State Representatives Proposal Would Increase Tuition by $5,000
A state representative today proposed completely slashing the state's appropriation to Temple.
This would increase tuition by 45% or nearly $5,000 on average for a Pennsylvania resident as the University would lose tens of millions of dollars in anticipated funding This proposal is very time sensitive and is schedule to voted upon tomorrow. We are asking EVERY TEMPLES STUDENT who is a PENNSYLVANIA RESIDENT to email their state representative tonight or tomorrow morning in opposition to this proposal.How do you do this?
- Go to http://zip4.usps.com/zip4/welcome.jsp to determine your complete (9 digit) zip code (i.e. 19121-1203
- Go to http://www.house.state.pa.us/ and in the upper right hand corner, input your 9 digit zip code. This will tell you who your state representative is
- Click on your STATE REPRESENTATIVE'S name (not state senator)
- Scroll down the page until you see a link saying, in some fashion, "Click here to email/contact member"
- Fill out the required address information USING OUR HOME ADDRESS (not school address.)
- In the field that says message, concern, or some variety of that, copy and paste the below message.
- Click submit or send.
I am writing to you to express extreme concern about the state's appropriation to Temple University. As a Temple student, I depend on Temple for providing both an excellent and affordable education. If the state appropriation was removed in its entirety, tuition would increase 45% or nearly $5,000 for a Pennsylvania residents. Not only will this adversely affect students now, but it will saddle graduates with increased debt for years to come.Our Board of Trustees, in light of the difficult economic climate, approved a record low tuition increase of 2.9% and dedicated an additional $7 million to student financial aid. Due to these actions, millions of dollars in the University's operating budget have been slashed in favor of supporting students' ability to attend.Please support Pennsylvania's appropriation to Temple as it truly makes a tremendous difference in my life.
We know this sounds difficult, but it takes no more than 3 minutes. We need to show our state representatives that we are completely opposed to this proposal. With any questions or concerns, please contact tsgvps@temple.edu
Facilities Committee Meeting
Kylie was the student representative at the Board of Trustees Facilities Committee meeting, where they discussed several upcoming projects at the University. New exhaust pipes and air conditioners are to be installed at Johnson and Hardwick Residence Halls. The Bio-Life Sciences Building will see the remodeling of an office/lavatory, while the 3rd Floor of Speakman Hall will soon see all new furniture and curtains. The most exciting development for student is the renovations of the "overhang" between Anderson and Gladfelter Halls which will soon be receiving additional lighting and handicap access so more students can enjoy it
External Affairs Positions Named
Today, Anthony announced the appointment of the 5 remaining executive positions. Jessica Reed will serve as Director of Local Affairs, while Jamira Burley will be TSG's new Director of Community Affairs. Damon DeShields takes over as our new Director of Marketing, while Renee Gordon, former Senate President Pro Tempore, will serve as Director of Public Relations. TSG's Director of Information Technology will now be Steuart Wright, who will be responsible for our web presence. These five join Kylie, Jon, Jarae Hines, Sean O'Connell, and Aaron Wolf as the Executive Branch of TSG.
Senate Committee Chairs nominated
Senate President Jeff Dempsey has nominated the chairpersons of the TSG Senate's standing committees. Eva Alkasov has been nominated to lead the University Affairs Committee while Kevin Gerad has been tapped to head the Government Operations Committee. Natalie Ramos-Castillo has been nominated to serve as Chairperson of the Appropriations Committee, and Colin Saltry has been selected to lead the Student Life Committee. Upon confirmation by the Senate in September, the nominees will officially become the chairpersons of their respective committees.
New Chief of Staff Announced
President Kylie Patterson announced early this afternoon that Jarae Hines, previously TSG's Director of Historical Affairs, will serve as Chief of Staff for the upcoming year. We are incredibly excited to have Jarae on board to serve in this important position. The Chief of Staff oversees our office workers, coordinates between the different branches of TSG, works on special projects, and is in charge of several positions.