Investiture
President John A. Fry
April 3–4, 2025
Temple University Main Campus
Join us as we come together to celebrate Temple University and the investiture of John A. Fry as our 15th president on Friday, April 4. The investiture will be held as part of a week of events, including the annual Temple Made Days and featuring Innovation with Impact on Thursday, April 3, a day showcasing Temple’s global contributions through scholarship, research, creative works and service.
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Thursday, April 3, 2025
Innovation with Impact Sessions
Join us for a dynamic, day-long celebration of Temple University’s ingenuity, resilience and far-reaching contributions to society. Taking place on the eve of President John Fry’s investiture as Temple's 15th president, this event will highlight the groundbreaking achievements of our students, faculty and staff across disciplines.
From cutting-edge research and community partnerships to creative arts and entrepreneurial endeavors, the day will highlight how Temple is driving innovation on campus, in Philadelphia and beyond. With interactive keynotes, panels, workshops, campus tours and digital experiences, Innovation with Impact invites the entire Temple family—on-campus and around the globe—to come together and celebrate our shared path to progress.
8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Innovations in Research and Teaching
- Arts and Innovation Showcase
- Lightning Round Talks
- Fireside Chat with Notable Guest Speaker Interviewed by President Fry (Invitation only)
- Reception
Friday, April 4, 2025
Investiture
The investiture ceremony will honor the university’s legacy, mission and community, embrace our shared vision for the future, and install John A. Fry as Temple’s 15th president.
10 a.m.
Temple Performing Arts Center
1837 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19122
Student Event
More details to be provided.
3 p.m.
Sunday, March 31 to Saturday, April 5, 2025
Temple Made Days
- Third Annual Scholarship Reception (Invitation only)
- Cherry and White Networking Night
- Honoree Celebration (Invitation only)
- Alumni Leadership Summit (Invitation only)
- Temple Made Fest