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- 1300 - A dorm that has never been given a name. Located on Cecil B. Moore.
- AI - The infamous Allen Iverson who can be spotted on campus.
- BTMM - Another major in the School of Communication meaning Broadcast Television and Mass Media.
- Caf - The cafeteria located at Johnson and Hardwick.
- Club McDonald’s - A McDonald’s that becomes a hang-out spot during the night for partygoers.
- Diamond Dollars - Credit on your ID that can purchase food, books, and other stuff on campus.
- Hotwick - Hardwick, given this name because there is no air conditioner.
- IBC - A gym and exercise facility.
- IH - Intellectual Heritage; mandatory classes rumored to be very difficult to pass, but some might find that to be contrary.
- JPRA - A major in the school of communication meaning Journalism, Public Relations, and Advertising.
- Killer Hall - White Hall; given this alias because of the few incidents that have occurred outside of this dorm.
- Listserv - Community e-mail service usually used by majors or organizations. Students can receive useful information, as well as a lot of junk e-mail.
- 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 - Organization on campus that plans events for students, which stands for the Main Campus Program Board.
- New Res - The dorm also known as Park Mall.
- Orchid Room - Place where parties are held on North Broad Street.
- Saadiq - The name of the guy who sells water ice from his cart in the spring and summer months; usually located outside the Sac.
- SCAT - School of Communications and Theatre.
- The Apollo - Old school Temple students call the stadium this instead of Liacouras Center.
- The Atrium - A place where parties are held on North Broad Street.
- The Projects - A dorm named Peabody, given this name due to its rundown appearance.
- The Sac - Student Activities Center.
- TSG - Temple Student Government.
- T-Unit - The current alias for Temple University, inspired by 50 Cent.
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 advisors 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.
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.
Traditions
- Band Showcase at Bell Tower - As the weather gets warmer, independent bands can sign up to perform at the Bell Tower.
- 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 the campus turn into a giant outdoor party, a.k.a. 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 weeklong 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.
- Noontime Diversions - Held every Thursday at noon, Noontime Diversions is a great place where students can compete for prizes. Some of the events are hula-hoop dancing, a wing-eating contest, and dance contests. Besides the competition, students can receive free massages, record a CD, or get a henna tattoo.
- 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 their right 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 the second annual event held in April, which has a similar set up as 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.
School Spirit
You cannot tell a Temple student that they don’t attend the best college in Philly. Drexel students are a bunch of nerds, and U Penn students are snobs. As far as the other colleges go, they don’t even get mentioned. Temple is very much full of school spirit. From the decorated dorm rooms of Temple paraphernalia to the painted bodies at games, Temple students are proud to be owls. The amazing part of it is that our basketball team isn’t that great, our football team sucks, and no one cares for the cheerleaders. Where does the energy come from? The famous people linked to Temple, like alumni Bill Cosby and former basketball coach John Chaney, usually give students a good amount of pride by positively representing their school. Or maybe it’s just the ever-present love a student has for their university. Almost all students have a Temple sweatshirt, and some also even have a hat, folder, and sweatpants. This is definitely not the school for you if you can’t see yourself loving the cherry and white colors.
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