Temple University Multimedia Storytelling
Where we go past the headlines and straight to the streets of Philadelphia
When people think about dancing, some people envision a very fun dance scene, late at night with a few drinks. For others, they become so nervous they begin to sweat just thinking about it and claim that they can't dance. For the members of a African dance company at Villanova, dance is not only their... Continue Reading →
In mid-November, Philadelphia’s School Reform Commission voted to disband after operating for 16 years. The historic vote came several weeks after Mayor Jim Kenney announced the city would take back control of the school system in one of his biggest actions regarding education in Philadelphia. Throughout Kenney’s campaign and tenure, he put education at the... Continue Reading →
When Leah Dirkse, found out about Woman Organized Against Rape, she had just begun counseling to process her own experience of sexual assault. Dirkse, who was an undergraduate student at that moment, found out about the organization when she went to see The Penn Vagina Monologues, which raises money for WOAR every year. "I felt... Continue Reading →
For those of us who work or go to school within the city of Philadelphia, cost efficiency in our daily lives is always something that lingers on our minds almost constantly. With the cost of housing in our fair city on the rise, we now have something new to heap upon the plate of ever-growing... Continue Reading →
You can escape from constant car horns, cement buildings, and noisy restaurants without leaving the city. Philadelphia has a few parks and green spaces that can be your oasis. Collins Park and the green roof at the Free Library of Philadelphia are two places that are in Center City Philadelphia, and they are very easily... Continue Reading →
Listen and watch Kevin Laskey speak about the importance of musical improv. Laskey has written a piece for the Philadelphia Orchestra that was developed mainly by improvisation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKkZYl6acK4
Finding the right couple activity to enjoy the autumn weather can be difficult. Mini golf is one of those classic activities that can never go wrong. For couples in Philly, fall nights at Franklin Square have become more exciting with their "spooky mini golf." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_Z36Xw-OYg&feature=youtu.be
The Tutor Institute, an annual conference for people who work in adult literacy in Philadelphia, included a panel of adult learners who shared their stories and what educators could do for their students.
Philadelphia's Magic Garden is located on South Street. In 1994, Isaiah Zagar started creating art in the vacant lot near his studio. That vacant lot is now the incredible Philadelphia's Magic Gardens. From tours to events, you can always find a reason to visit the gardens. Josephine Slavsky is the Visitor Relations Manager, and she... Continue Reading →
With thousands of Philadelphians looking to land a job in non-profits, but many of them not sure how to get their foot in the door, Nonprofit Nerds Philly Meetup created various programs that would help individuals not only get in the door, but kick it down. Before their 'Non-Profit Job Hunting Bootcamp' program, organizer Marta Rusek... Continue Reading →
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