Temple University announced their new scholarship program which aims to aid North Philadelphian students in the 19121, 19122, 19132 and 19133 zip codes today. Over the next 10 years, 250 four-year scholarships will be awarded to recipients in the amount of $5,000 per year.

The incoming fall 2011 freshman class had the honor of receiving the first set of awards today in the Feinstone Lounge, Sullivan Hall.

For more coverage on this event be sure to pick up The Temple News tomorrow, Aug. 30.