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Johanna Jarcho at the Temple University Brain Research and Imaging Center
Swipe left or right: New study examines social anxiety in adolescents
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Johanna Jarcho and her team have been awarded over $3.7 million from the National Institute of Mental Health to study social anxiety in adolescents.
February 28, 2024
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At an R1 institution, Temple undergrads lead innovative research
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Temple students are working with top-quality faculty members and gaining valuable research experience as undergraduates.
February 21, 2024
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What makes the Super Bowl so super?
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Temple faculty members Jennifer Freeman and Bryant Simon discuss why the Super Bowl continues to be so super year after year.
February 6, 2024
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Looking for love this Valentine’s Day? Temple professor cautions against using LinkedIn
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Temple professor Dustin Kidd discusses how LinkedIn has emerged as a popular dating app.
January 29, 2024
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Temple stars shine bright at film and television awards
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Alumni claimed Emmy Award, Golden Globe and Oscar nominations in another successful award season.
January 24, 2024
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Not child’s play: Potential risks of smart toys explained
Type: News Story
Two Temple professors warn of the potential hidden dangers that come with smart toys.
November 30, 2023
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Why you won't want to miss Philly's historic November election
Type: News Story
In November's election, voters won't merely fulfill their civic duty; they'll shape Philadelphia's future.
November 1, 2023
Lila Corwin Berman and Rabbi Jill Maderer inside Rodeph Shalom.
Temple partners with neighboring synagogue for citywide dialogue series
Type: News Story
Broad Perspectives sheds light on issues affecting the Jewish community.
October 18, 2023
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What you need to know before watching ‘The Marvels’
Type: News Story
The newest MCU film, out in theaters on Nov. 10, is poised to break barriers and promote diversity in Hollywood.
September 14, 2023
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These 11 Temple University violence reduction programs are enhancing safety in Philadelphia
Type: News Story
Temple has focused on studying violence and developing programs that are making Philadelphia a safer place.
September 14, 2023
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Temple researchers examine patterns of inequality in banned books
Type: News Story
A study of banned books at Temple explores questions of representation.
September 7, 2023
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Barbie’s world: Why the story and marketing of ‘Barbie’ matters
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Temple faculty experts analyze Barbie’s cultural significance.
July 19, 2023
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Who was Oppenheimer? What to know about Christopher Nolan’s new film
Type: News Story
Temple professors Alan McPherson and Bernd Surrow discuss the mysterious subject of Christopher Nolan’s newest film, "Oppenheimer."
July 14, 2023
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Acclaimed Temple psychologist’s new book explores parenting adult children
Type: News Story
World-renowned Temple University psychology expert released a new book about managing relationships with adult children in their 20s and 30s.
July 13, 2023
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What to read and watch to celebrate LGBTQIA+ culture and communities
Type: News Story
Check out these works celebrating LGBTQIA+ culture and communities recommended by Professor Brad Windhauser.
June 21, 2023
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Temple’s Kathy Hirsh-Pasek awarded nearly $20 million from the LEGO Foundation
Type: News Story
The grant will support the study of active playful learning in grades K-4.
June 2, 2023
Andrew Ankamah holding a sign that says ending gun violence.
Temple Made for serving his community: Temple senior is on a mission to end gun violence
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Temple senior Andrew Ankamah uses his passion for activism to help reduce gun violence in communities.
May 25, 2023
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From studying abroad to Fulbright scholar: Temple student lands a teaching role in Spain
Type: News Story
Temple senior Julia Mayro heads to Spain to teach English to elementary and high school students. 
May 18, 2023
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Temple student wins $20,000 McDonald’s USA award to fund community mission
Type: News Story
Andrew Ankamah, a senior at Temple, is an activist for social injustice in education and gun violence.
May 17, 2023
Cameron Barham holding a sign that says Helping Children in need
Inside the mind: Temple senior takes the next step toward his dream career in psychology
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Temple senior Cameron Barham uses his passion for psychology to help people impacted by drug and alcohol addiction.
May 9, 2023
Lila Corwin Berman and Lynn Novick in conversation.
‘The US and the Holocaust’ director Lynn Novick visits Temple for a conversation about antisemitism
Type: News Story
In a new PBS film series, Lynn Novick, a prominent film producer, examines America's response to the Holocaust and draws connections to the current global rise of authoritarianism. Novick's reflections offer important insights into history and responsibility.
May 5, 2023
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The history of Temple University’s Africology and African American Studies Department
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The history of Temple’s Africology and African American Studies Department, the first Black studies department to offer a doctoral program in the U.S.
April 14, 2023
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Temple again recognized as top producer of Fulbrights
Type: News Story
Temple is named one of the top producers of Fulbright recipients.
March 17, 2023
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Temple introduces new porn studies course to expand its sexuality education
Type: News Story
A porn studies course is now offered to undergraduates through the gender, sexuality and women’s studies program.
February 14, 2023
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Temple professor discovers 5,000-year-old silver jewelry in Oman
Type: News Story
The discovery of rare, multicultural artifacts was the first of its kind in the region.
February 7, 2023

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