How is AI transforming the way we teach, learn, and conduct research? This panel brings together Temple experts to explore the opportunities and challenges AI presents in academia—from personalized learning and innovative teaching strategies to ethical concerns and academic integrity. Join the conversation on how we can harness AI’s potential while ensuring equitable and responsible use in education and scholarship.

Time: 1:00–1:40 PM
Location:
1810 Liacouras Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Temple University community members work every day to improve the health of people living in North Philadelphia through prevention, treatment, and community care. This panel will highlight real-world examples of how Temple’s healthcare professionals collaborate to address urgent health challenges—providing essential services, tackling chronic conditions, and ensuring patients can return to their daily lives as quickly as possible.

Time: 1:00–1:40 PM
Location:
Alter Hall, 7th Floor
1801 Liacouras Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Four decades after Claire Smith, a trailblazing Temple Journalism faculty member, was barred from a Major League Baseball locker room, women in sports media continue to break barriers. But how much has really changed? This panel brings together past and present sports journalists to share their experiences, challenges, and victories in a field still dominated by men. Join the conversation on the progress made—and the work still ahead.

Time: 1:50–2:30 PM
Location:
Alter Hall, 7th Floor
1801 Liacouras Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19122

What does it take to turn a breakthrough idea into a real-world impact? This panel explores the journey of innovation—from academic research and discovery to patenting, company formation and commercialization. Each inventor will share their unique path, highlighting challenges, successes, and the lessons learned along the way. The discussion will conclude with a look at the broader impact of their work and how their inventions are shaping the future. 

Time: 1:50–2:30 PM
Location:
Alter Hall, 7th Floor
1801 Liacouras Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Cybersounds is Boyer’s long-running concert series showcasing innovative works that integrate music and technology. The series presents cutting-edge music from around Philadelphia, the nation, and the world, including by Temple students and faculty. 

Temple’s electronic music ensemble, BEEP (Boyer College Electroacoustic Ensemble Project) specializes in electroacoustic music, blending styles from electronic dance music to abstract classical compositions. BEEP's primary mission is to forge new paths in music and technology, bringing together individuals with diverse talents to explore novel sound creation possibilities. The ensemble has been featured at ICMC in Daegu, South Korea, SEAMUS, the NY Electronic Arts Festival, and headlined the Andy Warhol exhibition in Beijing’s M WOODS contemporary art gallery. BEEP continues to push the boundaries of music technology through global performances and innovation.

Time: 3:00–3:30 PM
Location:
Rock Hall
1715 N. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Dr. Kimmika Williams-Witherspoon (School of Theater, Film and Media Arts and the Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts) and Joseph V. Labolito (Philadelphia Collections) come together to present stories about Philadelphia neighborhoods through photographs and poetic ethnography.

Time: 3:30–4:00 PM
Location:
MBA Commons
1801 Liacouras Walk
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Stroll through the beautiful gallery spaces of the Tyler School of Art and Architecture, including Temple Contemporary and the Edgar Heap of Birds Family Gallery. Explore works by graduating MFA students Mollie Hansen, Maedeh Mehdipour, Ally Messer and Madeline Rodriguez, then wander through the hallways to discover more exhibitions.

Experience our Metal, Jewelry, CAD/CAM (MJCC) Thesis Exhibitions, Visual Studies Thesis Exhibitions, and BFA Thesis exhibitions in the Stella Elkins Tyler Gallery featuring work by Mahalia Trudeau-Williams, Madi Guido and Rae Bieda.

Don’t miss the Tyler courtyard, where you'll find a newly planted tree by Sam Van Aken, the 2025–2026 Jack Wolgin Visiting Artist. Van Aken, renowned for his Tree of 40 Fruit—a multi-grafted tree producing forty different heirloom and antique fruit varieties—seamlessly blends art, agriculture and sustainability in his groundbreaking work.

Time: 4:00–4:30 PM
Location:
Tyler School of Art and Architecture
2001 N. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Time: 4:00–5:00 PM
Location:
Howard Gittis Student Center
1755 N. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Time: 4:30–6:30 PM
Location:
Temple Performing Arts Center (Main Lobby and Balcony Area)
1837 N Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122

Join us for an engaging discussion featuring John Fry, President of Temple University, and Ellen Cooper, Chairman, President and CEO of Lincoln Financial Group. As a distinguished Temple alumna and trailblazing leader in the financial industry, Cooper will share insights on leadership, innovation and the evolving financial landscape. Don't miss this opportunity for a thought-provoking conversation on shaping the future of business and education.

Time: 11:00–11:45 AM
Location:
Rock Hall Auditorium 
1715 N. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122 

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Time: 2:00–3:30 PM
Location:
Temple Performing Arts Center (Klein Hall)
1837 N Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19122