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: March 26, 2015
Melissa Steininger reports on President Theobald’s appearance in Harrisburg in which he rallied for extra funding for Temple to keep students’ tuition from raising. Phil Dupont speaks with legislators about their overall opinion on the case and how they plan to move forward. Rocco DiSangro reports live at the Liacouras Center where the Temple Owls Beat LA. Tech in the NIT.
Chris Williams does a TKE fraternity follow-up where he speaks with a veiled fraternity member about how they have fared after being disassociated from Temple. Tommy Sladek, London Correspondent, tells viewers about the rich diversity that can be found throughout the city of London. Michael Vizzoni visits Philly’s Self-Defense School, where a Temple alum and a close friend have been teaching people how to defend themselves from all kinds of perils, right here in North Philly. Mo’ne Davis stops by Temple for a book signing.
Anchors: Phil Dupont, Rebeccah Hendrickson
Sports: Simone Cuccurullo
Weather: Taggart Houck