Looking back on last month’s Woman History Month, the Military and Veterans Services Center invited two women veterans, mother and daughter, to come share their stories from their time in the military. Ethel Marsh (Navy) and Linda Gilstrap (Army) recalled their past experiences of what it was like to serve in their branches as women at the time and reflected on how far women have come.
Ethel served in the Navy, enlisting in 1957. Her active-duty time was done in 1959, and she joined the reserves 15 years later. When asked why she decided to join the military she...
Each year around Thanksgiving, Temple University takes pride in helping families in need that live in North Philadelphia. Local Philadelphia media outlets, including CBS3
Meet Captain Kristie Furiosi, the newer Assistant Director of Military and Veterans Services Center at Temple University. Capt. Furiosi sat down with us in order to share her story in the military, as a Temple Alumn and now Temple staff. Q: When did you attend Temple University and what did you major in? A: Actually, I attended Temple University because I was offered a four year scholarship from ROTC in 2013. My undergrad, I majored in Communications and now I am a graduate student at Temple University's Klein College for Communications Management. Q: When did you graduate from...
Ever since Amani Chery started high school, her dream was to attend Temple University's Klein College of Media and Communications. Amani was born and raised in Virginia Beach where her father was stationed with the U.S. Army. Her younger self had some difficulty understanding the commitment her father had to his career in the military. Over the years, the relationship between Amani and her father has since flourished, especially when she took her first trip out of the U.S.A to visit him on deployment. Through his dedication to his career in the military, she understood and...
The Temple University Ambler Library Building didn't escape the wrath of the EF2 tornado that ravaged campus on September 1, 2021. Ferocious winds and debris tore holes in the building's roof and blew out most of the large windows, threatening the collection of 130,000 books, periodicals, research material and historical archives inside."Our first concern was the care of the materials. That was paramount in our thinking — how to save what we had because we knew there was major damage to a number of books," said Sandi Thompson, Head of the Ambler Campus Library. "We...
Dear Hero, As you read this letter, you may not even be aware that it's for you. You might not even be here, on Earth, to read these words. Or you might think the person next to you is the reason why we annually remember this day. That you were just doing your duty in order to protect and serve. On this day, 20 years ago, you were more courageous than you ever thought you could be. You were called and unbeknownst of the dangers waiting for you, you sacrificed everything you knew. No matter what you did and/or where you were, your life was priceless. A hero comes in many shapes...
Temple University's military-connected student of the month is Bendu Chowoe. Earlier this month, we sat down and interviewed Bendu about her personal experience at Temple
Temple University's military-connected student of the month is Bendu Chowoe. Earlier this month, we sat down and interviewed Bendu about her personal experience at Temple, while continuing her military career. Q: Can you start by giving us a little bit of background on where you're from? A: I am originally from Liberia, I lived there until 2008. I moved to South West Philly when I was eight years old, and just recently moved to the Delco area. My fathers dream was to move to America to create better opportunities for his kids. My family saw all of the various cultures in...
Last year, we sat down with the Papazian Family to learn more about their experiences at Temple University. Susie Papazian, a Temple alumni, Navy Veteran and soon to retire USPHS officer, is the mother of two sons (Christopher and Ryan) who currently attend Temple University. Before joining the Navy, Capt. Papazian attended Temple in the Fall of 1989 majoring in Physical Therapy. She stated, "Growing up in Philadelphia, and with my parents close by, influenced me to apply to Temple University." Not only was she influenced by her location, but her friend was a part of the Alpha...
Here at Temple University, and all over the country, Military and Veteran Students hold a significant role. Ivan Thomas is a current Temple student who stands out due to his dedication to the military, Temple Veteran Association, and online class work. He is currently a squad leader, military police officer, staff sergeant. Ivan started out at University of Delaware as an undergraduate student. After taking classes there, he later decided to take a break and strive to further his education by entering into the military. He joined active duty as a Patriot Missile Operator...
Megan Maxwell's military career and academic pursuits have taken her across the country and around the world. She wants to shape policy and gain global experiences. Her
Beyond going to class, studying and taking full advantage of their college experience, the dedicated young men and women of Temple's Army ROTC Red Diamond Battalion spend
Name: Tammy BarletMajor: Public healthHometown: Hamburg, PennsylvaniaNext stop: George Washington University's online MPH program in health policy and a six-month
When Tammy Barlet first arrived at Temple, she wasn't interested in the Temple Veterans Association. As a freshman, she attended one meeting, looked around, and was
When Chiquitta Evans served on a base in Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, she would regularly drive past Temple Ambler's campus."I would always say, when I retire I am going
This Veterans Day held a special meaning for Jason Noren, an Iraq War veteran and Fox School of Business graduate student—he spent it at Temple University with his 7-year
When thinking about American soldiers fighting and serving in Afghanistan and Iraq, it's understandable to envision sweltering heat and dessert terrains. For Temple Un
Temple recently welcomed new students who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces at the first annual Veterans' Welcome Program, held July 25 in the
Temple University has again been named to the Military Friendly Schools list honoring the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that do the most to
