For Temple students, it's time to fire up the laptops, dust off backpacks and head to the bookstore to stock up on textbooks.

The 2009 - 2010 academic year officially has begun!

Thank you for making your first gift to the university last fiscal year (July 1, 2008 - July 30, 2009). As our students start to gather up their school supplies, we need your help again this year to ensure that today's Owls have access to:

• Electronic databases, print materials and support services in Temple University Libraries

• The latest technology, such as SmartBoards, wireless access and new software

• Career services, mentorships and internships

Help make the Temple experience great for the more than 37,000 students who started classes last week. Thank you, in advance, for your support!