow and attain great success. Congratulations on your achievement and keep on following your dreams. I.ovc you, Mom, Dad Omar My Little Pumpkin Muffin, I’m so proud of you! Always follow your dreams! Love you, Lisa Banilla! It’s been a long journey but you made it! So proud of you! love you, Meg Laura, There have been a few changes along the. way, but you have found your path to happiness. You air now One stCp closer to reaching your dream. Wfc arc so very proud of you. love, Mom and Dad a Y1 uj Josh, Since you were a young child you have always had the drive and focus to succeed. There isn't any secret: you work hard and you put full effort into everything you do. You have built a terrific foundation and the road ahead of you is rich with opportunity, growth, and wondrous times. You already possess everything you need, now it’s time to make some memories. Do it your way Josh, you know what you are doing. And as you move forward to the next phase of your life, do so knowing that you will always have a family that respects you. that is proud of you, and most of all, that loves you. Congratulations graduate. 1.0vc Mom. Dad. and Melissa Evan, Dreams Really Do Come True! Congratulations, we are all so proud of you and wish you continued success in your Graduate Studies, love. Mom, Dad, Scan, Ian, lore, Declan and Owen! Michael, We arc very proud of every tiling you have accomplished in and out of school. We know you will make a great teacher! We love you very much! I JVC, Mom. Dad. Christian Ryan Congratulations Tesfayo Said Ali on your graduation from Temple University. We arc so proud of you, our star, on such a great accomplishment. You should he proud of yourself. We are wishing all good things to come your way. Where then; are opportunities, we wish yon the ability to see them, and seize them. Yon ate a great son, brother and a true friend to all. Ket it up. Reach the stars. With all our love. Mom. Dad, Aman, Destiny Continue on your mad to success and lx’ all that you can be. Love always, - Mommic Poppa Jessica, L Watching your life unfold has filled pur lives with such pride and joy. We feel so grateful to lx‘ your parents. You were born with wisdom and maturity way beyond your years. We have watched you make good choices your whole life. We have loved reading your stories, books, movie scripts, and newspaper articles. Seeing you j)crfonri on stage in plays and lip syncs, radio and TV interviews. Watching you give the commencement speech with ease to over 7.000 people at Camden County College, encouraging them to follow their dreams, we were so amazed. You have worked so hard, committing back and forth to Temple, while working at WMCN, along with producing ybur first TV series, Generation X, while assisting with the family business. Wow! And now you’re graduating Temple University. We love you Jess and we low watching your life unfold. Congratulations! Congratulations, l.uke! Wo are so very proud of your accomplishments! You have persevered and completed the basic structure for your life. The best is yet to come, for I know the plans 1 have for you saith the I-ord. We love you! Mom, Dad, and Betsy Dear Kara. You have worked so very hard to get to this point and we ate so proud of you. (.'ongratulatious and best of luck with everything you will do with the bright future you have ahead of you. Love, Mom Dad Chipper, Your family and friends arc so proud of what you have accomplished so far. We wait with great anticipation for the next chapter in your life. Thank you for being a wonderful son and a devoted friend. What we are most proud of is your maturity, wisdom and your dedication to your craft. You have enriched our lives arid we want you to know just how much you art; loved, adored and respected. Congratulations and always remember as you progress and achieve in life to east all of your nets Luke 5). Your blessings arc waiting for you ‘ in the deep!” I win’ you more each day! Mom. Dad,Jesse, Cranny, Hie Siflorrls The Wilsons My Dearest Chanel, You never cease to amaze us, we are so proud of you and your achievements to date. VVc admire your dedication and hard work and no matter when; life takes you, know that we will forever be by your side cheering you on. Let passion, curiosity and empathy guide your choices. You will always be our little girl. Congratulations! I JVC, Mom and Dad Dear Kristen, You have overcome so many obstacles in your life; and came out on top. It has been both a privilege and an honor to watch you grow up to become such an incredible person. You deserve the very best that life has to offer. I am so proud to lx: your mother. I love you with all mv heart! - Mom l« mmm Dear Ayo, You have always distinguished yourself. Your confidence and passion for independence was displayed when you solely processed your transfer to Temple University. This transfer to Temple University demonstrated your commitment to going alter your heart's desire. Congrats, you got it and have worked hard to make us proud! With little supervision and guidance, you journeyed gracefully through college in flying colors and greater sense of purpose in life. I ct passion, empathy and curiosity guide all your life choices. You can always count on us as we know God will land you safe to a great destination for HIS GIX)RY. (X)NGRATS!! Distinguished graduate as we celebrate you today and always. 1 vc Always, Dad, Mum, Bobby and Wunmi You have come such a long way in the past few years.; proving to everyone and to yourself that you have the strength and determination to overcome any and all obstacles in your path. Wc know that you are destined for great things and that you will fulfill all of your dreams. Congratulations to our baby! 1'he world is your oyster! love, Daddy, Mommy. Gogo. ljeoma, ChiChi. Mi ami, Naa and Nii KMM11 .Jfl Mike, You will be embarking on a journey that will determine the course of your life. Although life may not always turn out the way wc envision, havingthc knowledge, pciscveiance, and determination makes all the difference in the outcome. You have a natural tenacity, sense of commitment, and a desire to always do your l csi, traits to be admired and will serve you well on the journey. 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Reinsurance three bala plaza east, suite ?00 bala cynwyd, pa 19004 p 610.644.1500 f 610.660.8885 www.globalinfommtyfc CommbAdlO . 2014 Graduating Class of J Temple University We Provide Superior Specialty Insurance and Reinsurance Products Seivices oV ,ECTI 8 $ Diamond State « A Peno-Amerte Group- AT united ■= national group1 J.H. Ferguson YacantExpress.com ASSOCIATE. I LC Voconf Binding Arc C Wind River Reinsurance Cotr pany Ltd. Ptajrom For company information or to view career postings, visit our websites: www.diamondstategTOUP.com www.penn-america.com www.unitcdnar.com For more information or to submit a resume, email: HRiobs@global-idemnitv.com Do not follow where the path may lead. Go, instead, where there is no path and leave a trail.” “Ralph Waldo Emerson Qxmgruttulcdiono ta the Jrnvple ‘UniveMity Cla� o of, 2014! r£j As we approach our final goodbye, we begin to truly appreciate the beauty of this urban jungle. Suddenly we yearn for the things that once seemed unbearable, and the realization that we survived settles over us. We will take, these beautiful and sometimes difficult experiences with us into our post-collegiate lives and feel confident that we can handle whatever the world has to offer. Temple University will forever remain a defining moment in onr lives. INDEX Abdus-Saboor, Imani 124,204 Abisror, Nicole 124 Acevedo, Starlin 124 Adamko,Julianne 17 Adams, Curtis 124 Adc, Sebastian 124 Adolf, Sebastian 202 Adomolga, Vincent 124 Adshead, Michelle 124 Agclan, Samuel 124 Ahmed, Aric 124 Akabogu, Jacqueline 124 Akosa, Nnamdi 124 Al Ostailt, Ghezlan 124 Mam, Sara 124 Alban,Jean 91, 124 Alcozcr, Sally 124 Alderman. Ryan 70 Aldinor, Dannie 124 Alexander, Megan 124 AH, Tcsfaye 219 Alibrando, Vincent 124 Allison, Mary Kathleen 124 Alnakib, Zayd 217 Alpha Epsilon Delta 20 Alpha Kappa Lambda 101 Alpuehc, Melissa 124 Alterman, Madison 125 Althouse, Elizabeth 125 Amilani, Melissa 125 Amoroso, Gina 33 Anderson, Amber 125 Andcrson-Davis, Shahara 125 Andricn, Matthew 125 Angelo, Gina 125 Anshant, Walter 125 Antonclli. Kathryn 125 Archer, Ashley 125 Archer, Mary 13 Ashton, Robert 125 Asuinadu, Kwamc 125 Augustyn, Janie 93 Austin, Ashley 125 Avner, Naomi 125 Azab, Shahd 125 Azonobi, Uchenna 125, 223 Babel 108, 109 Radcsha,Ja$prcct 125 Badulak, Audivw 125 Baez. Stephanie 125 Bakayoko, Idriss 125 Baker, Karla 126 Bakovsky, Jacob 126 Baldassin, Gabriella 126 Baldini, Dana 126 Balistrieri, Lacy 126 Banks, Nia 126 Banks, Talia 114,126 Bantawan, Hanz 126 Barbour, Pcariine 126 Barbu, Jumah 126 Barimah, Jacqueline 126 Bamhari, Tyson 126 Barrett, Meghan 126 Bartholomew, Darin 12, 126 Batey,Jordan 77 Batory. Stcfana 126 Banal lio, Evan 93 Bean, Renee 126 Bcaubmn, Jean 126 Bcercr, James 11 Bcidcll, Chelsea 126 Beisel, Alexandra 126 Bell. Alcxa 126 Bdl, Shahna-Maric 127 Bell Tower Music 57 Belton, Shantcl 127 Bcltramo, Daphney 127 Bendckovits, Amy 127 Benjamin, Nicole 127 Bennett, Juwan 127 Benson, Wyatt 127 Bento, Jonathan 127 Bcntzcl, Maxine 127 Bcres, Wendell 76 Bcrgjulicaim 127 Berger, Rebecca 127 Berman-Brodsky, Sonya 127 Bermudez, Brandon 127 Berthomicux. Ingrid 127 Bczak, Jonathan 127 Bhat, Maysa 106 Bianjing 127 Bitlcr, Lindsey 100 Black, Antoinette 127,211 Black, Michael 127 Blicharz, Peter 33 Bloomer, Nick 127 Bogie, Jessica 127,220 Bouse ra, Saraluose 128 Booker, Atiba 128 Booth, Stephany 128 Borris, Alexandra 128 Bowe, Katie 128 Bowie, Tatiana 128 Bowman, Jessica 128 Boyer, Megan 83 Boyle, Shannon 128 Brabazon, Jessica 128 Brady, Amanda 128 Brady, Tom 17 Brantley, Brittany 128 Braun, Jonathan 128 Braxton, Nydia 128 Bray, Adam 78 Brcincr, Jessica 27 Breslin.John 128 Briggs, Emma 128 Brindisi, Alyssa 146 Bristow Jr., Edward 128 Brizucla, Amanda 128 Btizuela, Eric 128 Broadnax, Robyn 128 Brown, Alexsia 128 Brown, Allyson 46 Brown. Amy 129, 196 Brown, Casey 129 Brown, Christine 129 Brown, Jeremy 129 Brown, Levi 70 Brown, Rateska 87 Bruce, Simone 129 Bryan, I .aura 129 Bryant, Russell 129 Buckman, Thomas 129 Budcbstcin, Benjamin 209 Buell, Jennifer 129 Burggraf, Michael 219 Burkert, Klyse 81 Burkhardi, Alexis 129 Burns, Katie 129 Buriy, Nicole 129 Burton, Bianca 129 Busza, Michael 131 Butkus, Emily 129 Butsko, Daniel 116 Butler, Kris 129 Bvrd, Martina 129 p Caccrcs, Katherine 129 Cafaro, Danielle 129 Cagila, Amelia 129 Calta, Taylor 254 Gamagna, Luke 129,217 Cameron, Reyna 132 Caponegro, Blaze 70 Gapriglionc, Vanessa 132 Carcanio, Jinccn 132,217, 254 Cardoza, Tonya 87 Caidullo, Amber 132 Cardwell, Katie 132,207 Carlin, Scan 122 Carman, Darryn 132 Carmona, Danicla 18 Carr, Kinalic 132 Carroll, Alexa 132 Carroll, Patrick 132 Carson, Kelsey 132 Carter, Brianna 132 Carter, Kandcs 132 Carter, Kimberly 132 Carter, Rachel 132 Case, Austin 155 Cautilli, Gina 132 Cavalcantc, Zachary 132 Cave, Diana 132 Cclcstin, Ashley 132 Ccnaticinpo, Joseph 132 Cenninara, Kristina 132 Chalmus. Tiffany 133 Chan, Kevin 133 Chapman, Robert 133 Chaudhary, Nabila 133 Chemidlin, Kevin 110 Cherry Crusade 100 Chhiev, Kathleen 133 Cl ling, Jan ny 133 Choma, Yuri 133 Chopp, Lawrence 133 Christopher,John 70 Chung, Kimbedy 133, 2(M) Ciccarclli. Haley 133 Cipar, Samantha 133 Clarhaut, Brian 76 Clark, Candace 133 Claik, Rachael 88 Clarke, Allison 133 Clawson, Kelly 133 Clcmcnti, Michael 133 Clemons, Quyasia 133 Clinton, Chanel 133, 196,222 Close, Hannah 133 Coaxum, Verishia 46 Coccitti, Joseph 133 Cohen, Kayla 133 Cole, Cierra 134 Coleman, Hollis 93 Coley, Aneesah 134 Collins, Latisha 134 Colon, Anthony 134 Colston, Brandon 134 Comissiong, Sydney 134,216 Coney, Nicole 134 Conley, NVayne 90 Connor, Ashley 134 Contino, Joseph 134 Cooper, Jessica 134 Cooper, Trevor 134,1% Cooperstein, Joshua 134 Corrigan, Kelly 134 Costigan, I auren 134. 206 Coughlan, Chris 101 Covington, Danielle 134 Coward, Randi 134 ( owen, Catherine 134 Coyne, Susan 48 Craig, Matthew 33 Cramer, Kristopher 134 Cranney, Joey 187 Crawford, T. Antliony 134 Crcnsl law Johnson, Taalidccni 134 Cross, Allison 135 Cross Country 77, 78 Crossen, Gregor)- 135 Ctosslcy, Cameron 135,214 Cruz, Christian 135 Cui, Peng 135 Cummings, George 65 Cummings, Will 84 Curran, Alison 135 Curran, Jayne 135 Curry, Brendan 135 Cutler, Janca 135 Cwyk, Emily 135 Czemiakowski, Michael 29 D’oiazio, Celeste 135 Daher, Rhonda 36 Dalcc, Stephanie 43 Dal.simcr, Olivia 196 Dancey, Christine 135 Dang, Tina 135 Danko, Lauren 135 Dartnell. Ryan 82 Dansliy I .aura 135 Dautrich, Tyler 135 David, Diana 255 Davis, Asha 135 Davis, Dane 135 Davis, Denicshia 93 Davis, Najah 135 Davis, Shontac 135 I )aviston, Sydney 136 Dean, Zoc 136 Decillis, Jennifer 136 DeCosey, Quenton 84 DcDominici, Brian 83 Degnan, Kelsey 136 Del Vccchio, Tess 136 Delbove, Jennifer 136 Deleon, Geena 136 Deliee, Shyneika 136 Dello Buono. Olivia 136 Delta Phi Epsilon 20 Delta Zeta 103 Dematteo, Jacqueline 136 Demeno, Brittanic 136 Deneal, Brittney 136 Deng, Lianghong 255 Dennis, Zevenia 136 Deno. Amanda 136 Denton, Katliryn 136 Depass, Gennic 136, 196 Desanto,John 136 Dcshlcr, Lauren 136 Dcstin, Cedric 136 Detky, April 136 Dever, Dana 137 Devon. Kayla 137 Devoy, Ashley 137 Devoy, Catherine 137 Dharia.Jtigal 206 Di Grazia, Benjamin 137 Diamond, Chanae 137 Diamond Marching Band 18,97 Dian, Adam 9-4 IWiartolomeo,Jennifer 40. 110, 137 Dibcllo, Dante 137 Dibello, Samantha 137 Dickisson, Matthew 137 Dicrosta, Gabricllc 137 Didtira, Marta 137 Dietz, Jacob 137 Difahio, Frances 137 DigCOrge, Samantha 137 DiLca,TJ. 84 Dilcllo, Patrick 18 Dillon, Catherine 137 Dock, Samantha 137,20-t Dodd, Nailah 137 Dolnick, Jennifer 137 Domfeh, Akosua 137 Donahue, Ryan 140 Donaldson, Falyn 140 Donohue, Jacqueline 140 Dorsey, Dia 140 Dougherty, Courtney 140 Dougherty, Kevin 140 Downey, Aysha 140 Dreyfus, Michael 140 Dmtarovsky. Holly 140 Dry den, Amanda 140 Dubinchik, Anetta 140 I hibrow, Jenna 93 I hichcinc, Saginc 255 Dugan,Jcirrcy 140 Duncan, Derrick 140,204,254 Dunn, Lauren 140 Dunn, Nicole 140 Duong, Richard 140 Dupnik, Gina 17 Dusenbury, Stacey 140,207 Duyilc. Avodelc 140,222 Dwamena, Stephen 140 Dye, Haylcy 140 _S Eccleston, Jason 141 Ivdgefield. Krystal 141 Fxl wards, I anvcc 141 Edwards, Marjani 47 Fasenhart. Phillip 141 Elabcd, I leba 141 Eliasonjr., Ivdward 141 Elnaggar, Gregg 40 Elnagger, Rhonda 105 Ennncr, Michael 141 Eskridge, Jessica 10-4 Ivsmail, Saphir 20 Ivstangcl, Ivdlor 1 -11 Evertt-Bcy, Amcrrah 141 Fairbanks. Tiffany 141,213 Falcone, Nina 89 Falodc, Oyckamni 111 Faraklas. Angela 141 Fares, Marsa 141 Farighi, Alias 141 Fasanya, Crystal 141 Faust, 1-ondon 141 Fcistinan. Gregg 40 Frith, Ashley 141 Fell, Nicolas 141 Felton, Britney 141 Fenstemiaker, Nicole 141 Feo, Joshua 142 Ferguson, Danielle 142 Fernando, Glenn 142 Ferraro. Christopher 142 Ferris, Gregory 142 Field Hockey 80 Finley, Jessica 142 Flore, Amy 142 Fisher, Maureen 113 Fitzgerald, Fcyonda 84 Fitzpatrick, Jalcn 70 Fleming, Tosha 142 Ford, Samira 142 Farm an, Brandon 142 Forte, Glenn 142 Foster, Alexandria 142 Fbster-Iivingston, Davca 142 Foust. Eryn 142 Fowler. Kayla 142 Frabizzio, I-auren 142 Francis, Allison 196 Francois, Judy 143 Franklin. Brandon 143 Franklin, Cree 143 Fraser. Benjamin 143 Fraser. Elizabeth 143 Fraser, Noelle 143 Frazier, Angelique 143 Frazier, Chanel 143 FVcin, Kelly 143 Fricse, Douglas 97 French, Airel 143 Fricsc, Douglas 143 Fronden, Lily 27 Fry, Haley 143 Fry, Megan 111 Fucsler, Sarah 143 Fuller, Marissa 255 Gabel, I aura 143 Gadsden, Chercllc 143 Galati, Gabriclla 143 Caliber, Sonia 143 Gampon, Melanie Roxanne 143 Gancs, Bakcer 81 Garbarino. Arielle 143 Garcia, Bianca 143 Garcia, Isabel 144 Gardner. Shani 144 Gareca, Nicholas 22 Gargon, Elizabeth 144 Gamer, Kelsey 144 Garrett, Lawrence 14-1 Garrison, Meghan 144 Gaston, Jennifer 144, 202 Gaston, Jonathan 144,202 Gaston, Kenya 93 Gaienby, Margot 144 Gauone, Nicole 144 Gavlishin. Olga 144 Gayle. Zadian 14-1 Gayman, Jennifer 144 Gayinon-Swcet, Danycl 144, 209 Gaymond, Isaiah 109, 163 Gaymond, Samuel 163 Gdovin, Sarac 144 Gclbund. Andrew 144 Gentner, Alexander 196 Gcpty, Christine 144 Gcsnerjr., Gcdcus 144 Getachcw, Sara 14-1 GctzofT, Eric 144 Ghandor, Abanoub 145 Ghandy. Karen 145 Ghazali, Abi 145 Gibson, Tiffany 145 Gibson, Zachary 145,210,254 Gilbert, Karicy 145 Gindoff. Rachel 145 Givnish, Grace 145 Glah, Kelly 145 Glander, Kira 145 Glickstein, Ali 145 Glogowski, Michall 12 Glover. Najawa 145 Gluck, Paul 65 Gobah, Glorai 145 Goldberg, Jeremy 11 Golden, A1 70 Goldsmith, Tycisha 145 Goldstein, Aimcc 145 Goldsworthy, Taylor 145 Golf 72 Golphin, Sabrina 145 Gomez, Cien a 145, 212 Gomez, Natalie 145 Goodalc, Jessica 51 Goodman, Anya 145 Goodwin, Ashley 148, 202 (Jordon, Jessica 148 Graham, Alyssa 148 Gramlich. Susan 45 Granger, Clinton 70 Graves, Courtney 148 Gray.Jorgedana 148 Graybeal, Christian 148 Greaves, Shanice 148 Grebe, David 148 Green. Meghan 27 Green, Sabrina 148 Green, Xavier 148 Greene,Jalcn 148 Greene, Priscilla 148 Grevious, Candice 148 Griffis, Donna 148 Griffith, Erin 148 Griffiths, Shelby 148 Grob, Rachel 148,208 Gross,Julian 40 Gross, I aura 148 Gross. Paige 80 Grothousc, Erin 148 Grow, Kenneth 149 Gutierrez, Jazminc 149 Guynn, Nicole 149 Guyton, Dorian 149 Guzman, Taija-Rac 149 Ha, Nhung 149 I lames. Evan 149, 218 I iairston, Taylor 149 Hamer, Derek 149 Hamilton, Shane 149,201 Hamlctt, Monique 149 I lamm, Cornelius 149 Han, Noel 149 Hanlon, Kevin 36 Hansen, I isa 149 Fianson, Ryan 149 Hardy, Candace 149 Harp, Charles 149 I larjxrr, Steve 149 Harr, Rachel 149 Harris, Hilary 149 Harris, Jilian 51 Harris, Melvin 150 Harris, Miriam 109 Hartcy, Rcbcca 150 I lartigan, Meghan 150 1 lartsfield-Jarm, Taylor 150 Hasan, Adam 93 I laugh, Shannon 150 Hawthorn, Ryan 150 Hayes, Taylor 150 Henderson, James 150 Henry, Felicia 150 Herbst, Cody 45 Hettinger, James 150 Hinds, Tamara 150 I lines Jr., Stanley 150 I linnant, Jasmin 150 Hinton, Taja 150 Ho, Joseph 93 1 lochstetler, Joshua 1,50 1 lockcnbcrry, Matthew 91 1 lofTcr, Courtney 150 Hollinger, Jacob 102 Ilollis-Jcffcrson, Rahlir 84 lloltjc.John 150 I lolub, Kari 150 Hong, Jenny 150 Hootathon 113 I lopkins, Olivia 17 Houch, Valerie 150 Houston, Aquin 151 I Irubcova. Sarka 151 Huang. Daudan 151 Huang, Jichong 151 Huang, Meng 151 Hudak, Timothy 151 Huggins, Brett 151 Hughes, Natosha 151 II uhn, Michael 151 Hunt, Allison 151 Hunt, Iaurcn 80 Hunter, Katie 151 Hurley, Ariel 151 Hurley, Emily 151 Hutizig,Cady 151 I lutchinson, Morgan 151 Huynh, Mai 151 I Iwang, Sharon 151 Hylton, Simone 151 ' • 1 lannelli, Jerry 187 Iaicsta,John 151 Ibrahim, I Ianin 151 International Students Association 20 Isaac, Damon 200 Isaac, Jessica 201 Islam, Teriqul 45 I very Dcnzcll 152 I .ewski, Alex 78 Jackman, Izuivina 152 Jackson, Dewon 199 Jackson. Kendall 152 Jackson,'Hana 152 Jakubenas, Aidas 152 Jalloh, Abu 152 Jamal, Eric 109 James, Ebony 152 Jamison, Brent 152 Jarjous, Bazz 13 JaroflT, Beter 65 Jarsocrak. Samantha 152 Jean, Alexandra 152 Jeffers, Patricia 152 JefTcrson. Jacqueline 152 Jiang, Cuiying 152 Jiang, lisa 152 Johnson, Ant wain 152 Johnson, Brianna 152 Johnson, Dayonna 152 Johnson, Dominique 152, 255 Johnson, Jalene 152 Johnson, Jaslyn 152 Johnson, Jasmine 153 Johnson, Kanesha 153 Johnson. Kendra 153 Johnson, Ryan 153 Johnson-Walker, Joie 153,163,170 Johnston, Matthew 153 JoncsJamilla 153 Jones, Jessica 153 Jones, Layla 61 Jones, Sara 153 Jones, Shaneka 153 Jordan, Marie 110 Joseph, Tina 153 JoyJccna 153 June, Casey 153 Kaeyon, Matt 93 Kaighn, Christopher 153 Kain. Brianna 153 Kallay, Alimamy 93 Kama). Arif 153 Kamhia, I lomani 153 Kammerrr, Kristen 153, 222 Kane, Bavc 153 Karabulut, Aram 153 Karasin, Jamie 156 Karic, Megan 156 Karriem, Asia 156 Katz, Mitchell 254 Kaur, Amandeep, 156 Kaur, Gurdeep 156 Karina, Dina 77 Kavafes, Kevin 156 Kecnoy. Christopher 156 Keft, Alexandra 88 Kellar, Will 78 Kelly, Ashley 156 Kennedy, Thanita 156 Kenneh, Britny Isatta 156 Kent, Jordan 156 Kenyatta, Malcolm 108 Kermati, Khatereh 156 Kcrstcitcr, Britta 156 Klia, Riza 156 Khan, Alexandra 88 Khan, Navron 156 Klnm, Sylvia 156 Kilbride, Marianne 156 Kim, A. Young 156 Kimble, Taylor 157 Kiocho, Kristolfcr 157, 215 Kirk, Alyssa 75 Kiska, lindsey 157 Kling, Whitney 157 Kmetz, Molly 17 Knauss, Eric 157 Knoll. Mike 67 Kocsi, Klizalx-th 157 Kocri ler, Chelsea 36, 170 KofTs, Remi 157 Kohr, Kandance 157 Kolakoski, Amy 157 Koniewicz. Amanda 157 Kopylov, Boris 157 Koshy, Ajila 157 Kostoroski, Christine 157 Kotlyar, Konstantin 157 Kozvrski. Nicholas 157 Kramer, Ashley 157 Krautcr, Gretciten 157 Kraynik, Sarah 157 Krol, Adam 17,157 Krommes, Michelle 157,208 Krostek, Jaclyn 158 Kmm, liOgan 255 Kruse, Jennifer 158 Kuchcruk, Kateryna 158 Kuchn, Ryan 94 Kuhar, Samantha 158 Kuhn, Adam 158 Kuhns, I Ialcy 29 Kulczycki, Anna 158 Kupperstein, .Joshua 158,218 Kwon.Sacmina 158 1 , Julian 158 La, Wendy 158 Lacy, Marisa 158 Lagana. Kathryn 202 I .aguerre, Shawn 158 Lana, Myinema 15 Landi, 'liana 158 tandis, Bryan 158 I Kingston, Andrea 158 tapslcy Courtney 158 I-a Roche, Kiersten 93 tau, Wing Chun 158 tavy April 158 tawrencc, Aml cr 158 taws, Latifah 159 ta, Marissa 159 taadcr, Samantlia 196 Lee, Anthony 84 I x c, Bo 159 Lee, Cliloc 159 tac, Raymond 159 tacs, Julia 159 I jcoi iova, Maria 159 lx Spada, Jordan 29 Lester, lyana 159 taung, James 159 Ix'vison, Aaron 57 Ijevinson, Jason 159 ta'wis.Jamie 159 Lewis, Malikali 159 tawis, Portia 159 I.herisson, Nathalie 159 Ii.Jiajia 159 Liang, Yi Yin 159 Lile� Eni 159 Lin, Hengyu 159 Lin,Jie 159 Lindemait, Stephen 82 Iinkstrom, Kristen 159 Liolios, Chrisoula 160 Lispi,Nina 160 Litzinger, Miranda 88 Iiu, Molly 160 I iu, Xiao 160 Locklear, Brian 160 tagan, Haley 160 Logan-VV tson, Khadijalt 160 Loh, Sim 160 tang, Alex 36 Lopez, Camilo 160 taro, Jacqueline 160 I xiwc, Chclscy 160 Lowery, Patric k 160 tawry, Rachel 160 Lucan, Chloc 160 takas, Margaret 160 I xnntayi, Sylva-Gracia 160 tandy, Teresa 160 Lynch, Stephanie 160 Lynd, Christine 160 Ma, Alexander 102 Majic 160 Maccie, Ryan 161 Mackay, Joseph 161 Mackey, Ryan 161 Macwilliams, David 76 Madonko, Xonhlanhla 199 Maguire, Laura 217 Mali, Rebecca 161.196 Mahida. Jennifer 161 Mahon, Megan 161 Mahoney, Travis 78 Mai.Joncy 161 Main Campus Program Board 13,114 Malavc.Julicc 161 Malkemes, Bethann 161 Malone, Amber 161 Manfredi, Richard 161 Manion, Kaitlin 17,146 Mann, John 161 Manning, Candy 161 Marad, Amanprect 161 Maiusigan, Nadine Alexis 161 Marcos, Roma 161 Manias, Marigo 161 Margavage, Lisa 161 Margctich, Amber 161 Marrajim 40 Marrero, Bianea 161 Marsden, Alexa 164 Martcrclla, Chelsea 164 Martin. Bruce 164 Martin, David 164 Martinelli, Jared 76 Martinez, Thomas 164 Marton, Emily 164 Mart , Sienna 164 Mason, Martese 164 Matakevich, Tyler 70 Matautia. Gabriclla 81 Matezak, Sandy 161 Mathew, Maju 164 Matthews, Brandon 72 Matlonbieh, Shirecn 164 Manro. Stephen 77 Maxson, Kimberly 164 Maydel, Lina 161 MeAndrew, Rebecca 91 McBride, Christopher 164 McCall, Michael 164 McCartney, Gaclcn 113 McClendon, Donioniquc 164 McCloskcy, John 161 McCrudden, Kailcy 51 McCurry, Teonna 164 McDonald, Michael 164 McDonnell, Brian 164 McGee, Alexander 165 MeGottigan. Kelly 165 McGlade, Shawn 165 MeGlynn, Ashley 165 McGuire, Kelly 165,207 McGuire. Michacla 165 Mclncmeyjohn 165 Mclvcr, Brianna 165 McKalc, Nicole 165 McKcndrick, Taneisha 165 McLay, Jacqueline 165 McLeod, Lindsay 165 McNamara. Colleen 58 McNichols. Melissa 165 McQueen, tatasha 165 McRae, James 165 MeSurdy, Kaidyn 93 MeTamney Molly 165 Mcadath. Brock 165 Media Meltdown Productions 105 Medina, Sonia 165 Mehta, Abhishek 165 Mci, Qixia 165 Mejia, Katherine 166 Mde, Madelena 166 Mcltzcr, Max 166 Mcma, tami 166 Mendoza, Daniel 102 Men’s Baseball 94, 95 Men’s Basketball 84, 85 Men’s Crew 82 Men’s Gymnastics 90 Men’s Tennis 76 Mcriclc, Ashlcc 166 Mikus, Jennifer 166 Miller, lan 36 Miller, Morgan 166 Miller, Morgan V 166 Mills, Brendan 254 Mills. Kristen 33 Mintzer, Joanna 166 Miranda, Chelsic 166 Mitchell, Chad 166 Mitchell, Christopher 166 Mitnick, Amanda 166 Miziorko, Gregory 166 Mizsei. Adelmar 166 Mobley Eric 78 Moer, Lindsey 166 Mold, Ryan 166 Mol ko, Angela 166 Monteiro, Margaret 166 Mon toni, Angela 166 Montrose, Chamal 88 Moody, Cherisc 167 Moon, Precious 167 Moore, Andrew 167 Moore, Sophiann 51 Morachimo. Pablo 167 Morgan, Gregory 167 Morgan, Tasia 108, 167, 196 Moritz, John 122 Morris, Marianna 167 Morris, Regina 167 Morris. Sieve 167 Morris,'Lara 42,167 Morrow, Scan 167 Morton, Jennifer 167 Mosarla, Rantya 167 Moser, Tyler 196 Mosley, Shalonda 167 Moss-Wilkerson, Bria 167 Moyer, Nicole 167 Muglial, Yasir 167 Muhammad, Khadijah 167 Muhammad, Sakinah 167 Mullen, Christopher J. 167 Mullin, Ashley 168 Mumbaucr, Jeffrey 168 Murillo, Anais 168 Murphy, Kathryn 168 Murray Lindsey 254 Muirow.John 168 Musumcci, Joseph 168 Muzzillo, Elisa 168 Myers, Alyssa 168 Nagy, Scan 168 Nakitto. Ketty 168 Nanakassc, Kadidja 168 Nardolilli, Anne 168 Nataraj, Cliaiira 168 National Council of Negro Women 104 Nave, Robert 168 Naylor, Chris 62 Naylor, Karen 62 Naylor. I .aura 63 Naylor, Tim 62 Nderitu, Mercy 168 Neill, Molly 168 Neill, Peter 168 Nelson, Tenee 168 NcsticO, Connie 168 Newar, Samcr 168 Newsome, Luke 221 Nguyen, Ammy 169 Nguyen, Anna 169 Nguyen, Man 169 Nguyen,Jennifer 60, 146 Nguyen, Mark 169 Nguyen, Mary 169 Nguyen, Thao 169 Nguyen, Viet 169 Nicolosi, Jenna 169 Nicolosi, Samantha 169 Nines, Gary 66 Noble, Melissa 169 Nocita, Kristina 169 Nunez-Luna, Sylmaric 169, 203 Nuriddinov, Jaloliddin 169 Nussaumc, Anais 77 Noyes, Nicholas 205 O'Brien,Jake 84 O'Brien. Katie 27 O’Connor, Seamus 75 O’herrick. Samuel 169 Obadiaru, Ifucko 169 Ohacgbulani, Blessing 169 Oka pal, Dave 178 O’Hearn, Kyle 107 O’Neill, Amy 29 Oliver, Censha 169 Omckam, Vincent 169 Operation Smile 106 Opitz, Ian 169 Oros, Khrystyna 33 Orth, Daniel 169 Osuala, Victoria 172 O’Toole, Karly 75 Otte, Kevin 65 Pache, Juliana 172 Page, Connor 100 Pagliaccctti, Alyssa 172 Pajccka, Monika 172 Pakhayuk, Inna 172 Palic. Mary Beth 55 Palmer, Catherine 172 Palmer, Debbie 172 Pandya, Priyanka 172 Papacostas, Maria 93 Parks, Kavlah 172 Pascuod, Dean 172 Raster, Jennifer 172 Pasquale, Stephanie 73 Patel. Bhavi 172 Patel, Dipant 172 Patel, Manthan 172 Patel, Milan 172 Patel, Mohit 172 Patel, Neena 172 Patel, Pratik 36 Petrovich, Tyler 210 Patterson, Kivonnah 172 Pavone. Anna 78 Payes, Jasmine 18 Pelikan, Andriy 172 Pen, Chorn 172 Penney, Madalainc 173 Pensyl, Dylan 93 Peoples, Stephanie 15 Pepper, Dalton 84 Perillo, Anthony 173 Pcrginc, Sarah 48 Perkins, Brian 82 Perry, Jasmine 173 Ferseponko, Airycllc 173 Pesantez, Daharis 173 Peter, Christopher 173 Peterson, Patrick 94 Petrovich, Tyler 173 Pfau, Jessica 173 Pfistcr, William 173 Phillips, I Jndsay 173 Phillips. Takiya 173 Piccolo, Frank 173 Pichardo, Ana 173 Pichto, Sivon 173 Pickett, Gal ricl 93 Pierre, Roscndlc 173 Pierson, Meghan 173 Pilawsky, Jennifer 173 Pileggi, Vanessa 173 Pintoz .i. (Christopher 173 Pittman, Racanna 173 Pizarro, Crystal 174 Master, Andrew 174 Matt. Bmec 174 Fohl, Kimberly 174 Poland, Jennifer 174 Polzer, Ryan 174 Ponton, Felicia 174 Popoflf, Christopher 174 Pospicck, Justin 174 Potts, Briuani 174, 213,254 Powers, Amanda 174 Prak. I larry 174 Prak, Kalianc 174 Prater, Nia 174,196,254 Prezioso, Sarah 73.201 Price, Valerie 174 Proud, Kevin 174 Prybutok, Evan 76 Pupin, Andriy 174 Qi, Xinda 174 Quasmieh, Danah 174 Quiles, Oquenia 174 Quinn, Brian 72 Quinn, Erin 72 RafT, Scott 175 Raja, Reham 175 Ranck, Adrianne 175 Randall, Scootic 84 Kami, Priyanka 175 Rasmussen,Jacob 175 Rasmussen, Kaja 175 Raspa, Liza 175,196 Rcdisch, Hillary 175 Redko. Oksana 117 Reed, Chelsea Mae 57, 175 Rcichard, I-aura 175, 209 Rcichardt, Steven 175 Rcil, Maxwell 175 Reilly, Connor 70 Reilly, Jessica 175 Reilly, Kaitlin 175 Reis, Caitlin 175 Reitz, Steven 254 Repak, Christopher 175 •4t Reyes, Sarah 175 Rhcc, Kyung I la 175 Rhulc, Matt 18,70 Richards, Takesha 175 Rieotia, NicJiolas 176 Riley, Nicole 176 Rivera, Tanairi 176 Robey, Anthony 70 Robinson, Danila 176 Robinson. Taylor 87 Roche, Andrew 176 Rodriguez, Heather 176 Rodriguez, Jamie 176 Rodriguez, Melanie 176 Rogoshewski, Deven 176 Rosen. Bonnie 89 Rotzal, Alexander 176 Rudy, Brooks 176 Runisey, Mindy 176 Runnelk Victoria 176 Rush,Jeff 66 Rushworth, Amanda 176, 207 Russell. Krysten 176 Rutter, Sarah 176 Ryan, Caitlin 176 Sadadiwala, Dincl 176 Saeed, Firrah 176 Sagel, Robert 76 Salmis, Kimberly 176 Sailer. Alison 177 Sakarcan, Sinem 177 Salanik. Elaine 177 Saleh, Haida 177 Sales, Renita 177 Salvatore, Michelle 177 Salvina, Michael 177 Samuel Jr., Anthony 177 Sanchez, Angelina 177 Sanchez, Rousan 177 Sanchez. Miccl 53 Sander, John 177 Sandig, Carl 177 Sanford. Kelly 177 Sanon, Kimberly 177 Santos, Caitlin 58 Santos, Jenny 177 Sapp. Andre 29 Sapp, Kara 177 Schaeffer, Elizabeth 177 Schaffer. Jenna 177 Schaeffer, Kate 15 Sclianz, April 177 Schenk, Levi 177 Schilling, Emily 180, 199 Schmid, Henry 180 Schneider, Madclainc 180 Schneider, Megan 93 Schnellcr, Megan 180 Schumm, Elizabeth 180 Schwartz, Natan 180 Schwitters, Brian 180 Sckula, Christopher 180 Sellers, Madison 180 Scminack, Thomas 180 Sequin, Sarah 53 Scrabo, Allison 180 Scrafmc, Reanna 180,212 Sesay, .aina 105 Scssoms, Bethanie 180 Shand, Nia 51 Shah, Khyati 180 Shaji, Abhilash 180 Shanks, Raul 180 Shaw. Latoya 180 Shearer, Mandi 80 Sheehan, Thomas 180 Shell, Imani 93 Shenawi, Sarah 180 Sheppard, Jessica 180 Shoemaker, Elilily 103 Shout, Meghan 181 Sibanda, Lisa 181 Siegmann, Christopher 181 Sifoni, Marco 181 Silo, Anilda 181 Silver, Jennifer 181 Silver, IJndsay 181 Silvera, Sashaim 181 Silverman, Jena 181 Simmonds, Lianna 181 Sims. Samuel 181 Singh, Amaijit 181 Singli, Baljindcr 181 Singh, Gagandeep 181 Sitoski, Caitlyn 181,216 Ski bicki, Monica 181 Slack, Rachel 181 Sladck, Tommy 65 Smiley Christina 181 Smilowitz, Kelly 181 Smith, Brandon 181 Smith, Jayana 182 Smith, Karen 182 Smith, Kathleen G. 182 Smith, Marquis 182 Smith, Melanie 182 Smith. Melvin 182 Smith, Monica 182 Smith, Nicole 42 Smith, l aris 182 Smith, l atricia D. 182 Smith, Serena 182 Smith, Taylor 182 Smith. Valerie 182 Smith Grzybowski, Rebecca 48 Snell, Alexandra 29 Snyder, James 78 Snyder, Matthew 94 Society of Human Resource Management 107 Softball 73 Soil, Nicole 182 Solomin, Corey 182 Solomon, Tia 182 Son, Sen iigwan 182 Son, Sophea 182 Souprountchouk, Valentina 182 Soyemi, Adetokunboh 182 Spedding, Clinton 182 Spellman. Samantha 183,1% Sport and Governance Association 111 St. Fleur, Bionca 93 Stachurski, Bartosz 183 Stain, Nikita 183 Stanton, Rachel 183 Staudt, Jonathan 183 Stavarski, Julie 183 Steiningcr, Melissa 65 Stella, Jackie 183 Stewart, Ashleigh 183 Stock, Katerina 183 Stonchill Jr. David 183 Straughn, Kelly 183 Streeter, Taleen 183 Striplet, Rebecca 183 Strobele, Mariali 183 Stmgger, Sara 183 Strzaika, Alyssa 110 Student Athlete Advisory Committee 115 Stuhl, Angclisc 183 Suarez, Alcjandra 183 Suduc, Jessica 183 Sullivan, Armando 183 Sullivan, Mallory 183 Sullivan, Scan 184 Swalmjean 184 Sweeney, Kiernan 184 Sweeney, Kristen 184 Sweeney, Nora 184 Sweet, Jaime 131 Sweitzer, I lannah 184 Sybrandy, Lorraine 181 Sydoryak, Marta 184 Szablya. Elizabeth 184 Szczcpanck, Caroline 17 t Taing, Alexander 184 Tagland,Josh 76 Tan, Xinyi 184 Tchamotis, Manucla 20 Temple Ad Club 116 Temple Bboys 102 Temple Slavic Association 112 Temple Student Government 13 Temple University Chemistry Society 20 Thayer, Andrew 254 Theobald, Neil 55, 122 Them, Karicnc 184 Thibodeau, Brian 184 'Hues, Jeffrey 18-1 Thomas, Abigail 181 Thomas, Ancy 18-1 Thomas, Beverly 18 1 Hiomas, Courtney 184 Thomas, Nevin 184 Thomas, Relxxca 184,205 Thurston. Ryan 215 Ticrnanjill 185 Tischncr. Michael 185 Tolliver, Faith 185 Tomaszewski, Frauds 185 Track Field 92, 93 Tram, Barhnhan 185 Tran, Alex 185 Tran, Cindy 185 Tran, Trang 185 Tran, Victor 185 Transue, Mark 185 Treglown, Michael 185, 223 Trimble, Jonathan 185,206 Trindlc, Claim 185 Trinh, Elizabeth 185 Trost, William 185 Truehcart, Ravcn-Symone 185 Trusdcll, Case - 185 Tryba, Aslilcy 185 Tsegai, Suza 185 Tuozzo, Zachary 185,196 Tii rilina, Galina 188 Turner, I leather 188 Tu r roll', Fred 90 Ukrainian Student Society 117 Unger. Brittany 188 Urban, Reljecca 188 Urbany, Scan 188 Urdaneta, Carla 65 V'accaro, Ryan 188 Valenson, Megan 188 Valentine, Gregory 188 Valslitcin, Timothy 188 Vandemark, Pamela 188 Vasconez, I In nan 74 Vasquez, MarieDe 188 Vaync, Allison 255 Vera, Michael 188 ViIIccco, Gina 254 Vo. Elizabeth 188 Vogler. Monica 188 Vollmcr, Zoe 188 VVackcr, Christina 188 VVagler. Karen 188 Walker. Amanda 188 Walker, Quincy 188 Walker, Shytia 188 Walter, Sarah 189 Wang, Calvin 189 Wang, Hsing-Ju 189 Washburn, Rebecca 189 Washburn, Victoria 189 Watson, Aaron 78 Watson, Charles 189 Watson, Jacqueline 189 Watson, Steven 189 Weaver, George 189 Webster, Ebony 189 Weeks, Latoya 189 Wehr, Elcana 17,61,189 Weichel, Erik 189 Wcigand, Rose 214 Weinficld, Joshua 189 Weintraub, Jaime 189 W'eitzmann, Tiffany 40 Welfare-Brown, Eliza 189 W'clls, Dominique 189 Welsh. Dominique 189 W'enger, Ashley 189 West, Gloria 189 West, Tessa 190 Wheeler, Ryan 94 White, Brooklin 115 White, Gavin 82 While, Kylie 190 White, Nicholas 102 White, Patricia 190 Whitfield, Regina 190 Wicczorck, Mark 8-1 Wicgand, Daria 190 Williams, Asia 190,220 Williams, Brendan 90, 190 Williams, Chris 22 Williams, Cynthia 190 Williams. Danielle 190 Willaims, Jamal 93 Williams, Jeanette 190 Williams, Jessica 190 Williams, I ar Honda 190 Williams, Mark 84 Williams, Nesliae 190 Williams, Paris 190 Wilson, Brian 190 Wilson, Rriana 190 Wilson, Calvin 221 Wilson, I Icrman 190 Wilson, Kim 40 Wilson, Kirk 190 Winkowski, Lauren 190 Witherspoon, Kamika 108 Wolf, Alexandra 190 Wolfe, Kara 221 Women’s Basketball 86, 87 Women’s Fencing 88 Women’s Gymnastics 91 Women’s Lacrosse 89 Women’s Rowing 48, 83 Women’s Soccer 75 Women’s Tennis 77 Women’s Volleyball 81 Wood. Brec 191 Wood.Janinc 191 Woodbury. Roudaya 191 Woods, Shane 191 Woolf, Rich 191 Wright, Jasmine 191 Wu, Rmgcheng 45 Wynn, Leigh 191 Wynn, Olivia 88 Yapis, Engin 191 Yarborough, Elijah 191 Yarde, Brandon 191 Ycrkov, Michael 191 Young, AJ 139 Young. Shydia 191 Younger, Laura 191 Yousscf. Nicholas 29 Xaluski, Iaurcn 191 Zamorski, Teresa 191 Zanina, Victoria 191 Zargan, Emily 254 Zcanbo, William 191 Zcbley, Justin 191 Zcsotarski, Christina 191 Zhang. Benjamin He 191 Zhang. Yuanxin 192 Zheng, Lili 192 Ziccardi, Marisa 192 Zimmaro, Rachel 192 Zou, Kevin 192 Zuria. Maria 192 Lindsey Murray Managing Editor Brittani Potts Editor-in-Chief Brendan Mills Art Director Jineen Carcamo Marketing Directo Nia Prater Copy Editor Emily Zargan Senior Designer Steven Reitz Photo Editor Andrew Thayer Senior Photographer Zachary Gibson Senior Designer Derrick Duncan Website Editor Letter from the Editor: Being Editor-in-Chicf of the Templar Annual Yearbook for the past two years Iras really inspired me to truly celebrate the present and remember the past. Not only have I tried to create my own sacred memories here, but I have also had the opportunity to help share other students’ memories, so they can also remember and reminisce about their lime hen at Temple 50 years down the road. I have been motivated and encouraged by every student 1 met and have come to realize dial there is always a story to tell and moments to lx captured. And in these, there is always so much more to learn alx m Temple itself and the students who roam campus every day. .• s I attend Commencement this year with my cap and gown on, I ho| c to leave lx hind this lxx k, so that students can share stories aixnii crazy times during freshman year, all because a photograph they saw in the lxx k took them back to that one special moment that they' will never forget. I am so lucky ter lx a part of an organization tlrat allows me to interact witli so many great jx oplc that haw made my job as Kditor-in-Chief so significant. With this, I’d like to thank my entire staff this year who have made this Ixxik the best it can be. Countless late nights were spent in the office perfecting page design and editing stories, and 1 appreciate each and every second. I'd also like to thank our adviser John DiCarlo and the test of the Temple community that helped us create and produce this book. I will cherish this edition of Templar Annual for the rest of my life, not only because I had the pleasure of working with others to make it special, Ixit also because I will lx able to tell my family one day about the amazing people I sjx nt three whole years with. 'Iliank you, Temple University for making my college years unforgettable. BRITTANl POriS Dominique Johnson People Editor Diana David Academics Editor Sagine Ducheine Organizations Editor Marissa Fuller Senior Writer Lianghong Deng Multimedia Specialist Alison Vayne Senior Writer Logan Krum Senior Writer ■acouras Walk Temple University’s 2014 Templar Annual Yearbook was primed byjostens Printing and Publishing Company with the help of our representative, Phil Klein. Under the supervision of John DiCarlo, the book was created and produced by 20 student stalf members, along with with many writers and photographers in the Temple community. Senior portraits were done by Prestige Portraits by Iifctouch ami all professional sports photograplis were also provided by Lifctouch. This edition will feature 256 pages, including 63 color pages, and over 1,000 graduating seniors and hundreds of additional students. Pages were created using the Adobe Creative Suite 6.0 on Mac computers and were submitted using Jostens Yearbook Avenue Designer online. CD CD CD CD H-S- define ,Kg i, happy ending. The smdent S-NJt’S essential tturol- forced to come up with plan B. $tU( ents question ™ h“ H'-ned on, U «. g loved ( ' By Rebecca Alpert — r| uch of ihe Vocate fnt$hl se them to took at art merely and encourage their own stivity; participating in jy - and provocative - cla ,m debate about fema’c g might make th'