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School Slang
  • 1300: A dorm that has never been given a name
  • The Atrium: A place where parties are held on North Broad Street
  • BTMM: This is a major in the School of Communications that stands for "Broadcast Television and Mass Media."
  • Caf: The cafeteria located at Johnson and Hardwick
  • Diamond Dollars: Credit on your ID that can purchase food, books, and other stuff on campus
  • IBC: A gym and exercise facility
  • IH: "Intellectual heritage"; mandatory classes rumored to be very difficult to pass
  • J&H: Johnson and Hardwick Hall Dining Facility
  • JPRA: This is a major in the School of Communications that stands for "Journalism, Public Relations, and Advertising."
  • Listserv: Community email service usually used by majors or organizations; students can receive useful information, as well as a lot of junk email.
  • Lunch truck: Any of the trucks on campus which serve food; the most popular ones are given names, or else they are referred by which building they are in front of.
  • MCPB: This is an organization that plans events for students; the acronym stands for the Main Campus Program Board.
  • New Res: The dorm also known as "Park Mall"
  • Orchid Room: A place where parties are held on North Broad Street
  • Plaza: Plaza Pizza
  • The Sac: Student Activities Center
  • SCAT: School of Communications and Theater
  • TSG: Temple Student Government
  • TUFF: Temple University Fitness Facility
Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming To School
  • Do the research on your major.
  • Double-check your car doors.
  • Have plenty of Diamond Dollars.
  • Manage your time.
  • Temple is in an urban community.
Tips to Succeed
  • Don’t rely on advisers to tell you about your schedule.
  • Get involved in different organizations.
  • Network.
  • Pay your housing deposit on time.
  • Switching your major abruptly can add extra time to your academic career.
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karoleezy

'14

Psychology

4.2
A-

Diverse

The campus is really diverse and offers a lot for students, you just have to look for the opportunities that they offer you.

Feb 07, 2012

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mdidura

'14

Finance and Accounting

5.0
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I Love Alter Hall

I feel very at home at Alter Hall although it's a very academic environment. I feel as though I'm in the business school, but at the same time I get to relax in the cafe with my friends. A great part about that cafe is that you meet a lot of people with different majors and this really allows you to learn a great deal about the opportunities at Fox. It's great. One of my favorite parts about Temple is that the students are very friendly and usually eager to help each other.

Jan 10, 2012

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jessicaw43

'15

Biology

1.9
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Environmental Action

Temple university advertises itself as a school that supports eco-friendly practices, they even ask students to take a "sustainability pledge" and have a "sustainability week." However, the school participates in an unfortunate relationship with an company that finances an environmentally destructive practice that negatively impacts the health and economy of communities in parts of the country. Some members of the student body have are protesting this relationship and asking Temple to consider the student and faculty's voices, and our right to pay for a school that supports causes we support. Temple itself seems to be generally supportive of sustainability, and it's students are dedicated enough to challenge the school they love to stand by their statements.

Dec 13, 2011

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Facts

Traditions
  • Bill Cosby speaking at commencement: All graduates look forward to seeing funnyman Bill Cosby speak at their graduation. He’s never a disappointment, and it’s an awesome way to end your time at Temple.
  • Block Parties: Twice a year, areas of campus turn into a giant outdoor party, (e.g., the block parties). The parties consist of food, music, games, and tons of fun.
  • Café jams: The student-run radio station will play music while you dine at the cafeteria. They usually will promote an event that is coming up on campus, as well.
  • Homecoming: Homecoming is a week-long annual event held in October, traditionally used to celebrate the return of the football team, but it is now more geared toward promoting school spirit. Organizations, clubs, and schools set up booths outside the Bell Tower area. There are games, food, and outdoor activities. Other events include a football game, a comedy show, a party, and a skating or bowling party.
  • Probates: If you can find out about them in time, you can see the new Greeks cross. For a viewer, it is a show to watch some good stepping; for the Greeks, it’s more of a rite of passage.
  • Program Board Fair: Interested in joining one of Temple’s most popular and largest organizations? Main Campus Program Board has a fair to recruit new members. This is a good way for freshmen to meet a lot of people and get involved. Members can also get hookups at parties and other events thrown by the organization.
  • Spirit of Philadelphia: Voted one of Temple’s best events, cruising along the Delaware River on the Spirit of Philadelphia is an excellent—not to mention cheap—way to spend an evening. Students can dress up—or not—and party all night on the cruise ship. The party is about $10 for the cruise, transportation to and from the boat, and finger foods.
  • Spring Fling: The Spring Fling is annual event held in April, which has a similar setup to Homecoming. There are week-long events, and booths are set up outside the Bell Tower. There is also usually a party or a dance at the end.
  • Taste of Philly: One of the first events of the semester, Taste of Philly gives students the opportunity to get acquainted with the different dishes Philly has to offer. During the event, the student center is filled with sample foods from different restaurants. Grab a ticket and get it punched to receive the different samples, ranging from Indian cuisine to pizza to Buffalo wings.
Urban Legends
  • Basketball coach John Chaney (who retired as of 2006) may look like an owl, but he is not one, nor is he a cross-breed of one.
  • Many believe that Temple is a five-year university, but it is not. It is possible to graduate within four years.
  • Successful people attend Temple, but never graduate.
  • Temple girls are easy.
  • Yes, the Liacouras Center was once named the Apollo.

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