Temple University

Temple University is a university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Temple University was founded in 1884 by Dr. Russell Conwell and became known as Temple College in 1888. In 1907, the college became a fully accredited university. Temple University is the 28th largest university in the United States, is the sixth largest provider of professional education in the country and is known for its programs in law, education, media, business and health sciences.

Famous alumni

• Ben Bova, science fiction author
• Richard Brooks, filmmaker
• Rick Brunson, NBA player
• Bill Cosby, comedian
• Edwin Duing Eshleman, former Republican congressman
• Daryl Hall, musician
• Lois Hamilton, actress
• Trenton Doyle Hancock, artist
• Tim Heidecker, comedian
• Joe Hoeffel, former Democratic congressman
• Eddie Jones, NBA player
• Paul E. Kanjorski, Democratic congressman
• Aaron McKie, NBA player
• Bill Mensch, computer scientist
• Ronn Owens, radio talk show host
• James Parrish, football player
• Bob Saget, comedian
• Jim Saxton, former Republican congressman
• Ed Sciaky, disc jockey
• Tom Sizemore, actor
• John F. Street, Philadelphia mayor
• Eric Wareheim, comedian
• Vincent Fumo, Democratic state senator