WELCOME TO Temple University!

Dear parents, family members, and support systems of our new Temple University students, welcome to Temple University!

We join you, in celebration and pride, knowing that your student is part of such a bright and talented class starting at Temple. We are excited that they have chosen our university as the place to pursue their higher education, career development, and leadership journey. As Assistant Dean of New Student and Family Programs, I want to assure you that the staff in the Division of Student Affairs is here to support your student and family in every possible way.

You can be confident that projects and adventures outside the classroom will be as rewarding as experiences inside the classroom. Temple University is recognized for its comprehensive academic programs, diverse student body, and location in the City of Philadelphia. In addition, Temple students have access to events and programs on campus and throughout the globe, such as: service immersion trips, music and arts shows, world-renowned speakers, civic engagement opportunities, and athletic events. Over 400 student organizations — focusing on academic, service, and social life — are waiting for students to join and we know that student engagement is the key to success!

The Division of Student Affairs can assist your student in becoming a successful, contributing member of the Temple University community. Our mission is to engage your student in all that Temple has to offer, help them develop into wellrounded young adults, and ensure they have what they need to graduate successfully. Please encourage your student to take the time to explore all we have to offer, as Student Affairs contributes to the beating heart of student life on campus.

Furthermore, we know that you play a significant role in your student’s transition to college and their success at Temple. You are our partners in this work. New Student and Family Programs is here to support you in this transition by providing opportunities for engagement, education about campus resources and services, and fostering Temple pride.

We are here to help our students achieve academic, personal, and career goals. Please visit the Student Affairs website to learn more about campus life at studentaffairs.temple.edu . I look forward to meeting you and your student during orientation programs this summer and welcoming your student to campus this fall. We are all very excited about the journey upon which they are about to embark.

Go Owls!

SINCERELY,

Deanne DeCrescenzo, Ed.D. Assistant Dean, New Student and Family Programs Division of Student Affairs