Michael Leeds has had two papers accepted for publication. Integration and Team Performance in the NBA, co-authored with Amanda Olsen, a former Temple Economics major, will appear in the February issue of the Journal of Sports Economics. I'll Take Gender Differences for $400: Using Jeopardy! to Analyze Attitudes toward Risk, co-authored with Eva Marikova Leeds (Moravian University) will appear in a future volume of the Eastern Economic Journal.
The Feinstein Center for American Jewish History, housed in the College of Liberal Art's History Department, announces the establishment of a new research award. Endowed by longtime Feinstein Center supporter Ed Brown, the fellowship will continue a three-decade-long tradition of funding the most significant scholarship in the field of American Jewish history.
An innovator in real estate development, Brown was among the founders of the Feinstein Center in the early 1990s. The brainchild of Murray Friedman, a visionary community leader and scholar, the Feinstein Center...
The 78th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Criminology (ASC) was held in Philadelphia this year, with Professor Jamie Fader as the program's co-chair. The theme for this year's meeting was "Seeking Justice: Reconciling with our Past, Reimagining the Future", highlighting important changes both currently underway and still necessary in the field of criminal justice. Temple's Criminal Justice department was very well represented at this year's edition of ASC's annual meeting with 21 of our graduate students and 14 of our faculty members presenting their research....
Ralph Young, author and history professor at Temple, has long been an advocate and chronicler of protest movements in America. In 2015, he authored Dissent: The History of an American Idea, a comprehensive account of our nation's history from the standpoint of the protest movements that helped shape it. Since its release, however, a tumultuous social and political landscape in America has made Young take a deeper look at the values that comprise meaningful dissent.
"I was thinking about events like January 6th and how a lot of Republicans claim they were just...
The National Committee of United States-China Relations for the Public Intellectuals Program, has selected Dr. Kin Cheung as one of the twenty leading China specialists selected for the eight round of the Public Intellectuals Program. Alumni Kin Cheung received both his MA and PhD from the Temple University Religion department in 2017. He is currently the chair for the Departments of Global Religions and Philosophy and is an Associate Professor of East and South Asian Religions at Moravian University.
Launched in 2005, PIP identifies outstanding members of the...
On Saturday, November 11th, 2023, Temple University's Public Policy program hosted its fourth Careers in Public Service Workshop at Temple University Center City Campus. Temple students, alumni, and professionals gathered to network and gain valuable insight into various career paths in public service.The compelling event featured panels of experienced practitioners, public officials, and accomplished alumni, each representing different facets of public service. Panelists lent their insights on specific policy fields and trajectories, including advocacy and lobbying, research...
In honor of National Coming Out Day 2023, Temple University's Department of Criminal Justice invited two scholars from the Rutgers School of Criminal Justice, with research focuses in queer criminology, Dr. Vanessa Panfil and Dr. Valerio Baćak, to address the LGBTQ+ issues related to the criminal legal system.On October 12th, Dr. Panfil discussed her journey into academia, particularly her research interests in the area of queer criminology and LGBTQ advocacy. Before pursuing academia, Dr. Panfil was an active advocator for LGBTQ rights, and still is to this day. During her...
Dacia Maraini in Conversation with Cristina Gragnani
Acclaimed Italian author and activist Dacia Maraini sat with Dr. Cristina Gragnani for a conversation on her latest book, Vita mia, a memoir based on her childhood experiences as a prisoner in a Japanese internment camp during World War II (1943-1945). The event occurred on November 7th, 2023, at 2:00 pm in our Women's Studies Lounge (Mazur Hall 821). The room was full of students, colleagues and members of the Philadelphia Community.
In 1939, Dacia's father, anthropologist Fosco Maraini, relocated...
Katie Brennan received her PhD in Philosophy from Temple in 2019, then went on to be an Associate Professor in the department from 2021 until 2023. She's since been selected as a Postdoctoral Fellow for the Canadian Extending New Narratives in the History of Philosophy. In January, she'll begin an Associate Professor position at Salve Regina University in Rhode Island. Read on to learn more about her current work and how her time at Temple positioned her for success.
Can you tell me anything about your research as a philosophy PhD here?
My dissertation is on Nietzsche,...
Toys are meant to provide a fun and creative outlet for children. And yet, over the years toys have faced many recalls, at times due to choking hazards or the presence of
We are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Gary D. Foster Award for Outstanding Research in Clinical Psychology. This award has been created in honor of the esteemed Gary Foster, CLA '95, whose career has exemplified excellence in academia, clinical practice and research.
He completed his doctoral training in the Clinical Psychology PhD program at Temple, under the mentorship of Phil Kendall. Gary then embarked on his journey at the University of Pennsylvania in 1995, where he began his career and thrived in all aspects of academic life and clinical practice...
The Philosophy Department congratulates David B. Hilt, Nordev Prize winner for the 2023-2024 academic year, for his Master Thesis "In Defense of Moderate Empiricism".
Reentry from prison, also known as prisoner reentry or reintegration, refers to the process of individuals transitioning back into society after serving time in prison. It involves various aspects such as finding housing, securing employment, reconnecting with family and support networks and addressing any educational or healthcare needs.
The goal of reentry programs and initiatives is to help formerly incarcerated individuals successfully reintegrate into their communities, reduce the likelihood of them returning to criminal activities and promote their...
Mary Byerley graduated from Temple in 2022 with a BA in Criminal Justice, and is current working on her law degree at the University of Florida. Read about how CJ courses, faculty and her experience in the department shaped her current career path!
What was your graduating class?
I graduated in May 2022
Where are you employed, what is your position, and what is your day-to-day life like?
I go to University of Florida, Levin College of Law in Gainesville Florida.
How has your Temple CJ degree helped you in your career?
Criminal Justice at Temple...
Jada Fenner is a current undergraduate student in the Criminal Justice program. Read more about her time in the program, favorite courses and much more!
What do you like most about your experience as CJ student?
I love being a Criminal Justice major at Temple University because it has allowed me to connect and find job opportunities. I have been able to connect with so many professors that are involved in this major. They have all given me insight and guidance over the past few years. Whether it is which classes look good for law school or which clubs should I get...
Sarah D. Jones is a PhD student in the Criminal Justice Department. She graduated from Temple University's 4+1 Accelerated M.A. program in Criminal Justice in May 2022. Read about Sarah's time here at Temple, her research and graduate school experience!
What made you choose Temple's graduate program for criminal justice?
I originally applied for the CJ 4+1 Accelerated M.A. program to be more competitive for law school after graduation. Once I got here, I fell in love with research and decided that pursuing a Ph.D. was right for me. After making such strong and...
Kelly Malone, a former Economics major coauthored "The Effect of Having an On-Campus Football Stadium on Attendance," with Professor Michael Leeds. This paper has been published as a chapter in The Economic Impact of Sports Facilities, Franchises, and Events: Contributions in Honor of Robert Baade, published by Springer.
