The hustle past the Bell Tower to get to class; the long lines at food trucks; the even longer lines to buy textbooks. They can only mean one thing:

The 2009 - 2010 academic year officially has begun!

Not long ago, you were among the eager new students beginning the school year at Temple. Throughout your college career, you had access to a host of great resources and services that made the Temple experience, and your degree, possible. Many of these resources continue to be available to you, including access to Temple University Libraries, the Career Center and Campus Recreation.

You can help Temple continue to offer its outstanding resources to today's students by making your annual gift. Gifts from alumni like you support:

• 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!