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towina to 9*°^» teatnete Academics Student Life Page 32 Page Page 20 People Organizations Advertisements Sports Page 90 Page 148 Page 58 (Jemple. Qj nlvmlty. 2007 (/ample Vnivettitg 2007 Templar Annual Volume 83 teatne** ;W and OLD. and THEN... No doubt about it. Temple University is growing by leaps and bounds. The 2006 - 2007 school year alone was rife with changes and new adjust­ ments. Ann Weaver Hart became president of the university, signifying a new direction for admin­ istration. Coach Al Golden took over the football program and Coach Fran Dunphy took over men's basketball. With an ever-expanding campus community and new construction left and right, students could see the university growing all around them - shaping the surrounding neigh­ borhood as well as transforming from within. Opening Students hurry to and from classes in front of the Bell Tower. The lawn in front of Beury Hall was a popular location for capmus events. Student Life Bass players from Boyer College of Music and Dance perform classical pieces at Verizon Hall in the Kimmel Center in Center City. Two students practice self defense techniques at a "Diversity University" - the nickname class in Pearson Hall run by the University Honors often associated with Temple's unique Program. studentbody-is heretostay. Inthe2006 editionofthePrincetonReview'sTtefesr 361Colleges,Tm\)\Q ranked No. 2 on its list of most diverse student populations. And it's a growi population at that. Total student enrollment has increased more than 17 percent since 2000. With numerous additions, such as a 24- hourStarbucks and a new shopping and movie complex at Avenue North, more students are choosing to live on campus as well. More than 8,000 students now live on or near Main Campus. That's twice the number that lived here four years ago. Making the move toward a student community... that's what GROWTH is all about. MIECCMIN e new homecoming Cancer program and the Dawn Staley committee took Foundation. Of course traditional Aover the look and events such as the annual street fair feel of the festivities this also took place. Many organizations year. For the first time, a and vendors set up camp all over student-run organization Liacouras Walk, the Bell Tower and "Shake, Shake you're moneymaker." And boy, they did. These young divas rocked the ground was calling the shots and 13th Street to offer food, activities near the Bell Tower during Homecoming Week arranging spirit week music and information. The Gree and made everyone want to "bust a move." activities. Events kicked Showcase and Roots concert a off with a group of over McGonigle Hail rounded off the week, 1,000 students volunteering followed by an exciting football game in different areas all over with a 28-14 victory over Bowling Philadelphia, cleaning Green. By Meghan up parks and working soup kitchens. Temple athletes and administrators YOU KMOW YOU GO auctioned themselves off for a date with the highest bidder. All proceeds TO T€MPL€ WH£M.. went to the Coaches vs. You go to the Homecoming game only because you get to go to the Line, not because you think you'll win. You have no idea who is running for Homecoming King and Queen. And to be honest, you don't really care. The best part of Ride a horse? Not at Homecoming is all of Temple's Homecoming. This brave young the free stuff and the student rode himself a events set up by all cow. Talk about "Got of the organiztions on Milk?" He's got a whole cow full of it. Hopefully Liacoras Walk and in he was nice enough and front of Tuttleman. shared with his friends. Homecoming Tooting his own horn, this Temple Diamond Band member helps liven up the game with his muscial talents. Wide receiver Travis Shelton takes time during the game to get a pep talk from Hooter after scoring a touchdown. Why I Love Homecoming Showing their ultimate devotion, these fans prove their Temple pride. Temple students? No, Gladiators. Just another fun activity at Temple's homecoming. Cheering their team to victory, cheerleaders kept the crowd pumped. Center Alex Derenthal holds off the defense for a kick attempt. He helped the Owls break their 20- game losing streak. Homecoming The Carnival of Cultures, an event spnsored by the Study Abroad offices, shows students information about the cultures they would have Dancing is a favorite activity of many students. Below, these men and a chance to experience if they chose to take a year, semester, or even women show their moves to a cheering audience. a few days off to travel the world. OU KMOW YOU GO TO T€MPL€ Wrtell. You won't wake up for I **••»« your 9:40 class, but you will wake up early •wow* I enough to walk around JOAPo K the free events held • '\¥&i* on Liacorus Walk and [jSourftesy of Mairfpamp.us], 13th Street. IRj^ogr^rr^^jOj You get excited when one of the prizes you can win at Temple activities is Diamond Dollars. You also have mistakenly tried to pay at a regular store with your TUid. You attend Free Food and Fun Fridays to play Bingo and Texas Temple students work to get events Hold'em before you go that students can out for the night, and enjoy. This free event featured a book then end up staying there signing by acclaimed •' when you start winning. author Terry McMillian. g^ 8 Temple Events ""^spSff11 I Events are often held in the Student Events ranging from karaoke to Outdoor events, like this cookout at Center because it is one of the most lectures are held to provide some fun 1300 residence hall, are always student highly-visited areas on campus. and learning for students. favorites. -^ Temple Students come together to enjoy events put on by various organizations. Above, these students enjoy a moment on stage, dancing and having a good time in an event arranged by Main Campus Program Board. Temple Events Missa Pane In the fitness room at 1300 Residence Hall these students tread up and down on the elliptical trainers part of their workout. 1300 is the only dorm that has its own fitness room. This Temple student finds that the best way to work out with a little background music from his iPod to keep pumping. With such a vast array of equipment to choose from, there is almost no excuse to not have a satisfying workout. Strengthening his biceps, this student dedicates a few hours every week to keeping his body in shape. Wha is your favorite exercise equipment? Melissa Pane Ellipticals JO Fitness & Recreation ndulging in the infinite supply men and women, as well of J&H food a little too much? as lounge, vending and IIf those pounds are creeping up equipment rental areas. on you, don't worry. You can enjoy To get that perfect, toned fourth meal and still stay fit. Your body, the IBC provides free one-way ticket to fitness can be weights and cardiovascular found at the IBC. Yes--these three equipment, such as letters can lead you to a healthy treadmills, ellipticals, and life style. What's the IBC, you ask? bikes. However, students Well, the Independence Blue Cross don't have to feel limited Student Recreation Center provides to just these choices. Temple students and employees Group fitness programs access to a variety of recreational are available to provide a activities and programs. Located at variety of exercise choices. the corner of 15th Street and Cecil Sessions include spinning, B. Moore Avenue, you can find cardio kickboxing, water most students working out between aerobics, dance aerobics, 3 and 8 p.m., Monday through yoga, body toning and Thursday. The IBC includes special circuit express. Also, the IBChasa314mindoortrack, Using all the resources that Temple has to offer, this features, such as locker rooms for student works on strengthening her arms on one of four indoor racquetball the exercise machines in the IBC. courts, and outdoor V volleyball, badminton, and basketball courts. By: Melissa Pane Fitness & Recreaction 77 emple students aren't always aware >w each student can create a totally original of the incredible talent of the students pieces." This year the Theater Department re­ Tthat could be sitting right next to them ally went above their usual production standards. in classes. Many have gone away from their For a school that doesn't have a musical theater studies here to achieve great things. In one major, their performance of the popular big-name year, five Boyer College alumni and faculty play "Ragtime," blew away the audience. Senior were nominated for Grammy Awards. The Jerome Lomax said, "It was a very moving piece. Dance Department offers numerous free When Sara died, it brought tears to my eyes. One events on campus to Temple Students where of the best Temple performances I've ever seen." the up-and-coming professionals exhibit their Congratulations to each of our performance stu­ work. Sophomore Beth Davis said, "Being dents for their incredible performances throughout able to see the performances on campus for the year. free is such a privilege for me. I love to see By: Ciara Hama YOU KNOW YOU GO j! The combined choirs of University Chorale, Women's Choir, University Singers j and Concert Choir perform William Walton's epic choral and orchestral piece, TO T€MPL€ WH€H. "Belshazzar's Feast" in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center. The choirs join the University • I Orchestra for a special performance at the concert hall in Center City each spring.

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