When students begin classes for the fall 2026 semester at Temple University Ambler, they will be met with a special celebration!
Temple University Ambler has planned several activities for students to help them start the year off right by meeting new friends, having fun and acclimating to their new environment.
"Week of Welcome activities allow new students to familiarize themselves with the campus and everything offered here. Returning students can reconnect and learn more about new programs for the upcoming year," said Holly Lynn, Assistant Director of Campus and Student Engagement. "The goal of Welcome Week is to get students back in the Temple University spirit and engaging with the campus community!"
Friday, August 21
TempleFest
Temple Ambler students are encouraged to take part in TempleFest at Main Campus on August 21! Getting connected to other Owls has never been so easy. Discover all the ways to get involved at Temple’s premier student organization and resource fair. Completely taking over Main Campus, check out more than 400 registered clubs and organizations and campus resources while enjoying performances from Temple students on the main stage!
Monday, August 24 through Friday, August 28
First Day of Classes Photo Op!
Stop by the Learning Center Lobby and take a photo to commemorate your first year, your final year or your umpteenth year of college with our banner and props! Be sure to tag us — #TempleAmbler!
Tours and Resources
During the first week of classes, students are invited to take an Ambler Campus Tour by stopping into the Welcome Center off of the Learning Center Lobby and find out about various Temple Resources at the Resource Table in the Learning Center Lobby.
Daily Scavenger Hunt
The hunt is on! Students, search all around campus (be sure to check for Scavenger Hunt clues on Instagram — @TempleAmbler). Prizes will be given to the winners!
Ambler T-Shirt Design Content
Temple Ambler students are creative and proud of their campus. It’s time to show that off with a t-shirt content! Email entries to holly,lynn@temple.edu.
Monday, August 24
Perk Up, Owls!
Stop by the Learning Center Lobby from 8:45 to 11 a.m. and enjoy some caffeine and a sweet treat to start your day of classes off right!
Ambler Bingo
Listen to those letters and numbers and you could be a winner! Win prizes for your college experience during Ambler Bingo from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Learning Center Lobby!
Tuesday, August 25
Temple Ambler Involvement Fair
Students are invited to visit the Temple Ambler Involvement Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Learning Center Lawn. Looking for a club, a job, a resource, a friend? Check out all the different ways to be involved at Temple Ambler!
"At the Involvement Fair, students can learn about how Temple resources can help students in their academic and personal journeys,” said Lynn. “Student organizations and departments with student programs and student worker jobs will be seeking interested students.”
Kono Pizza Truck
Get involved and grab lunch! During the involvement the Kono Pizza Truck will be located in Parking Lot 2 near the Ambler Learning Center from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Kono accepts cash, card and payment apps.
Wednesday, August 26
Volunteering in the Ambler Arboretum
The Ambler Arboretum of Temple University takes a great deal of care to maintain this living laboratory for students, faculty and visitors! It’s time to get your hands dirty and help keep our garden spaces beautiful! Meet at the Learning Center Lawn. The volunteer opportunity will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thursday, August 27
Whatchya Readin’ Book Club
A book club with no assigned books and no deadlines! Simply spend time with faculty, staff and students talking about books and more! Engage in conversation about the books you’re reading, podcasts you’re listening to and movies or tv shows inspired by books. The Whatchya Readin’ Book Club meets each month in the Ambler Campus Library — join us from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.!
Pool Party
Splish splash on over to the Temple Ambler Pool from 1 to 3 p.m.! We have floaties, noodles and cold treats. A dip in the cool water is just what you deserve as a break from the first week of classes!
For more information on Weeks of Welcome and other Student Life activities and events at Temple University Ambler, contact 267-468-8107 or [click-for-email]. Be sure to check out the Inter-Campus Bus Schedule here!
