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New neighborhood resource center set to improve outcomes in North Philly
Type: News Story
Temple’s new Community Gateway will directly serve North Philadelphia community members
August 23, 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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‘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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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 Hillel unveils legacy plan in honor of professor
Type: News Story
Temple’s Hillel honors a professor who dedicated his career to championing disability rights and celebrates paying off the mortgage on its campus building.
November 7, 2022
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Marvel’s ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ promises to be more powerful than its predecessor. Here’s why.
Type: News Story
Temple professor discusses the cultural impact of the upcoming Marvel film, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
October 27, 2022
Girls’ High alumnae that now work for Temple interact with students from their alma mater.
High school students view historical documentaries at Temple’s Center for Anti-Racism
Type: News Story
Local high school students view documentaries about Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman.
October 5, 2022
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Jason Wingard inaugurated as Temple’s 12th president
Type: News Story
Sen. Booker (D-NJ) and Emmy-winning broadcaster Tamron Hall welcome Jason Wingard as the first Black president of Temple University.
September 26, 2022
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Show your pride during National Coming Out Week
Type: News Story
Check out the events Temple’s Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, Advocacy and Leadership (IDEAL) is hosting for National Coming Out Week.
September 26, 2022
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First edition of Talks@Temple brings bold, provocative discourse
Type: News Story
First Talks@Temple features M. Night Shyamalan and Fortune 100 chief diversity officers as guests
September 21, 2022
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Tennis superstar Serena Williams calls it a career. Why does this feel different from other athletes retiring?
Type: News Story
Assistant Professor Elizabeth Taylor weighs in on Serena Williams’ decision to move on from tennis.
August 31, 2022
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Why are shows with queer female characters being canceled? A Temple professor explains
Type: News Story
Klein Associate Professor Adrienne Shaw discusses LGBTQIA+ representation in the media amid recent cancellations.
August 23, 2022
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Let’s talk about sex: Temple launches first-of-its-kind undergraduate sexuality education class
Type: News Story
A sexuality education course for undergraduate students is now available at Temple, a first for Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies programs.
August 18, 2022
Bold Conversations: A presidential visit to the Middle East
Type: News Story
A delegation from Temple University traveled to the Middle East to explore strengthening academic partnerships and exchange opportunities.
August 5, 2022
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Temple alumna joins the most diverse Rome Prize cohort yet
Type: News Story
Alumna Monica Rhodes is among the most diverse group of Rome Prize winners in the American Academy in Rome’s history.
July 21, 2022
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Temple welcomes local faith leaders for breakfast
Type: News Story
Local faith leaders and officials from Temple University discussed ways to collaborate with and support each other.
June 9, 2022
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President Wingard’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Antisemitism and University Responses continues its work on inclusivity for Jewish campus community
Type: News Story
The Commission met to discuss recommendations for enhancing support of Temple’s Jewish campus community.
June 9, 2022
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What to read, listen to and watch to learn more about AAPI communities
Type: News Story
Associate Professor of Political Science Sean Yom recommends AAPI-themed media that sheds light on the AAPI experience.
May 24, 2022
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New General Education course to focus on AAPI identity and experiences
Type: News Story
A new General Education course starting in spring 2023 in the College of Liberal Arts will concentrate on AAPI studies.
May 24, 2022
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Temple’s LGBTQIA+ seniors celebrated at Lavender Graduation
Type: News Story
Lavender Graduation celebrated LGBTQIA+ students in Temple’s Class of 2022.
May 10, 2022
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Temple student Shawn Aleong named to President Biden’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Type: News Story
Temple student Shawn Aleong to serve on President Biden’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities.
April 29, 2022
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Meet 5 Temple professors who teach and research gender, sexuality and women’s studies
Type: News Story
Here are five professors at Temple who teach courses and conduct research on gender, sexuality and women’s studies.
April 20, 2022
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Temple becomes first Philadelphia university to display Progress Pride flag
Type: News Story
The Progress Pride flag updates the traditional LGBTQ rainbow flag to be more inclusive.
January 22, 2019