Temple University Multimedia Storytelling
Where we go past the headlines and straight to the streets of Philadelphia
Aaron Gibbs and Jenny Roberts are setting out to find the people, places, and stories behind Philadelphia's Nonprofit organizations. Photo Credit: Jayna Schaffer Aaron Gibbs is a senior at Temple University studying Journalism. When he's not writing, you'll find he spends most of his free time online shopping, reading fashion blogs or watching sports.... Continue Reading →
WHO ARE WE Freixys is a senior journalism major specializing in broadcast. She is currently a senior reporter for Templar and the head of marketing for her organization, Esencia Latina (the first and only Latin Dance team at Temple University). Freixys would like to learn a little bit of everything involving journalism, and when she... Continue Reading →
Gail Vivar is a junior at Temple University studying journalism. She loves visiting New York City and complaining about how slow people walk. Gail loves being an aunt and a daughter to her large family despite their constant nagging about her horrible singing. She hopes to be working in New York City for a music... Continue Reading →
Serenity Bishop is currently a senior at Temple University pursuing a career in sports journalism. He is currently interning at the Daily Local News covering high school sports in Chester County. When Serenity is not covering sports, he is most likely playing them. He currently plays rugby at Temple. Despite his main passion being sports,... Continue Reading →
Not originally from Philadelphia, Will Rockenbach admitted he might not be an expert on the South Street area, but the sounds, smells and culture; he knew he wanted to be. To this end Will decided why not tackle the area and learn all that he can about it. Making it his beat for the semester... Continue Reading →
For most college students, weekend nights consist of roaming around the outskirts of campus looking for a party – or any place providing alcohol, really. For Declan Romano and his housemate’s Dave Curran and John Bullick however, the party comes to them. Deacon Romano, 21, is a local musician who performs with his newly formed... Continue Reading →
Rich Chodak believes and worships the Holy Trinity, but it's not a trio that most people are familiar with. His ideology focuses around the guitar--a string instrument he also happens to sell, repair, and teach as the longtime owner of Bluebond Guitars near the corner of Fourth and South streets in Philadelphia. "It's like a puzzle,"... Continue Reading →
Unknown to many, the Voltage Lounge is one of the best hidden gems in the city if you're interested in local musicians. Take in the ambient scenery and "electric" atmosphere, while also learning about the experience it provides from the mouth of a first time visitor. https://youtu.be/Bl0Bclf2GII
It was early spring in 1984. In select movie theaters across the country, Repo Man, starring Emilio Estevez as a punk rock rebel living in Los Angeles, made its premiere on the big screen. Initial reviews of the film were so positive, they ultimately left a lasting mark on a number of cult movements. But Repo Man also... Continue Reading →
For Alex Starkman, music is more than just a hobby, It’s a release. As a Junior at Temple University, Starkman has carved out a niche for himself, reporting on music and its history in the city of Philadelphia. In a Q&A with Alex, we found out how and why he got this position, and where... Continue Reading →
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