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Heart 2 Heart Returns

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On the sophomore episode of Heart 2 Heart, host Joshua Groves invites special guest Miguel Zarzoso into the studio for an insightful and entertaining conversation. Miguel, a 4th-year physical therapy major at Temple University, is not only dedicated to his studies but also a talented singer/songwriter performing under the name Miza for Bell Tower Music.

Throughout the episode, Joshua and Miguel dive into a variety of topics, exploring Miguel’s college experience, his decision to pursue physical therapy, and how he manages the delicate balance between academics and his musical career. Get a peek into Miguel’s songwriting process, his challenges as a dual-career student, and the passion that drives him both in his studies and on stage.

Tune in to TUTV on Wednesday, October 9, at 12:00 & 8:00 PM or watch anytime on templetv.net.

Congratulations Winners

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On September 21, 2024, the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) hosted its prestigious 42nd Annual Award Ceremony. Among the nominees, Temple University Television stood out with seven nominations, leading to two talented alumni from the Klein College of Media & Communication securing Student Production Awards.

BEST IN COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY STUDENT PRODUCTION- LONG FORM

Congratulations, Rebecca Sebring, Klein College Class of 2023 Alum for her work on Navigating Inequality from the Sidelines. This documentary features Philadelphia 76ers play-by-play announcer Kate Scott, Co-founder of the Asian American Journalists Association Sports Task Force Victoria Lim, Sports Anchor/Reporter at CBS4/FOX59 Indianapolis Alexa Ross, Rowan University Sports Communications Student Kara Guno, and FOX29 Philadelphia sports anchor & co-host of “The 215” Breland Moore. They talk candidly about their experiences as women in sports media, their influences, and what motivates them to blaze the trail for future women in sports media. Check out the full program HERE.

BEST IN COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY STUDENT PRODUCTION- TALENT/NEWS/SPORTS OR PERFORMER

Congratulations Ajay Patel Klein College Class of 2024 Alum for his work as anchor and reporter on OwlSports Update. After completing a high school internship with 302 Sports in Delaware doing play-by-play announcing and color commentary, Patel knew his dream was a career in sports broadcasting. With supportive parents who always encouraged him to plan ahead and pursue his dreams, he knew that he was ready to hit the ground running when he arrived at Klein. (Excerpt from an article written by By Lindsay Hargrave in 2020) Check out the full scope of Ajay’s work HERE.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS AND NOMINEES!

In Performance Returns

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In the Fall 2024 Semester Premiere of In Performance, TUTV welcomes a new host, Jesse Kosierowski, to lead our musical guests in engaging conversation and live performances throughout the semester.

In this episode, Bell Tower Musics‘ latest artist, Erin Schneider, takes the stage to perform “Crying On My Birthday” and “Blonde.”
With a passion for both the creative and business side of the music industry, Erin has joined Temples Bell Tower Music label and has been honing her skills as a singer-songwriter and music marketer at Temple University’s Klein College and Media and Communication, providing her with a well-rounded understanding of the music industry. What began with a Rock-Hero drum set has blossomed into a fulfilling lifelong journey of sonic discovery and artistry.

Tune in to TUTV Wednesday, October 2, at 12:00 & 8:00 PM or watch anytime on templetv.net

Shedding Light

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Shedding Light is TUTV’s first show focused on student disability and offers an in-depth look into the experiences and challenges faced by the differently-abled at Temple University. Hosted by Remington Vaughan, this series premiere touches on disability representation, inclusion, personal narratives, and more.

First, Remington welcomes Janelle Vuong, a Global Studies major, who shares her journey of living with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Janelle candidly discusses how her condition affects her daily life as a student and how she navigates the academic environment while managing her disability.

Later, Remington is joined by students Barbara Lewandowski and Meg Mohr, along with Dr. Scott Gratson, the director of undergraduate studies. Together, they engage in a candid conversation about the challenges and realities of living with a disability on a college campus, offering insights into accessibility, academic adjustments, and personal advocacy.

Finally, Carry Snyder, the director of Temple University Disability Resources & Services (DRS), tours the DRS center. Carrie sheds light on a wide range of services and resources available to students, aiming to support those with disabilities and ensure equal opportunities for all members of the campus community.

Tune in to TUTV on Tuesday, September 24, at 2:00 & 10:00 PM or watch anytime on templetv.net

OwlSports Update Returns

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The Fall 2024 season of OwlSports Update, TUTV’s student-run sports show, is set to kick off with fresh energy and talent. This weekly program covers the latest developments in Temple’s intercollegiate athletic programs, featuring news, analysis, and highlights, all produced, anchored, filmed, and edited entirely by Temple University students.

For Fall 2024, OwlSports Update introduces two dynamic anchor teams. Michael Mirville and Julia Green will lead the Cherry Team, while Natalie Koranda and Gabe Linington will lead the White Team.

Mark your calendar for the highly anticipated Fall 2024 premiere, anchored by Natalie Koranda and Gabe Linington, airing live on Thursday, September 12, at 12:00 PM on TUTV and online at templetv.net. If you miss the live broadcast, catch the replay at 8:00 PM the same evening. Don’t miss out on all the action as OwlSports Update brings you up-to-date coverage of Temple sports.

Temple Update

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Set your reminders for the Fall 2024 Semester Premiere of Temple Update! Temple Update is an award-winning weekly, half-hour news program written, directed, and anchored by Temple students. Temple Update focuses on news and events on campus, and anywhere there may be a story of interest to the greater Temple community.

The Fall 2024 Cherry Team is Kevin Gruen and Lauren Morris on the anchor desk, Sujan Upreti on sports, and Jesse Kosierowski on the weather. The White Team is Amea Green, Brianna Fallon on the anchor desk, Jake Holzhauer on sports, and Christian Lee on the weather.

Don’t miss the live premiere with the Cherry Team on Thursday, September 26, at 10:00 AM with a replay at 6:00 PM on TUTV and templetv.net.

Klein Fest Returns

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Klein Fest is back, and TUTV will have several tables of media staff, clubs, students, and faculty available to answer all your questions and give you information on how to work with TUTV this semester.

Many of our programs will be represented at this event, including Temple Update, OwlSports Update, Temple Tonight, Queer Temple, La Charla, The Vibe, Artists Among Us, We Need To Talk, Temple Talk, and much, much more!

So come to the Atrium at Annenberg Hall on Wednesday, September 11, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM and meet with members of these groups, seek out new ways to build your resume, meet friends, and get involved! 

This event is open to ALL Temple students interested in media and communications, not just Klein students. To register, visit temple.joinhandshake.com. You will need to sign in with your TU AccessNet username and password.

Coming Soon to TUTV

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As the Fall 2024 semester kicks off, our dedicated student-producers at TUTV are already hard at work to bring you another season of award-winning content. Get ready for the return of your favorite programs, including Artist Among Us, In Performance, A Broader View, Media Inside Out, Temple Esports Central, Queer Temple, The World at Temple, La Charla, Temple SMASH, The Vibe, We Need to Talk, Temple Tonight, Temple Talk, Temple Athletics, and more.

But that’s not all—we’re thrilled to introduce brand-new shows this semester! Shedding Light is TUTV’s first series focused on disability, exploring the lives of those in the disability community, its history, and more. Shedding Light is still looking for student volunteers to join them in creating this important series. Interested? Find out more HERE.

Don’t forget our LIVE programming throughout the semester. Starting September 3, catch Inside The Nest LIVE every Tuesday at 12:00 PM for the latest in Temple Football, with replays at 8:00 PM. Beginning September 12, tune in LIVE on Thursdays at 12:00 PM with replays at 8:00 PM to OwlSports Update, your go-to source for all things Temple Sports. Finally, beginning September 26, don’t miss TUTV’s award-winning newscast, Temple Update, airing every Thursday LIVE at 10:00 AM with a replay at 6:00 PM.

Stay tuned to TUTV and templetv.net —this semester promises to be one of our best yet!

Temple Athletics

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Nothing unites a campus like big-time college athletics. Temple University teams have a long history of success in NCAA competitions, and the student-athletes are known for displaying high integrity and sportsmanship.

Temple Athletics closely examines the many different sports Temple students play each week through interviews with coaches and student-athletes.

Tune in to TUTV every Saturday at 12:00 & 8:00 pm beginning September 7th!

Some of the previous guests include couches and student-athletes from Spirit Squad, Women’s Fencing, Field Hockey, Gymnastics, Track & Field, Lacrosse, Rowing, Soccer, and Volleyball, as well as Men’s Crew, Golf, Cross Country, Soccer, and Tennis.

TUTV Labor Day Lineup

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Get ready to celebrate Labor Day with a well-deserved break! Relax with an exclusive lineup of musical programming that will captivate, entertain, and leave you yearning for more.

Tune in to TUTV beginning at 10:00 AM Monday, September 3, or watch anytime on templetv.net

Inside The Nest Premiere

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INSIDE THE NEST

Inside The Nest is a dynamic football program presented by OwlSports Update Productions, which broadcasts every Tuesday at 12:00 PM throughout the fall semester. This award-winning, student-produced show features comprehensive recaps of the prior week’s games, insightful previews of upcoming matches, engaging interviews with players and coaches, detailed game analyses, and thrilling highlights.

This semester, Sam Cavone and Hayden Bandel will lead the anchor desk, providing comprehensive coverage of Temple Football with assistance from reporters Kayla Levine and Jackson Batchler.

Tune in to TUTV or templetv.net for the live premiere of Inside the Nest on Tuesday, September 3, at 12:00 PM ET, or catch the replay at 8:00 PM ET.

Join TUTV at TempleFest

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TempleFest is back, and TUTV wants to see you! On Friday, August 23, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., stop by our tables on Liacouras Walk to hear from the students behind some of our most notable TV shows.

Come by and find out how you can get involved with TUTV. Whether your interest is in front of the camera, in the studio, or the control room, there is something for everyone. Remember, you do NOT need to be a Klein Student, Journalism, or MSP major to volunteer. TUTV welcomes all students within Temple University.

TempleFest is your opportunity to get involved with student media and original productions such as:

TUTV Receives  7 Nominations

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The Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) released the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Student Awards nominations. Temple University Television received seven nominations in four separate categories.

And The Nominees Are…

BEST IN COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY STUDENT PRODUCTION- NEWSCAST

Temple Update, March 28, 2024

  • Peter Jaroff: Faculty Supervisor
  • Mara Tannenbaum: Supervising Producer
  • Catalina Santana-Cintron: Producer
  • Ethan McGrann: Producer
  • Asada Owens: Director
  • Hayden Winter: Director
  • Brianna Fallon: Anchor
  • Joe Habersham: Anchor
  • Charly Schultz: Reporter/Graphics Manager
  • Kayla Stewart: Sports Anchor
  • Madeline Gillespie: Weather Anchor

Temple Update, October 12, 2023

  • Peter Jaroff: Faculty Advisor
  • Maggie Fitzgerald: Producer
  • Mara Tannenbaum: Supervising Producer
  • Catalina Santana-Cintron: Producer
  • Paige Hakowski: Director
  • Taylor Hess: Anchor
  • Alissa Clausell: Anchor
  • Ava Hedges: Reporter
  • Victoria LaPrince: Anchor
  • Kevin Gruen: Anchor

BEST IN COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY STUDENT PRODUCTION- LONG FORM

Navigating Inequality from the Sidelines: Rebecca Sebring: Reporter/Producer/Editor

Temple Pilots- Final Call

  • Chelsea Scruggs: Advisor
  • Theo Kontonis: Director/Executive Producer
  • Meredith Hunter: Director/Producer
  • Sara Catelli: Writer
  • Anna Polacek: Executive Producer
  • Kieran Cunningham: Original Story
  • Will McGinn: Director of Photography
  • Paige DiFebbo: Script Supervisor
  • Jackson Conway: Assistant Camera

We Need to Talk – Let’s Get Real

  • Chelsea Scruggs: Advisor
  • Kasey Thorpe: Executive Producer
  • Aleksandra Gorna: Executive Producer
  • Rachel Williams: Host / Producer
  • Mia LePage: Host
  • Naya Ng: Host
  • Gabriela Mancini: Host
  • Mel Spiegel: Director
  • Joelle DelPrete: Segment Producer
  • Madison Fennell: Assistant Director
  • Emma Shainline: Technical Director
  • Amber Putman: Editor

BEST IN COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY PRODUCTION AWARDS- SPORTS STORY OR SEGMENT

Novice on the Water: Natalie Koranda: Reporter/Photographer/Editor

BEST IN COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY STUDENT PRODUCTION- TALENT – NEWS, SPORTS OR PERFORMER

Ajay Patel Talent Reel: OwlSports Update

The winners will be announced on September 23, 2024. For a complete list of the student nominations, click HERE. Congratulations, and good luck to all the nominees!

Temple Pilots Returns

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Temple Pilots is a student group formed to help fellow students produce short films with TUTV. With the help and support of TUTV, this program delivers an array of exciting stories in the form of a series of short films.

Death in Debt is an original story by Temple Pilots Productions about a struggling funeral parlor owner who devises a macabre plan to keep the business afloat. When Jayna-Lee selects photographer Jake Hunter as her next “client,” Jake’s fiancée Aubrey becomes suspicious of her beloved’s sudden death. She enlists the help of Sal and journalist Touma Stone. Death in Debt features Nina Koripella, John Michael Fioravanti, Alana McCullen, Ryan Bortolotti, Safwaan Ahmer, and Steven Olsen, directed by Kieran Cunningham and Meredith Hunter.

Tune in to TUTV on Tuesday, August 6, at 11:30 AM and 7:30 PM, or watch anytime on templetv.net.

The Beat is Back

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CONNECT, LEARN, AND DIVE INTO STUDENT MEDIA AT THE BEAT ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, from 1:00-2:00 PM!

Are you passionate about media, journalism, or creative expression? Discover exciting opportunities to get involved and make your mark in student media at Klein’s annual student-media recruitment event: The Beat, Klein College of Media & Communication’s annual student-run media recruitment event, you will have the chance to learn more about student media outlets and ask questions to student representatives and alums from:

You’ll have the chance to hear from esteemed media professionals who started at Klein College’s student media outlets, such as: 

  • The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Director of Syndication and Social Media Ray Boyd, KLN ’13 
  • Philadelphia Union Digital Club Reporter Sage Hurley, KLN ’22 
  • The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Harrisburg Reporter Gillian McGoldrick, KLN ’19 
  • NBCUniversal/NBC10 Content Producer Madison Seitchik, KLN ’20 

Whether you’re interested in writing, photography, video production, podcasting, or graphic design, there’s a platform for your unique talents and interests.

RSVP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-beat-tickets-980089803987?aff=oddtdtcreator