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Russell Conwell established Temple University in 1884, initially providing night classes to working-class individuals seeking educational opportunities.
Answer: True
Russell Conwell founded Temple University in 1884, and its initial mission was to offer night classes to working-class citizens who could not access traditional higher education.
During its formative years, Temple College implemented stringent admissions standards and levied full tuition fees on all enrolled students.
Answer: False
In its early years, Temple College had no admissions requirements and offered free tuition, aligning with its mission to serve working-class students.
Temple College formally reincorporated as Temple University on December 12, 1907, following its merger with Garretson Hospital and the Philadelphia Dental College.
Answer: True
Temple College officially reincorporated as Temple University on December 12, 1907, after merging with Garretson Hospital and the Philadelphia Dental College in 1906.
Identify the founder of Temple University and the year in which its initial night classes were established.
Answer: Russell Conwell in 1884
Temple University was founded by Russell Conwell in 1884, with initial night classes offered to working-class citizens.
In its nascent period, what notable challenge did Temple College encounter concerning its institutional legitimacy?
Answer: State and federal education agencies did not recognize it as a legitimate college-level institution.
In its early years, Temple College struggled with legitimacy, as state and federal education agencies did not recognize it as a college-level institution, and Philadelphia initially denied its authority to award degrees.
On what date did Temple College officially reincorporate and assume the designation of Temple University?
Answer: December 12, 1907
Temple College officially reincorporated as Temple University on December 12, 1907, following a merger with other institutions.
The School of Nursing and the Teacher's College were founded at Temple University during the late 19th century.
Answer: False
The School of Nursing was established in 1911 and the Teacher's College in 1914, both in the early 20th century, not the late 19th century.
As part of a 20th-century expansion, Temple University acquired Monument Cemetery, ensuring all interred remains were respectfully reinterred in individual plots at a new, designated location.
Answer: False
When Temple University purchased Monument Cemetery in 1954, many bodies were moved to an unmarked mass grave, and headstones were repurposed, indicating a lack of individual reinterment for all.
The 1955 expansion plan, developed by Nolen & Swinburne Associates for Temple University, primarily emphasized the renovation of existing campus structures rather than the demolition of buildings.
Answer: False
The 1955 expansion plan involved the demolition of historic row houses, churches, and businesses, leading to the displacement of residents, rather than focusing on renovation.
In 1965, Temple University transitioned to a Pennsylvania state-related university, signifying its status as a fully private institution that no longer receives state funding.
Answer: False
Becoming a state-related university in 1965 established Temple as a public-private hybrid that receives state funds, not a fully private institution without state funding.
Student protests concerning cafeteria food prices in 1969 resulted in the introduction of food trucks on campus, a practice that remains a tradition today.
Answer: True
President Marvin Wachman introduced food trucks on campus in response to student protests over cafeteria food prices in 1969, a tradition that has persisted.
During Temple University's 20th-century expansion, what was the fate of Monument Cemetery?
Answer: It was purchased for athletic fields and a parking lot, with many bodies moved to an unmarked mass grave.
In 1954, Temple University acquired Monument Cemetery, converting it into athletic fields and a parking lot, and relocating many bodies to an unmarked mass grave.
Identify a direct consequence of Temple University's designation as a Pennsylvania state-related university in 1965.
Answer: It became a public-private hybrid system, receiving state funds but operating independently.
Becoming a state-related university in 1965 transformed Temple into a public-private hybrid, allowing it to receive state funds while maintaining independent operations.
In 1969, how did President Marvin Wachman respond to student demonstrations regarding cafeteria food prices?
Answer: He introduced food trucks on campus, a tradition that continues today.
President Marvin Wachman responded to student protests over cafeteria food prices by introducing food trucks on campus, a tradition that has continued.
During Peter J. Liacouras's tenure as president, Temple University's endowment experienced a significant decline, primarily attributed to budget reductions.
Answer: False
During Peter J. Liacouras's presidency, the university's endowment significantly increased from $15 million in 1982 to $109 million in 1999.
In March 2020, Temple University permanently closed its Main Campus for the remainder of the year in direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Answer: False
Temple University initially ended in-person instruction and later reopened Main Campus under a hybrid model for Fall 2020, only suspending in-person classes for the remainder of the fall semester in September, not permanently closing the campus.
Moshe Porat, the former dean of Temple University's business school, was convicted of conspiracy and wire fraud for his role in manipulating U.S. News & World Report rankings.
Answer: True
Moshe Porat was convicted in November 2021 for using false data to inflate the business school's position in the U.S. News & World Report rankings.
The graduate student workers' union strike in January 2023 concluded with Temple University acceding to all union demands and refraining from any retaliatory actions.
Answer: False
During the graduate student workers' union strike in 2023, Temple University retaliated by terminating the strikers' health insurance and tuition benefits.
University president Jason Wingard resigned in March 2023 amidst widespread commendation for his effective management of campus affairs.
Answer: False
Jason Wingard resigned as president in March 2023 following criticism for his handling of the graduate student strike and a rise in campus crime and violence.
In March 2020, what specific measure did Temple University implement regarding the Liacouras Center in response to the COVID-19 pandemic?
Answer: It was used as a temporary 200-bed 'COVID-19 Surge Facility.'
In March 2020, the Liacouras Center was converted into a temporary 200-bed 'COVID-19 Surge Facility' to aid in the pandemic response.
In January 2023, what was Temple University's initial response to the graduate student workers' union strike?
Answer: They terminated the strikers' health insurance and tuition benefits.
In response to the graduate student workers' union strike in January 2023, the university terminated the strikers' health insurance and tuition benefits.
Identify a primary criticism that contributed to President Jason Wingard's resignation in March 2023.
Answer: His failure to address a rise in crime and violence on and near campus.
President Jason Wingard's resignation in March 2023 was partly due to criticism regarding his failure to address a rise in crime and violence on and near campus.
Temple University's main campus is situated in Center City, Philadelphia.
Answer: False
Temple University's main campus is located in the Cecil B. Moore neighborhood of North Philadelphia, approximately 1.5 miles north of Center City.
The Baptist Temple, a historic edifice on Temple University's main campus, received designation as a Landmark Building by the American Institute of Architects in 2003.
Answer: True
The Baptist Temple, built in 1891, was designated a Landmark Building by the American Institute of Architects in 2003.
The Bell Tower, a prominent architectural feature on Temple University's main campus, stands at a height of 110 feet.
Answer: True
The 110-foot-tall Bell Tower is a key landmark on Temple's main campus.
Liacouras Walk functions as the primary internal east/west pedestrian thoroughfare on Temple University's campus.
Answer: False
Liacouras Walk is the main internal north/south pedestrian corridor on campus; Polett Walk is the east/west corridor.
The Health Sciences Campus at Temple University encompasses the Lewis Katz School of Medicine and the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry.
Answer: True
The Health Sciences Campus is home to Temple University Hospital, the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, the School of Pharmacy, the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry, and the College of Public Health.
The Foot and Ankle Institute, situated on the Podiatric Medicine Campus, is globally recognized as the largest facility for podiatric medical treatment.
Answer: True
The Foot and Ankle Institute on the Podiatric Medicine Campus is indeed recognized as the largest podiatric medical treatment facility worldwide.
Temple University's Ambler Campus is located in Center City Philadelphia and primarily offers associate's degree programs.
Answer: False
The Ambler Campus is located 13 miles from the main campus in Ambler, Pennsylvania, and offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, not primarily associate's degrees.
Temple University maintains international campuses in London and Berlin.
Answer: False
Temple University's international campuses are located in Tokyo, Japan, and Rome, Italy.
The Temple University Police department is recognized as the largest university police force in the United States.
Answer: True
The Temple University Police department is indeed the largest university police force in the United States, employing 130 campus police officers.
Temple University's Office of Sustainability was founded in 2018 and is exclusively dedicated to energy conservation initiatives.
Answer: False
The Office of Sustainability was established on July 1, 2008, and focuses on four key areas: operations, academics, research, and outreach and engagement, not exclusively energy conservation.
The 'Verdant Temple' initiative, launched in 2015, sought to enhance and beautify the university's open spaces and landscaping.
Answer: True
The 'Verdant Temple' initiative, announced in 2015, was a companion to the 'Visualize Temple' plan, specifically aimed at updating and beautifying the university's open spaces, walkways, and landscaping.
Sullivan Hall functioned as Temple University's inaugural free-standing library and was dedicated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Answer: True
Sullivan Hall was Temple's first free-standing library, dedicated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1936.
In which specific neighborhood of Philadelphia is Temple University's main campus situated?
Answer: Cecil B. Moore neighborhood of North Philadelphia
Temple University's main campus is located in the Cecil B. Moore neighborhood of North Philadelphia, approximately 1.5 miles north of Center City.
Which historical building on Temple University's main campus received the designation of a Landmark Building from the American Institute of Architects in 2003?
Answer: The Baptist Temple
The Baptist Temple, built in 1891, was designated a Landmark Building by the American Institute of Architects in 2003.
What is the approximate height of the Bell Tower, a notable landmark situated on Temple University's main campus?
Answer: 110 feet
The Bell Tower on Temple's main campus stands at a height of 110 feet.
Which of the following academic or medical facilities is NOT situated on Temple University's Health Sciences Campus?
Answer: The School of Podiatric Medicine
The Health Sciences Campus houses Temple University Hospital, the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, the School of Pharmacy, the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry, and the College of Public Health. The School of Podiatric Medicine is located on the separate Podiatric Medicine Campus.
What distinctive characteristic defines the Foot and Ankle Institute, located on Temple University's Podiatric Medicine Campus?
Answer: It is recognized as the largest podiatric medical treatment facility globally.
The Foot and Ankle Institute on the Podiatric Medicine Campus is recognized as the largest podiatric medical treatment facility globally, handling over 40,000 patient visits annually.
Identify the geographical locations of Temple University's two international campuses.
Answer: Tokyo and Rome
Temple University operates international campuses in Tokyo, Japan, and Rome, Italy.
What distinguishes the Temple University Police department when compared to other university police forces across the United States?
Answer: It is recognized as the largest university police force in the United States.
The Temple University Police department is notable for being the largest university police force in the United States, employing 130 campus police officers.
In what year was Temple University's Office of Sustainability officially established?
Answer: July 1, 2008
The Office of Sustainability at Temple University was established on July 1, 2008.
Identify the former Temple University library, dedicated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1936, which currently houses the Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection.
Answer: Sullivan Hall
Sullivan Hall, Temple's first free-standing library dedicated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1936, now houses the Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection.
Temple University provides fewer than 100 undergraduate majors across its various schools and colleges.
Answer: False
Temple University offers more than 160 undergraduate majors across its 17 schools and colleges.
The Carnegie Foundation classifies Temple University as an 'R2: Doctoral University – High research activity'.
Answer: False
Temple University is classified as an 'R1: Doctoral University – Very high research activity' by the Carnegie Foundation, indicating its significant contributions to research.
The Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry holds the distinction of being the oldest dental school in continuous operation in the United States.
Answer: False
The Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry is the second oldest dental school in continuous existence in the United States, established in 1863.
In 2014, scientists at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine achieved a significant breakthrough by becoming the first to successfully remove HIV from human cells.
Answer: True
Scientists at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine were indeed the first to successfully remove HIV from human cells in July 2014.
The College of Science and Technology (CST) at Temple University encompasses departments such as Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Answer: True
The College of Science and Technology (CST) houses the departments of Biology, Chemistry, Computer & Information Sciences, Earth & Environmental Science, Mathematics, and Physics.
In 2022, Temple University's research and development expenditure exceeded $300 million, positioning it among the top 100 institutions nationally.
Answer: True
According to the National Science Foundation, Temple University spent $301.395 million on research and development in 2022, ranking it 98th out of 899 institutions.
What is Temple University's Carnegie Classification, which denotes its level of research activity?
Answer: R1: Doctoral University – Very high research activity
The Carnegie Foundation classifies Temple University as an 'R1: Doctoral University – Very high research activity,' recognizing its substantial research contributions.
Across its 17 schools and colleges, how many undergraduate majors does Temple University provide?
Answer: More than 160
Temple University offers more than 160 undergraduate majors through its 17 schools and colleges.
What historical distinction does the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry hold?
Answer: It is the second oldest dental school in continuous existence in the United States.
The Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry, established in 1863, is the second oldest dental school in continuous existence in the United States.
In July 2014, what groundbreaking medical research achievement was accomplished by scientists at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine?
Answer: They were the first to successfully remove HIV from human cells.
Scientists at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine were the first to successfully remove HIV from human cells in July 2014, marking a significant medical breakthrough.
Which of the following academic departments is NOT affiliated with the College of Science and Technology (CST) at Temple University?
Answer: Architecture
The College of Science and Technology (CST) houses departments such as Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, but not Architecture.
According to the National Science Foundation, what was Temple University's research and development expenditure in 2022?
Answer: Over $300 million
The National Science Foundation reported Temple University's research and development expenditure in 2022 as $301.395 million, which is over $300 million.
The official motto of Temple University, 'Perseverantia Vincit,' translates to 'Knowledge is Power'.
Answer: False
The motto 'Perseverantia Vincit' translates to 'Perseverance Conquers,' reflecting the university's spirit of overcoming challenges.
Temple University's official school colors are Red and White, with Red being standardized to PMS 201.
Answer: False
Temple University's official school colors are Cherry and White, with Cherry being standardized to Pantone Matching System (PMS) 201.
The Temple 'T' logo was conceived by a professional marketing firm in 1990, intended to embody academic rigor.
Answer: False
The Temple 'T' logo was designed by students in a graphic arts and design class in 1983 and symbolizes strength and positive character, not academic rigor.
Temple University adopted the owl as its mascot in the early 20th century, primarily to signify the institution's emphasis on nocturnal research.
Answer: False
The owl mascot was adopted in the 1880s to symbolize the nocturnal nature of its ambitious students who attended night classes, not a focus on nocturnal research.
Temple University is represented by two owl mascots: Hooter T. Owl, a costumed figure, and Stella, a live great horned owl.
Answer: True
Temple University has two owl mascots: Hooter T. Owl, a costumed mascot, and Stella, a live great horned owl.
The Temple University Graduate Students' Association (TUGSA) holds the distinction of being the sole recognized graduate student employee union in Pennsylvania.
Answer: True
The Temple University Graduate Students' Association (TUGSA) is indeed the only recognized graduate student employee union in Pennsylvania.
Provide the English translation for Temple University's motto, 'Perseverantia Vincit'.
Answer: Perseverance Conquers
The Latin motto 'Perseverantia Vincit' translates to 'Perseverance Conquers,' symbolizing the university's enduring spirit.
Identify the official school colors of Temple University.
Answer: Cherry and White
The official school colors of Temple University are Cherry and White, with Cherry being the first school color in the nation to be officially adopted and standardized.
Who is credited with designing the Temple 'T' logo, the university's distinctive symbol?
Answer: Students in a graphic arts and design class at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture
The Temple 'T' logo was designed by students in a graphic arts and design class at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture in 1983.
Reflecting its foundational mission, what is the primary symbolism of the owl mascot for Temple University?
Answer: The nocturnal nature of its ambitious students who attended night classes.
The owl mascot symbolizes the nocturnal nature of Temple's early students who attended night classes, embodying the founder's vision of 'the owl of the night makes the eagle of the day'.
Name the two owl mascots that serve as representatives for Temple University.
Answer: Hooter T. Owl and Stella
Temple University is represented by two owl mascots: Hooter T. Owl, a costumed mascot, and Stella, a live great horned owl.
What constitutes the primary function of the Temple University Graduate Students' Association (TUGSA)?
Answer: To advocate for graduate students employed by the university as teaching or research assistants.
The Temple University Graduate Students' Association (TUGSA) primarily advocates for graduate students employed by the university as teaching or research assistants.
From the following options, identify the notable individual who is NOT listed as an alumnus of Temple University in the provided source material.
Answer: Tom Hanks
The provided source lists Bill Cosby, Bob Saget, and Daryl Hall as notable alumni, but Tom Hanks is not included in this list.
Temple University's football team is a member of the Big Ten Conference.
Answer: False
Temple University's football team competes in the American Athletic Conference.
In 1938, the Temple Men's basketball program secured its first national championship by winning the inaugural NCAA Tournament.
Answer: False
The Temple Men's basketball program won the inaugural National Invitation Tournament (NIT) in 1938, which was considered the national college basketball title before the NCAA Tournament was established.
John Chaney, a Hall of Fame coach for Temple Men's basketball, guided the team to 17 NCAA tournament appearances and five Elite Eight finishes.
Answer: True
John Chaney, a Hall of Fame coach, led Temple's men's basketball team to 17 NCAA tournament appearances and five Elite Eight finishes.
Which athletic conference includes Temple University's football team as a competitor?
Answer: American Athletic Conference
Temple University's football team competes in the American Athletic Conference.
In 1938, what notable national championship title was claimed by the Temple Men's basketball team?
Answer: The National Invitation Tournament (NIT)
The Temple Men's basketball program won the inaugural National Invitation Tournament (NIT) in 1938, which was considered the national college basketball title at the time.
Identify the Hall of Fame coach who guided the Temple basketball team to two NCAA Final Four appearances in 1956 and 1958.
Answer: Harry Litwack
Harry Litwack, a Hall of Fame coach, led the Temple basketball team to NCAA Final Four appearances in both 1956 and 1958.
Temple University is accurately characterized as a private, religiously affiliated institution located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Answer: False
Temple University is a public, state-related research university. While its founder was a Baptist minister, the institution itself is not religiously affiliated.
Temple University holds the distinction of being the largest university in Pennsylvania by enrollment, exceeding 35,000 students.
Answer: False
Temple University is the second-largest university in Pennsylvania by enrollment, with approximately 30,005 students in Fall 2024.
Temple University's global alumni network comprises over 375,000 individuals.
Answer: True
Temple University's worldwide alumni base is 378,012 individuals, which exceeds 375,000.
According to the 2024 U.S. News & World Report rankings, Temple University is positioned among the top 50 national universities.
Answer: False
In U.S. News & World Report's 2024 rankings, Temple University is tied for 89th among all national universities, not within the top 50.
In 2024, the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) placed Temple University's Hospitality and Tourism Management faculty 9th globally.
Answer: True
ARWU ranked Temple's Hospitality and Tourism Management faculty 9th in the world in 2024.
Based on U.S. News & World Report's 2024 rankings, what is Temple University's position among national universities?
Answer: Tied for 89th
In U.S. News & World Report's 2024 rankings, Temple University is tied for 89th among all national universities.
What is the current student-to-faculty ratio at Temple University?
Answer: 14:1
Temple University maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1.
What was the approximate total student enrollment at Temple University in Fall 2024?
Answer: Approximately 30,005
In Fall 2024, Temple University had approximately 30,005 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students enrolled.