Faculty Experts

Sherri Hope Culver in front of a screen displaying children
Temple children’s media expert reflects on the revival of ‘Reading Rainbow’
Director of the Center for Media and Information Literacy at Klein and Professor of Instruction Sherri Hope Culver discusses Reading Rainbow.
October 6, 2025
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Temple experts on Calder Gardens, the new gem of Philadelphia’s art and culture scene
Temple University experts share insight into Alexander Calder and Calder Gardens.
September 22, 2025
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Redefining motherhood: Why more women are choosing children after 40
As teen birth rates reach historic lows, a new generation of mothers is reshaping the timeline of parenthood, backed by medicine, support and changing cultural values.
September 5, 2025
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What does House v. NCAA mean for Temple Athletics?
Temple Athletics Director Arthur Johnson explains the recent ruling’s impact on Owl sports.
Ozzy Osbourne spraying crowd with a hose
Temple expert discusses the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne, the ‘Prince of Darkness’
Boyer Professor Michael Johnson shares expertise on Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy.
Temple professor explains the importance of fluoride for dental health
Anubhuti Shukla, associate professor at the Kornberg School of Dentistry, speaks about the benefits of fluoride in dental care
Michael Klein in the jaws of a shark
The menacing music of ‘Jaws’ and the film’s lasting legacy
Faculty experts from Temple University discuss Jaws (1975).
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Philadelphia is getting a WNBA team. What does this mean for the city and the league?
Assistant Professor Ashley Gardner shares insights into the WNBA’s announcement of a new franchise in Philadelphia set to debut in 2030.
A photo of Barbie dolls having a picnic.
Children are watching people play with Barbies rather than playing with the dolls themselves. Why?
Sherri Hope Culver of the Klein College of Media Communication discusses children’s attraction to unconventional media content.
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Who is Pope Leo XIV, and how was he chosen?
Professor of Art History Frank Dabell explained the process for electing Pope Leo XIV, as well as some of the challenges he’ll face during his papacy.
Shedeur Sanders pictured with two young men.
Shedeur Sanders suffered a freefall in the NFL draft. His brand did not.
Thilo Kunkel discusses what Shedeur Sanders’ fall in the NFL draft means for his brand moving forward.
 Image of a college professor tossing an MLB baseball.
The reasons why baseball ratings are improving
Professor of History Bryant Simon discusses how recent rule changes have sped up the game of baseball.
Yang Yang in front of a White Lotus graphic
How ‘The White Lotus’ sparks conversations on class, crime and desire
Faculty experts from Temple University discuss The White Lotus.