NIH Funding Cuts Aren’t Just Anti-Science
When the federal funding cuts to the National Institutes of Health were first announced in February, Swati Nagar, a professor in the School of Pharmacy at Temple University, felt it as “a gut punch to the research enterprise of universities in America.” For now, these cuts are on hold after Federal Judge Angel Kelly extended the initial injunction issued on February 10. The devastation of … Continue reading NIH Funding Cuts Aren’t Just Anti-Science
Scholars in Conversation at Charles Library
Last spring, Temple University Libraries launched Faculty Grand Challenges Conversation Series. Joe Lucia, Dean of Libraries, explains that this interdisciplinary collaboration was on his mind during the planning stages for the Charles Library. “The idea for this building was to create a space where faculty and others across campus could interact across the disciplines and colleges,” he said. Dean Lucia admitted that this series of conversations was … Continue reading Scholars in Conversation at Charles Library
We Must Defend Our Educational Mission
The mission of the Temple University faculty is to educate working people. Our 1888 charter declares: “The purpose for which the Corporation is formed is the Support of an Educational Institution intended primarily for the benefit of Working Men.” Russell Conwell, the founder, aimed to provide a third-level education to those who had neither the money nor the freedom to pursue it as the more … Continue reading We Must Defend Our Educational Mission
ORCID: The Trusted iD for Temple Scholars
Chances are you have seen the green ORCID iD icon next to someone’s name on a digital publication, in a data repository, or in an email signature. You may have even been asked to create one to submit a manuscript or apply for funding. But what is ORCID and what benefits does it offer? And why is it important to ensure you have one now? … Continue reading ORCID: The Trusted iD for Temple Scholars
Coming Home from Japan
This is the third installment of a series of articles by faculty teaching at one of Temple’s international campuses. Brad Windhauser, Professor of Instruction in First-Year Writing & Gender, Sexuality, &Women’s Studies, describes his return home after his semester-long appointment at TUJ in Tokyo. ________________________ I returned to Philly a few weeks ago from teaching at Temple-Japan for the Fall semester. It was right before Christmas, and the … Continue reading Coming Home from Japan
Faculty Peers Support Colleagues with Textbook Affordability
Temple University Libraries is partnering with faculty member Natalie Flynn to ignite more faculty engagement in textbook affordability initiatives by recruiting them as peer advisors, creating a vibrant community focused on accessible education materials and resources. Temple University Libraries is committed to achieving affordable and equitable access to learning materials for our students. In support of that goal, we engage in multiple initiatives designed to support faculty … Continue reading Faculty Peers Support Colleagues with Textbook Affordability
Political Science Professor on the Potential Impact of 2024 Election on the Temple Community
Compared to 2016, the mood among Democrats was much more subdued in the days following the 2024 election. Whatever complaints we might have about polling, this is in no small part due to the relative success of public opinion polls this year relative to eight years ago. In 2016, the forecasting site 538, which generates its predictions by aggregating many polls, predicted Trump would lose … Continue reading Political Science Professor on the Potential Impact of 2024 Election on the Temple Community
It Feels Like I Just Arrived: Main Campus Faculty Abroad
This is the second of a series of articles by faculty teaching at one of Temple’s international campuses. Brad Windhauser, Professor of Instruction in First-Year Writing & Gender, Sexuality, &Women’s Studies, describes settling into his semester-long appointment at TUJ in Tokyo. ___________________ I’ve been here for nine weeks, and it feels like I just arrived. Between getting my welcome email that said I would be teaching at TUJ … Continue reading It Feels Like I Just Arrived: Main Campus Faculty Abroad
Teaching Climate Change and Sustainability for the Future of Work and the World
Temple University’s strategic plan seeks to establish itself as a leader in higher education by integrating sustainability and climate change into its curriculum. Reports highlight the necessity for sustainability fluency in future jobs, yet Temple has fallen short on its curricular commitments. Emphasizing student demand, the authors propose actionable recommendations for improvement. Continue reading Teaching Climate Change and Sustainability for the Future of Work and the World
Course Reserve Reading Lists: A Powerful Tool for Student Savings
Temple Libraries has introduced Leganto, a new course reserves software that simplifies access to high-demand materials for students, addressing rising textbook costs. Leganto integrates with Canvas and the library’s management system for an efficient experience. Additionally, the Libkey Nomad extension offers one-click access to library content, enhancing research accessibility. Continue reading Course Reserve Reading Lists: A Powerful Tool for Student Savings
