From Monday, Oct. 6 through Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, campus was alive with Cherry & White pride as we celebrated Homecoming & Family Weekend in true Temple style! The week was packed with high-energy events, unforgettable moments, and Owl pride at every turn, culminating in our biggest tailgate of the year and a thrilling Homecoming football showdown. The Temple Owls battled Navy in a heart-pounding game that came down to the wire, with a final score of 32–31.
Owls from near and far flocked to the City of Brotherly Love to reconnect, reminisce, and revel in the spirit that makes Temple unforgettable. Whether you cheered from the stands or celebrated from afar, we hope you made memories that will last a lifetime.
Miss the action? Want to relive the magic? Check out the full recap!
Tyler Art Market
This year’s 14th annual event presented a juried show of artwork by Tyler School of Art and Architecture alumni and current students, with items ranging from paintings, ceramics, prints, jewelry, textiles, sculpture, photography, plush, stationery, wearable art and more.
Pep Rally
Students gathered at the Bell Tower for a free pep rally to show their spirit, ignited by performances from the Temple University Diamond Marching Band. The event had something for everyone, with free food, music, games and giveaways.
Barnett College of Public Health Grand Opening
On Friday, Oct. 10, during the grand opening ceremony for the newly renovated Paley Hall, Temple President John Fry announced that University Trustee Christopher Barnett, CLA ’10, had committed $55 million to support CPH. It is the largest gift in Temple’s history.
Bookstore Grand Opening
On Friday, Oct. 10, the brand new campus bookstore inside the newly renovated Paley Hall was officially dedicated. The bookstore began its move on Monday, Aug. 4, from the lower level of the Howard Gittis Student Center to its new two-story space. Visitors can enter the main level from 13th Street and take the stairs down one level to shop an expanded selection.
Essential Needs Hub Breakfast & Tour
Temple University donors and friends got to tour and have breakfast in the new Essential Needs Hub in the Howard Gittis Student Center. This central space will address food security, housing and transportation support, emergency aid, academic resources, and wellness—ensuring students have the essentials to succeed.
Homecoming Game + Tailgate Village
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