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@Temple: September 2015

Class of 2015 Reunion   Homecoming marks the half-year reunion for the Class of 2015. Sign up today to celebrate!     Welcome to the Nest   The Temple University Alumni Association sponsored a barbecue lunch for new students at the Bell Tower. With more than 4,500 attendees, it was a huge success!     Temple President Shares Exciting Changes   Watch as President Neil D. Theobald welcomes new and returning students and faculty to campus and previews the exciting changes in store for the university this year.

Alumni Relations News

Now Accepting Nominations for Diamond Excellence Award Every year, the Temple University Young Alumni Association presents the Diamond Excellence Award to a young alumnus or alumna who is excelling professionally. Nominees simply must be a Temple graduates age 30 or younger. If you know someone who fits the bill, send his or her name and a brief supporting paragraph to Maureen Fisher, associate director of alumni relations, at maureenf@temple.edu.

Your Opinion Counts Tell us what you think by filling out a short Alumni Website Questionnaire. We love to hear from you and use your feedback to improve your experience.

Are You Looking For a Job? Check out the NEW and IMPROVED OwlNetwork! Hundreds of great jobs are posted, so log in now to take advantage of this revitalized job search experience. If you need assistance getting started, check out the OwlNetwork Start-Up Guide (PDF).

Volunteer Spotlight: Amy Larovere, SMC ’83 Splitting her time between a successful career in New York and her hometown of Philadelphia, Amy Larovere, SMC ’83, somehow finds time in her busy schedule to volunteer on behalf of her beloved Temple University. Both the current Owl Club president and a board member of the Metropolitan New York Alumni Chapter, Amy will tirelessly praise her alma mater whenever she is given the chance.

Temple University News

Latest Commercial Shows What Makes a Temple Owl As Temple University begins its 2015-2016 academic year, a new commercial shows how Temple makes its mark in industries worldwide. Nine Construction and Renovation Projects Transform Temple Temple University’s vibrant residential campus continues to evolve, with exciting new academic spaces, forthcoming athletics facilities, and various renovations and upgrades (like a half dozen new spots to fix your bike).

Class Notes

Samantha A. Berger, CLA ’91, published the picture book Boo-La-La Witch Spa with Penguin Young Readers. She is the author of more than 70 books for youth. Alphonso Evans, EDU ’00, became principal and CEO of Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School in Philadelphia in 2010. During the 2012–2013 school year, Southwest Leadership Academy earned one of the highest School Performance Profile scores of all city schools from the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Gerald R. Williams Jr., MED ’84, was named first vice president of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He will serve as president of the organization from 2016 to 2017. Submit a class note.

Upcoming Alumni Events

Sept. 3: 2015 Pep Rally: Temple/Penn State Sept. 3: FOX: Alumni to Student Mentoring Program Overview Webinar Sept. 5: Temple vs. Penn State Tailgate Sept. 5: Various Temple vs. Penn State Watch Parties Sept. 16: Religion in the Public Square: The Historic Visit of Pope Francis to Philadelphia Sept. 18: Atlanta Chapter: Phillies @ Braves Sept. 19: FOX: Field Frenzy Sept. 19: Boston Chapter: Temple @ UMASS Tailgate Sept. 19: POD: 7th Annual Alumni Association Seminar Sept. 20: 2nd Annual Temple Women’s Network Brunch Sept. 20: Greater Philadelphia Chapter: 2nd Annual Family Day at Smith Playground Oct. 1: FOX: Implementation & Adoption: What We’ve Learned and What’s Next SAVE THE DATE: Homecoming Weekend Oct. 8–11, 2015 View all alumni events.