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Philadelphia鈥檚 Temple University is a large public university that offers 鈥渟trong academic programs, vibrant student life, [and a] prime location in Philadelphia...that collectively contribute to a rich and fulfilling educational experience for its students.鈥� Students also report that 鈥渢he research and job opportunities are one of the best things here at Temple,鈥� and they laud the robust Honors Program and the benefits of 鈥渢he professional connections [from] having such a big alumni community.鈥� Additionally, with offerings across 17 schools and colleges, there are 鈥渁mazing mentorship/internship opportunities,鈥� with even more focused growth coming from Student Professional Organizations (SPOs), which are 鈥渓ike a club for your specific major.鈥� All told, 鈥渢he sheer range of major-minor combinations and skill sets...creates a very unique collaborative environment.鈥� Students say of the faculty that 鈥渋t鈥檚 evident that they genuinely love what they do, and this enthusiasm is contagious.鈥� They 鈥渟how...pride in their specialties鈥� and 鈥渉ave a ton of work experience and most still work in their field so they can give you up-to-date information on what鈥檚 going on.鈥� A student testifies, 鈥淭hey are all extremely well-credited and amazing teachers.鈥� The flipped classroom approach is often used 鈥渢o provide more time for questions and participation in lecture,鈥� and the curriculum includes the 鈥渢eaching of modern technologies important for the job market.鈥� There are also 鈥渇requent guest lectures at multiple academic departments that give students opportunities to connect and network... and learn from their paths.鈥� Whatever path a student chooses to lay, students say the bricks are there: 鈥淚f a student is hardworking and highly motivated, it is possible to make a name for yourself both within [and without] the university.鈥�

At Temple 鈥渆veryone has their own style,鈥� with one student proudly believing this makes them 鈥渙ne of the most unique student bodies I鈥檝e seen on a college campus.鈥� The school is described as having 鈥渓ots of diversity in things like gender, race, and sexuality,鈥� but everyone is linked by being 鈥渆xtremely hard-working students...who all care about their academic career however are all still fun and outgoing.鈥� Another student says, 鈥淓veryone at Temple truly wants the best for themselves and others, and that is very clear.鈥� A rising tide lifts all boats, and there are 鈥渁 ton of groups dedicated to helping fellow students. There are always class group chats and study sessions, and a lot of peer tutoring鈥� which is why attendees note that 鈥淭emple is great with providing an inclusive environment.鈥� Those thinking of attending ought to know that even though 鈥渁 lot of people work part time at Temple and are very busy,鈥� they鈥檙e all still 鈥渧ery friendly, open minded, free spirited, and devoted.鈥�

Temple is a large commuter school, but whether enrollees live on-campus or not, they acknowledge 鈥渢he housing is beautiful and all spaces around campus are structurally comfortable.鈥� Students also note that 鈥渄ining options are fantastic鈥� thanks to the inclusion of 鈥渕any food trucks around campus with many good foods to choose from after or before class.鈥� Those looking for activities should know that the pace of life is heavily reliant not just on workload but on temperature. When it鈥檚 warm outside, students are everywhere, the campus is alive and vibrant, and people are happy. When it鈥檚 cold,...everyone hunkers down.鈥� This Division I school 鈥渉as great sport teams and great recreation facilities and learning halls,鈥� and students pride themselves on a number of 鈥渙n-campus clubs that emphasize community service.鈥� The university also 鈥渉as a lot of easily accessible public transport (subway station, train station, multiple bus stations, bike rentals) and is very close to Center City and other popular areas,鈥� which serves the needs of 鈥減eople [who] like to explore the city aspect of Philadelphia.鈥�