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John Fry named
Temple’s 15th president
On July 3, 2024, the Board of Trustees approved the appointment of John Fry as Temple University’s next president.
Learn About President FryOpportunities to Explore What Drives You and Experiences to Help You Succeed
Four percent of universities are classified as R1 institutions, and Temple University is one of them. We are Philadelphia’s only public university, and we are a global center of academic excellence. We believe in the power of an accessible education that sparks positive change. Through hands-on learning experiences and mentorships with world-class faculty, our diverse, vibrant student body become leaders who challenge the status quo and play a major role in changing the world for the better.
Spotlight on our Temple Community
Our faculty, students and alumni are tackling real-world challenges and inspiring transformative action. Learn about some of the remarkable accomplishments and contributions of our diverse community.
Tony Thurmond ’93
California State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Thurmond believes in the value of a public education and has devoted his career to helping students from low-income and disadvantaged backgrounds. He’s now on a mission to become the first Black governor in California.
Read His Story
Bella Kwok ’26
Criminal Justice Major
Kwok is a recipient of the Voyager Scholarship, the Obama-Chesky Scholarship for Public Service, which recognizes students pursuing public service careers. Through the scholarship, she’s hoping to partner with an organization to combat human trafficking.
Read Her StoryTemple’s Impact
Our network of over 360,000 alumni helps define what it means to be an Owl. Meet some members of the Temple community who are leading thoughtful and deliberate change, here and across the globe.
