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Parent Newsletter: Spring 2015 |
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Temple parents and families:
Welcome to the spring 2015 semester! Thank you for your ongoing interest in the events and activities around Temple University’s campus. We are excited to have you as a partner in your student’s educational journey. Should you have any thoughts or suggestions as to what you would like to see in this newsletter please do not hesitate to connect with us. |
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Momentum drives Temple into 2015
Temple is red hot right now. New facilities, rising rankings and popular new programs created incredible momentum going in to the new year. Learn more and view the video.
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Temple's Online MBA program is No. 1 in the nation
The Fox School’s Online MBA program was named No. 1 in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2015 ranking, receiving a perfect score of 100. Read the full story.
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Visualize Temple: New plans for campus
A new, state-of-the-art library will be the centerpiece for Visualize Temple, Temple University's comprehensive campus plan. Learn more about Visualize Temple.
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Temple explores innovative ways to help students succeed
Temple University is one of only seven universities in the nation selected to receive a Transformational Planning Grant (TPG) that seeks to transform the way higher education is delivered. Learn more and watch the video. |
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The Temple Toast to Russell Conwell
February 17 | All day
Temple alumni, students, faculty, staff, parents and friends are invited to join together to celebrate Russell Conwell’s birthday—Temple University’s founder and first president.
Career Fair
February 19 | 12–4 p.m.
Howard Gittis Student Center, Room 200
The career fair is open to all majors and provides undergraduate students, graduate students and alumni the opportunity to connect with employers from various industries. Students are required to wear professional attire and bring resumes. We encourage students to have their resume reviewed prior to the career fair by visiting the Career Center in Mitten Hall, room 220, during drop-in hours, Monday through Friday between 12–4 p.m.
Part-Time and Internship Fair
March 19 | 12–4 p.m.
Howard Gittis Student Center, Atrium
Campus Sustainability Week
April 13–18
Location TBD
T.U. Pop Up
April 21 | 7–10:00 p.m.
Liacouras Walk by Ritter Hall
Two blocks full of live music, food trucks, art vendors and more! More details will be announced mid-semester.
Alumni Weekend
April 24–26
Temple University Main Campus
Alumni Weekend brings alumni of all ages home to Main Campus for a celebration of all things Temple! Alumni and their families, as well as students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in exciting activities including a family-friendly 5K fun run, the Bell Tower Festival and unique networking opportunities. |
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Office Highlight: Campus Recreation |
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Encourage your student to get involved and stay active!
Classes can be long and demanding with advanced coursework. At Campus Recreation, we understand and we aim to help students relieve their stress in a variety of ways including exercise. The activities that we offer are also a great way to meet new people on campus.
Temple University Campus Recreation is the office for recreational sports programs on Main Campus. More than 4,000 students, faculty, and staff participate daily in one or more of the various activities offered by our department. These activities include intramurals (men’s, women’s, and co-rec), sport clubs, informal recreation, special events and programs, group fitness, adapted recreation, aquatics, and student staff development. |
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View the academic calendar for a full listing of important dates.
Mar. 2–8: Spring break (no classes held)
Mar. 18: Priority registration for summer 2015
Mar. 25: Priority registration for fall 2015
Apr. 28–29: Study days
Apr. 30–May 6: Final exams |
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Send us your updated contact information to stay in the loop with Temple and your student.
Email TUParents@temple.edu or call 215-926-2543. |
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