Temple University to name JoAnne E. Epps as acting president
JoAnne A. Epps, former Temple law school dean and provost who has spent nearly four decades at Temple, was named Temple's acting president Tuesday.
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JoAnne A. Epps, former Temple law school dean and provost who has spent nearly four decades at Temple, was named Temple's acting president Tuesday.
JoAnne Epps becomes the first African American woman president in the school's history.
The lawmakers said recent upheaval at Temple requires additional state oversight, following a series of issues that led to the resignation of Temple's president, Jason Wingard.
Former Temple President Jason Wingard officially resigned on March 31.
As Temple searches for its next president, the Editorial Board urges the university to set localized goals with thoroughly explained, realistic plans.