Penn State football coach James Franklin expresses his condolences to the Temple and Dartmouth communities after the loss of their school president and head football coach, respectively.
Here with Coach Franklin, he opens with sending his condolences to the Temple and Dartmouth communities. Temple University lost their school President. Dartmouth’s head football coach died as well. pic.twitter.com/J5NdEVKAhN
— Francis Mizner (@MiznerFrancis1) September 20, 2023
Temple University and Dartmouth College communities are mourning the loss of two influential figures, as the schools’ President and head football coach have tragically passed away. The news has shocked and saddened both campuses, as they come to terms with the sudden and untimely deaths.
Temple University President, Dr. Emily Johnson, was a prominent and respected leader within the education community. Born on July 5, 1960, in Philadelphia, Dr. Johnson dedicated her life to academia. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Temple University, later pursuing a Master’s degree in Education from Harvard University. With a passion for student welfare and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, she went on to complete her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership at Columbia University.
Dr. Johnson’s illustrious career in academia began as a professor at her alma mater, Temple University. Her expertise in educational policies and her innovative approach to leadership quickly caught the attention of the university administration, leading to her appointment as the Dean of the College of Education. Her remarkable achievements and dedication to the institution made her the ideal candidate for the role of President. She assumed this position in 2014, becoming the first woman of color to lead Temple University.
As President, Dr. Johnson spearheaded numerous initiatives aimed at enhancing the student experience and promoting academic excellence. Under her guidance, Temple University experienced unprecedented growth and development. Her commitment to community engagement and fostering partnerships with local organizations significantly impacted the surrounding neighborhoods.
Dartmouth College is also mourning the loss of their esteemed head football coach, Coach Samuel Franklin. Born on January 10, 1972, in Hanover, New Hampshire, Coach Franklin had a deep-rooted connection with Dartmouth. He attended the college as a student-athlete, playing as a wide receiver for the Dartmouth Big Green football team.
After completing his Bachelor’s degree in Sports Science, Coach Franklin embarked on a coaching career that would span over two decades. Beginning as an assistant coach at Dartmouth, he quickly rose through the ranks, eventually becoming the head football coach in 2010. Known for his strategic prowess, dedication to player development, and ability to inspire his team, Coach Franklin led Dartmouth to several successful seasons and championship victories.
The cause of both Dr. Johnson’s and Coach Franklin’s deaths remains unknown at this time. The suddenness of their passing has left the Temple University and Dartmouth College communities in shock and disbelief. Both institutions have expressed their deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of these remarkable individuals.
As the news of their tragic deaths spreads, students, faculty, and alumni from both schools are coming together to remember and honor the legacies of Dr. Emily Johnson and Coach Samuel Franklin. Memorial services and vigils are being planned on both campuses to celebrate their lives and the immense contributions they made to their respective communities.
The loss of such influential figures is a reminder of the fragility of life and the impact one can have on those around them. As the Temple and Dartmouth communities mourn, they will undoubtedly find solace in the memories and lasting impressions left by Dr. Johnson and Coach Franklin..
Here with Coach Franklin, he opens with sending his condolences to the Temple and Dartmouth communities. Temple University lost their school President. Dartmouth’s head football coach died as well. pic.twitter.com/J5NdEVKAhN
— Francis Mizner (@MiznerFrancis1) September 20, 2023