Tag: Temple University

Customers enjoying a meal inside an Iron Hill Brewery.Restaurants & Lodging

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant to Open New Location on Temple University Campus

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant is planning to open its newest Philadelphia location on Temple University’s campus, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC 10 Philadelphia…

Wynnewood's Rosemary Connors stands next to the NBC 10 logo.Entertainment

Wynnewood's Rosemary Connors Leaves Big Shoes to Fill at NBC10

NBC10 is searching for a replacement for Rosemary Connors, its longtime weekend evening news anchor, reports Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal.

The Wynnewood…

Montgomery County native and artist Jon Metz with one of his pyrography creations.Montgomery County

Jon Metz Sets Philadelphia-Inspired Art on Fire with Pyrography

Montgomery County’s Jon Metz is a passionate artist specializing in wood-burned art, known as pyrography, highlights Reuben Harley for the Philadelphia Citizen.

Though…

Eric Roedl.Villanova

Villanova Grad Eric Roedl Is the University’s New Athletic Director

Villanova University has chosen one of its own as its new athletic director, writes Jeff Neiburg for The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Eric Roedl, a 1997 Villanova…

tourism professionals celebrating at a luncheonTourism

On the Busiest Travel Day of the Year, Philly’s Tourism Community Stays Home to Give Back

Over one and a half million convention attendees and international tourists visited Philadelphia last year, resulting in an economic impact of more than $1 billion…

Wally Kennedy of Exton, KYW anchor and 6abc host, has died.Family

Beloved Radio Broadcaster and Longtime 6abc Host from Exton, Passes Away at 76

Walter “Wally” Kennedy, of Exton, a beloved KYW anchor and longtime 6abc host, died on Oct. 30 aged 76, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia…

Yardley native Corinne Carlson.Sports

Early Morning Rowing Shapes Yardley Student Athlete's Life and Sleep Schedule

Corinne Carlson, a Yardley native and student-athlete, has had to make significant changes to her lifestyle and sleeping patterns after she took up rowing…

Couples have started incorporating appearances of mascots from Philadelphia universities–and even major teams–into their weddings.Entertainment

Want a Philadelphia Mascot at Your Wedding? Here’s How to Make It Happen

Having your favorite Philadelphia mascot make an appearance at your wedding adds a unique touch that guests will talk about for years to come, writes…

headshot of Byron Wolfe, who will discuss his work on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 4:00 PM on the DCCC's Marple Campus. Education

DCCC Hosts Juried Art Exhibition Nov. 4-Dec. 13 with Special Juror's Talk on Nov. 14

The Gallery at Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will present the annual 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition, featuring the work of 46 emerging artists living…

Quaker activist George Lakey under arrest.Chester

Citizen George Looks at Life of Quaker Activist George Lakey

The new documentary Citizen George looks at the life of Quaker activist and life-long peacekeeper George Lakey, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer…

Temple University recently bought a North Broad Street shopping center near Temple's health system campus.Real Estate

Temple University Acquires Shopping Center on North Broad Street for $8.2 Million

Temple University recently bought a North Broad Street shopping center near Temple’s health system campus for $8.2 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the…

NCAA ChampionshipsSports

Philadelphia Selected to Host Four NCAA Championships During 2027 and 2028

The NCAA has announced host sites for championship events for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, awarding four championship events to Philadelphia in a trio of…

West Chester University's new president Dr. R. Laurie Bernotsky offers her first Welcome Back address to students, faculty and staff.Education

West Chester University’s New President Laurie Bernotsky Offers an Inclusive Vision

The new president of West Chester University wants you to call her Laurie, and if she needs to talk to you, she’ll probably bring…

L to R: 2024 Harcum College Strauss Memorial Circle of Excellence Awardee Dr. Alexander Klein; Outstanding Alumna Awardee Jessica Jean-Burton ’17; Outstanding Alumnus Awardee Jaron Burch ’23.Education

Harcum College Honors Trustee and Alumni at Circle of Excellence Dinner

Harcum College celebrated the achievements of three esteemed individuals during the Circle of Excellence Dinner held in Klein Hall on Friday, Oct. 4. Over 100…

Subaru Park.Sports

Chester to Host NCAA Women's Lacrosse Championship in 2027 and 2028

Subaru Park in Chester, home of the Philadelphia Union, will host two of the four recently announced NCAA championships that will take place in the…

Popular OLLI instructor David Hudiak teaches a class.Education

With OLLI, Widener Opens a Door to Knowledge and Friendship

“Curiosity is the compass that guides us to our passions.”

The quote from American author Elizabeth Gilbert, best known for her 2006 memoir Eat, Pray…

University of the Arts abruptly shut its doors in June. Shortly thereafter, it entered talks with Temple University on a potential merger. With talks falling apart, University of the Arts has now filed for bankruptcy.Education

University of the Arts Files for Bankruptcy After Talks on Potential Temple University Merger Falls Apart

The University of the Arts has filed for bankruptcy three months after shuttering the school, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY.

The bankruptcy…

(L to R) Student Alvin Gayee; Dr. Kendrick Mickens, DCCC’s Director, Student Outreach and Success; DCCC President Dr. Marta Yera Cronin and student Sarah Staquet cut the ribbon.Education

DCCC Celebrates Opening of Expanded Student Resource Center and Food Pantry

Many college students today face food insecurity, which can hurt their academic performance and ability to achieve their educational and professional goals. Overall, 23 percent…