John Fry, the former president of Drexel University, has been appointed as the 15th president of Temple University after a unanimous confirmation by Temple's Board of Trustees. Fry's selection follows a national search process and community engagement, with him expressing gratitude for the opportunity. He will transition to Temple once new leadership is identified for Drexel, where he has been serving since 2010. Fry's track record includes successful fundraising efforts at Drexel, and Temple's Board of Trustees has welcomed his appointment with enthusiasm, highlighting his expertise in academic excellence, community engagement, and fundraising.