A recap of Temple move-in and Weeks of Welcome 2024
A fresh batch of Owls were all smiles when Temple University’s Class of 2028 officially moved onto campus in August. Families at Temple experienced a wide range of emotions and enthusiasm on move-in day, which began with students unloading cars and setting up dorm rooms before bidding their loved ones farewell.
As first-year and transfer students from a variety of diverse backgrounds begin their quest to become Temple Made, their priorities includes making friends, getting to know campus culture and learning to utilize university resources. New Owls experienced the ultimate crash course for navigating campus life by participating in Weeks of Welcome activities, including Convocation, TempleFest and more.
Here is a snapshot of some of the memorable moments from this year’s festivities, including move-in, TUPalooza, and the meeting of the minds between Hooter the Owl and Philadelphia Flyers mascot Gritty.
Favorite Item
On this year’s move-in day, new Owls shared an item that held “sentimental value” to them. Learn more about what their favorite items are here.
Temple University President Richard Englert also took the time to greet students and their families on move-in day.
Convocation
The Diamond Marching Band and new students marched together across campus to the Liacouras Center where Convocation was held. The formal ceremony is considered the official beginning of the academic journey for undergraduate first-year and transfer students.
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“This is a wonderful moment to celebrate and mark your first official day and to recognize your inclusion now as a member of the Temple community,” said Gregory Mandel, provost at Temple University.
“I hope you will see all the possibilities that await you on this campus in our city, around the country and across the globe. The academic pursuits and student activities that I hope you will find can fuel and empower you.
“We continue to build on rich legacies with new voices and new ideas and embrace challenges to advance equity and justice through education, research, practice and creative pursuits and strive to make this world a better place,” he added.
“We are here to connect you with opportunities and resources to help you succeed, both now at college and into your future.”
“As an Owl, you now have access to an alumni network of more than 370,000 Temple graduates making their mark worldwide, “said Ray Epstein, Class of 2025, Temple Student Government president. “The Temple Alumni Association is your gateway to resources as a student and beyond graduation.
“I encourage you to join a club or a few. I found my love for advocacy work, policy writing and law in my student organization,” she added.
“College is a time of transformation, a journey, a moment in your life where you will encounter countless challenges and triumphs,” said Raynel Lopez-Morel, a senior majoring in electrical engineering at Temple.
“Every class, interaction and experience here at Temple will shape you in ways you cannot imagine. Take risks, make mistakes and learn from them, it is all a part of the process and will help shape you into who you are and ultimately who you will become,” added Lopez-Morel, a native of the Dominican Republic.
TempleFest
Temple’s ultimate student organization and resource fair was back in full swing. More than 400 organizations, clubs and vendors set up tables with information, so students could know how to get involved and connected on campus.
TUPalooza
Owls gathered outside for Main Campus’ annual carnival, which featured games, rides, prizes and food.
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