Temple Update is an award-winning news program entirely written, produced, directed, and anchored by students at Temple University. This weekly half-hour show covers a wide range of stories and events, both on and off campus, with a particular focus on the greater Temple community. The program strives to keep its audience informed on the latest developments within the university, surrounding neighborhoods, and beyond.
Temple Update: April 9, 2015
Phil Dupont opens up the program with a story from the capital proposing a tax hike on student items. Jackie Nelms reports on adjuncts’ push for a union and the push-back they are getting. Dan Ray reports live from Broad and Norris at the demolition site of the graduate student apartments, which officials plan to turn into ‘pocket park’. TUP shows footage of the grand opening of TUCC’s new cafe. Melissa Steininger interviews students concerning a recent Park Ave shooting that did not provoke a TU Alert from the University.
Chris Williams takes a look at new security cameras featuring 3-D capabilities that are being installed on campus. Jenna Beck reports on the increase of online classes offered by the University and how students feel about them versus attending a class in person. Rocco DiSangro talks to Temple Golf player Brandon Matthews about what the two-tournament winning player hopes to achieve this season. Rebeccah Hendrickson goes on pothole patrol to see how these obnoxious obstructions have plagued city-goers and what individuals can do to try and get them repaired.
Anchors: Phil Dupont, Rebeccah Hendrickson
Sports: Simone Cuccurullo
Weather: Jeseamy Muentes