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Since the inception of its motto, "Perseverance Conquers," the idea of Temple Made has been seen as its living embodiment, dating as far back as the interpretation of the university's founder. Over more than two centuries, this precept still reflects the university ethos, which has inspired a continuum of astounding achievement without seeking self-aggrandizement. In the biographical synopses of thirty Temple alumni, it becomes clear that the impetus of Temple Made: Profiles in Grit is to recognize monumental acts of selfless giving. Contemporary fidelity to this foundational mandate remains absolute, evidenced by the interpreted motto in concert with the title. Made must be hewn and forged—not founded by academic rigor alone. The author, Ronnyjane Goldsmith, explains how grit speaks of courage, commitment, and integrity. A critical aspect of the book is that the synopsis of those whose lives have exemplified this dictum remains an ongoing impetus for current students. Although many of those have received recognition in their fields, they are not widely known to the public, and they need to be known as sources of inspired motivation. Such contributions exemplify what it means to be genuinely humane. What's particularly remarkable is that many of these accomplished alumni came from impoverished backgrounds characterized by seemingly overwhelming struggles and social barriers, where the prospect of attending college seemed impossible.
Ronnyjane Goldsmith includes artists such as the author of a self-help book translated into 25 languages, and those who have broken through glass ceilings, opening doors for millions of people who faced limitations due to ethnic prejudice, gender bias, and societal barriers. There is the proud acknowledgment of a world-renowned geneticist who eliminated tuition debt from a distinguished university, the work of a social scientist whose expertise contributed to ending school segregation, and one of the most significant leaders in Namibia's liberation struggle whose exceptional diplomacy led to a prominent position in the United Nations. These representative summations merely scratch the surface of what the book entails and signifies. What is seminal to grasping the essence of Temple Made: Profiles in Grit is to appreciate these profiles as being laudatory in their own right and emblematic for every Temple student. Repeatedly demonstrating committed perseverance speaks of a readership well beyond those affiliated with the University. This collection of the greatness of those driven by visionary pragmatism—doing what was needed—and ascending to the heights of lasting accomplishment is indelibly celebrated. In every respect, the significance of Temple Made is truly extraordinary.
