Community Engagement

Temple hosts tech leaders vying for top prize at Regional Startup World Cup Pitch Competition
Type: News Story
The Philadelphia Department of Commerce held the competition at Temple University’s Mitten Hall.
October 17, 2024
TUDPS hires two new police officers
Type: News Story
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety’s two newest police officers both come with an extensive law enforcement background. 
October 14, 2024
Temple Police Sgt. adopts abandoned dog found on campus
Type: News Story
After a stray dog was found wandering inside the halls of the College of Engineering building, Temple Police Sgt. David Ramos gave him a forever home.
October 8, 2024
An inside look at dignitary protection provided by Temple Police
Type: News Story
The Temple University Police Department protects the Owls—both on campus and at away games.
September 24, 2024
Longtime Temple University security officer named football's honorary captain at home opener
Type: News Story
Temple Security Officer James Adams, a university employee for nearly 40 years, was named honorary captain for the Owls’ home opener on Saturday, Sept. 14.
September 17, 2024
TUDPS hosts a successful ‘Welcome Wagon’ and announces additional events
Type: News Story
Droves of students received free gear at the annual event that is held off campus by Temple University’s Department of Public Safety.
September 10, 2024
A Temple student holding a t-shirt that says vote
Temple Votes receives Highly Established Action Plan Seal
Type: News Story
Nonpartisan initiative Temple Votes has earned the recognition from ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge.
September 4, 2024
Temple professor raises funds for lung cancer patients
Type: News Story
Temple University professor is the founder of Ride Hard Breathe Easy, an organization that seeks to alleviate the suffering of lung cancer patients.
August 22, 2024
TUDPS expands investigations unit
Type: News Story
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety increases the number of detectives to make campus safer.
August 8, 2024
‘Diamond in the rough’: Abandoned dog rescued by Temple Police finds foster home
Type: News Story
Three hero Temple University police officers rescued a stray dog from extreme heat.
July 17, 2024
Temple Athletics recognized as one of the region’s 50 most community-minded organizations
Type: News Story
The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia recognizes Temple University Athletics for its civic initiatives.
July 11, 2024
TUDPS hires 7 police officers after launching new recruitment efforts
Type: News Story
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety welcomes several fresh faces to its roster, including four who just graduated from the patrol academy in June.
June 25, 2024
Bob Sanders speaking at a Chamber event.
Workforce readiness takes center stage during Chamber conversation
Type: News Story
Panel discussion held at Temple focuses on how the next generation can be prepared to succeed in today’s labor market.
June 18, 2024
Meet the Temple 42: This large number of Carver High School students will attend Temple University
Type: News Story
Temple University will see more than 40 Carver High School students become Owls in the fall.
June 12, 2024
TUDPS K-9 unit unleashes smiles to Temple Hospital staff
Type: News Story
Temple University’s K-9 unit provides a positive distraction for hospital doctors, nurses and tech staff.
May 22, 2024
As spring semester closes, TUDPS works to makes community safer
Type: News Story
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety is continues to make safety improvements in and around campus.
May 7, 2024
Temple opens innovative TechOWL Community Space
Type: News Story
The space serves as a hub for people with disabilities.
May 1, 2024
As students prepare for Commencement, so is TUDPS
Type: News Story
Temple University's police officers, security officers and dispatchers are working together to prepare for Commencement.  
April 29, 2024
TUDPS recognizes Earth Day by unveiling greenhouse
Type: News Story
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety rebuilt a greenhouse for students of George Washington Carver High School of Engineering and Science and participated in a spring cleanup for Earth Day.
April 22, 2024
Temple University Dispatcher Brian Hathaway will be the alumni speaker at the Bachelor of General Studies graduation.
TUDPS celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Type: News Story
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety recognizes the work of its dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
April 15, 2024
TUDPS launches ride-along program for prospective police officers and students
Type: News Story
A new ride-along initiative at Temple University’s Department of Public Safety connects students interested in law enforcement with those who protect and serve the Temple community.
April 1, 2024
TUDPS, men’s crew teach basics of rowing to North Philadelphia youth
Type: News Story
A new initiative partners Temple University’s Department of Public Safety with the university’s men’s crew team to introduce rowing to young students.
March 19, 2024
TUDPS, ORM to offer students free U-locks and helmets
Type: News Story
“Properly placing a U-lock on a bicycle or scooter reduces the likelihood of theft while also making the bike less attractive to opportunistic thieves,” said Vice President for Public Safety Jennifer Griffin.
February 26, 2024

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