Temple gathers to mourn, remember university president who died suddenly – Metro Philadelphia

Sign up for our Daily Email newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest local news throughout Philadelphia. Temple University’s iconic Bell Tower was draped in black Wednesday, as staff, students, family members and others gathered a day after the sudden death of the school’s president, JoAnne A. Epps. Several of the college’s long-time administrators offered remarks at the vigil, which also included 10 seconds of silence and student Jacqueline Johnson performing “Amazing Grace.” “Yesterday, we lost a great leader, a great friend, a great human being,” said Temple Chancellor Richard...