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From Temple to Rockefeller Plaza Meet Michael Latini, TYL ’01, who helped build the rolling podium Melissa McCarthy has been using as White House press secretary Sean Spicer on Saturday Night Live. Share

Temple news

Food court facelift Get ready for some new options in your lunch spot rotation—eight new brands are expected to open after the Student Center’s Valaida S. Walker Dining Court undergoes a renovation this summer. Share     A victory for families Law students’ investigation of Philadelphia’s policy of billing parents for the cost of incarcerating their children prompted the city to put an immediate end to the practice. Share     A guide to 48 hours in Rome A Temple University Rome alumna serves as your personal guide to celebrate the campus’ 50th anniversary in May. Here’s the best way to spend a couple days—or more—in the Eternal City. Share

Campus news

Walk to kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Temple’s inaugural WalkTU event will bring members of the university community together to raise awareness around sexual violence. WalkTU replaces the annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event.   Share

Hero’s hero

There’s no shortage of incredible women making an impact at Temple, like Laura Reddick, whose dedication made Temple one of the most military-friendly universities in the country, especially for women. Learn more about her work and the upcoming Women Veterans Forum on April 21 at the Howard Gittis Student Center.   Share

Campus announcement

Hai-Lung Dai appointed vice president for international affairs

Together with the deans and officers of the university, Dai will drive the growth and evolution of Temple’s global endeavors. This new leadership position is the latest in a series of significant roles for Dai since he joined Temple in 2007.   Share

Events

Happening today 12:00 p.m. | Mitten Hall Ancient Roman Food Traditions: A Lunchtime Conversation with Karen Hersch 4:30 p.m. | Temple Performing Arts Center Rite of Swing Jazz Cafe 5:30 p.m. | Paley Library Kate Kennen on Phytoremediation: Pollution Purging Plants! On the horizon March 24 50 Foods of Lazio, 50 Years in Rome March 29 Women’s History Month Film Screening: Through the Door of No Return March 29 Klein College Naming Dedication Ceremony

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