Temple University
Temple University is a public state-related research university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania founded in 1884 by Russell Conwell. It is recognized for its diverse academic offerings, including over 640 programs across 17 schools and colleges.
With a student body exceeding 30,000, it is classified among “R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity.” Temple is also known for its vibrant campus life and global presence, with campuses in Rome and Tokyo.
Address: 1801 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122, United States
Phone: (215) 204-7000
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Philadelphia Leadership: Ronald Matthews, President, Eastern University
Ronald Matthews, President of Eastern University, spoke to PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Philadelphia, where his parents encouraged his passion for music from a…
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West Philly’s Quinta Brunson Will Star in New Animated ‘The Cat in the Hat’ Film in 2026
A new animated version of Dr. Seuss’ “The Cat in the Hat” is scheduled to be released in a couple years and West Philadelphia’s own…
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WSFS CARES Foundation Provides More Than $185,000 in First-Quarter Grants to Community Organizations
The WSFS CARES Foundation, the charitable giving arm of WSFS Bank, has provided grants to five organizations as part of its continuing series of philanthropic…
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Temple Opens New Incubator Space, Eyes Turning North Philadelphia Into An Innovation Hub
Temple University recently opened iNest, a new incubator space that the school hopes can ignite innovation in North Philadelphia, writes Ryan Mullian for PHL Inno.…
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Nearly A Century Old, The Palestra Has Earned a Reputation as ‘The Cathedral of College Basketball’
The city of Philadelphia has earned a reputation for being one of the best sports cities in the country, and while debates remain about where…
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Temple Health Appoints Next CEO of Chestnut Hill Hospital
Temple Health has announced that Richard Newell will step in as the next CEO of Chestnut Hill Hospital, effective April 8, writes John George for…
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Temple University Alum Kevin Negandhi, Anchor at ESPN, Keeps Philadelphia Teams Close to His Heart
Phoenixville native Kevin Negandhi is currently one of the most recognizable faces at ESPN, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. But before becoming…
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A Temple University Senior Plans To Visit, Then Rank Every SEPTA Station in the Region
There are more than 280 SEPTA stations throughout the region, and Temple University senior Rose Cohen has made it her mission to visit and rank…
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Two Local Colleges Are Helping Students Facing Food, Housing Insecurity
Data from Temple University’s Hope Center for College shows that in just one month last year, 22.6 percent of undergraduate and 112.2 percent of graduate…
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Widener Nursing Program Removed From State Watch List as Test Scores Rise
Improvements on the nursing licensure exam last year means five Philadelphia area nursing programs, including one at Widener University in Chester, will be taken off…
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Temple University To Make Tuition Free For Eligible Philly Students From Families With Low-Income
Through its Temple Promise program, Temple University is helping make tuition free for eligible first-year, full-time Philadelphia students from low-income families, writes Cory Sharber for…
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Quinta Brunson To Receive Temple’s 2024 Lew Klein Excellence in Media Award
Actress and West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson will be the 2024 recipient of the Lew Klein Excellence in Media Award later this year, writes Amanda…
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These 3 Actors With Philadelphia Ties Have All Been Nominated For Oscars
Hollywood isn’t short on stars with Philadelphia roots, and two have been nominated for an Academy Awards, writes Max Bennett for The Patch. Da’Vine Joy…
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From Ardmore’s Positano Ristorante to My Loup in Philly, Neil Ross Shares What He Has Learned
Former General Manager at My Loup Neil Ross recently took a leap and started a new career as an account manager at The Wine Merchant…
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See Where Temple University Ranks Among Pennsylvania’s Largest Campuses
Pennsylvania is home to some of the largest and most beautiful colleges and universities in the country, writes Katie Downey for Newsbreak. Temple University in…
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5 Actions to Take Ahead of 2025 Tax Law Sunset
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) brought numerous changes to the tax code, including reduced individual income tax rates, significant increases to…











































