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Oct 133 min read
Charity of Choice- Philly House.
Every school year, TU-AMA selects one non-profit or local organization in Philadelphia that positively impacts its surrounding community,...
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Feb 272 min read
Social Impact Week 2024 Recap
This year Social Impact hosted its 5th annual Social Impact Week.
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Oct 7, 20232 min read
Charity of Choice: YAP!
Authors: Natalie Diedericks & Alexia Fotopoulos Every school year, TU-AMA selects one non-profit or local organization in Philadelphia...
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Apr 6, 20233 min read
Simple Ways to Become More Eco-Friendly in Anticipation of Earth Day 2023!
Becoming sustainable can feel overwhelming and daunting. It is easy to throw in the towel and question whether your actions are making a...
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Feb 27, 20233 min read
Hidden Gems of Philadelphia: Art Museums & Galleries
If you’ve spent time living in the city of Philadelphia, you’ve at one point set out to engage in the rich culture of the city. You have...
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Jan 30, 20232 min read
Creating a Greener Philadelphia
Living in a city such as Philadelphia, it can be difficult to find a park or green space to hang out at, let alone a place where people...
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Dec 15, 20224 min read
Community Pantries Fill the Food Gap
Countless individuals across Philadelphia struggle to prepare a hot meal for themselves. Do you know someone in the same situation and...
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Nov 10, 20223 min read
Giving Today and Everyday
In 2012 at the 92nd Street Y and the Beffer Center for Innovation & Social Impact, Giving Tuesday was created. Giving Tuesday is an...
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Sep 27, 20222 min read
Let Donations Dominate
Clothing is a vital and routine aspect of one’s life; as often as we dispose of clothing, how often do we consider where it all goes?...
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Apr 12, 20222 min read
The “SEPTA Struggle”
Recent violence on SEPTA services has left many Philadelphians feeling unsafe when using the public transportation system. For the...
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Mar 23, 20223 min read
Mad Women: Creating Female Marketing History
Women’s History Month constitutes remembrance towards the influential women who have paved the way for future generations to come, and...
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Feb 28, 20223 min read
Cecil B. Moore L.O.V.E
Who is Cecil B. Moore Cecil Bassett Moore was born April 2, 1915. He is originally from West Virginia. Following his service as a marine...
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Jan 24, 20223 min read
COVID-19 and Code Blue: A Brutal Combination for the Homeless
As omicron cases rise, so does the severity of cold temperatures, both presenting challenges for the unhoused population. Philadelphia’s...
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Dec 26, 20212 min read
The Rise of Gun Violence In Philadelphia
There have been 535 homicides in the City of Philadelphia in 2021, a 13% increase from 2020, and the highest rate since 1960. Of those...
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Dec 12, 20213 min read
Food Insecurity in Philadelphia
In 2021, 38 million Americans faced food insecurity according to the USDA. Food insecurity occurs when an individual has limited access...
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Oct 27, 20213 min read
Halloween Thrifting Guide: A guide to shopping sustainably for your Halloween costume this year!
Ah, thrifting. A necessity for some, a hobby for others, and a sustainable way to piece together your dream costume for your upcoming...
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Sep 19, 20213 min read
The Broken Window Theory
When the end of July rolls around and off-campus apartment leases are up, Temple University students move in and out of them. For those...
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Apr 5, 20214 min read
CSR: A New Era for Business
Corporate Social Responsibility is a self-regulating business model that helps a company be socially accountable.
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Mar 4, 20213 min read
Sexism: Define It. Discuss It. Eradicate It.
“Sexism” has become a dirty word that no one wants to address or discuss, even if it is still happening in our world and workplaces.
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