Temple University announced that Acting President JoAnne A. Epps has passed away after collapsing on stage. Epps was taken to Temple University Hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
JUST IN: Temple University Says Acting President JoAnne A. Epps Has Died After Collapsing On Stage
Epps was transported to Temple University Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. pic.twitter.com/pJgaT2SYBn
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Temple University is mourning the loss of Acting President JoAnne A. Epps, who tragically passed away after collapsing on stage. The news of her sudden demise has left the university community in shock and disbelief.
Epps was a highly respected academician and legal expert. Born in Philadelphia, she dedicated her life to the pursuit of knowledge and justice. Epps graduated from Trinity College, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She then went on to obtain her Juris Doctor degree from Yale Law School, a milestone that set the stage for her illustrious career.
With a passion for law and education, Epps joined Temple University in 1985 as a faculty member at the Beasley School of Law. She quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the Dean of the Law School in 2008. Epps’ leadership and vision led to significant advancements within the institution, including the creation of innovative programs and initiatives that propelled Temple University’s reputation as a top-tier law school.
In recognition of her remarkable contributions, Epps was appointed as the Acting President of Temple University in 2021. She embraced this new role with enthusiasm and determination, continuing to advocate for diversity, inclusion, and academic excellence.
Following her collapse on stage, Epps was immediately rushed to Temple University Hospital. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, she was tragically pronounced dead upon arrival. The exact cause of her untimely passing remains unknown, leaving friends, colleagues, and the wider community in shock and mourning.
The university has set up a grief support system to help students, faculty, and staff cope with the loss. Epps’ legacy will undoubtedly endure through the countless lives she touched and the indelible mark she left on Temple University.
As the Temple University community grieves the loss of Acting President JoAnne A. Epps, they will undoubtedly remember her as a trailblazer, a champion of justice, and a compassionate leader. The void she leaves behind will be deeply felt, but her impact will continue to shape the institution she dedicated her life to serving..
JUST IN: Temple University Says Acting President JoAnne A. Epps Has Died After Collapsing On Stage
Epps was transported to Temple University Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. pic.twitter.com/pJgaT2SYBn
— Insider Corner (@insidercnews) September 19, 2023