Temple University Parent Guide
Welcome to Temple University
Dear Temple Parent,
Congratulations on being the parent of a Temple University student! You can be proud to know that your son or daughter is among the brightest and most talented class we have ever admitted. I am delighted they have chosen Temple as the place to pursue their higher education and leadership journey. As Vice President for Student Affairs, I want to personally inform you that the staff in the Division of Student Affairs is here to support our students in every possible way.
As your son or daughter prepares to enroll at Temple, you can be confident that projects and adventures outside the classroom will be as rewarding as experiences inside the classroom. Temple University is recognized for its comprehensive academic programs, diverse student body and proximity to the City of Philadelphia. Temple students have access to myriad events and programs, such as: lecture series’, cultural performances, world-renowned speakers and athletic events. Approximately 300 student organizations—focusing on academic, service and social life—are available for our students to join. Indeed, student life at Temple is vibrant and alive!
The Division of Student Affairs is a resource that can assist your son or daughter in becoming a successful, contributing member of the Temple University Community. Please encourage him or her to take the time to carefully examine our various components, as Student Affairs is the beating heart of student life on campus. They can begin by taking advantage of programs and services offered in our state-of-the-art facilities, like the Howard Gittis Student Center. Here, students socialize and dine in the food court, enjoy movies in the theatre, prepare for class in the study lounge, attend a reading or lecture, or mingle and unwind in the game room.
We are here to help our students achieve academic, personal, and career goals. Please visit the Student Affairs website to learn more about campus life at Temple. I look forward to meeting you and your son or daughter this fall. We are all very excited about the journey upon which they are about to embark. Go Owls!
Sincerely,
Theresa A. Powell, Ph.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs
