The Lew Klein Alumni in the Media Awards honor Temple alumni and media professionals whose work exemplifies excellence and impact. The 2025 ceremony celebrates leaders in journalism, broadcasting and digital media who reflect the values of Lew Klein.
2025 Lew Klein Alumni in the Media Awards
Join us for the Lew Klein Alumni in the Media Awards on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025.
This event will include a student conversation with David Muir in addition to a special evening reception, awards ceremony and dinner to honor a media luminary and outstanding alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of media, embodying the spirit and legacy of Lew Klein.
Included in your ticket purchase:
Complementary valet parking
Full open bar
Cocktail reception with hors d’oeuvres
Sit down dinner
Dessert reception
Student Conversation with David Muir
Each year, Klein College of Media and Communication at Temple University honors one luminary from the media industry whose work and career serve as inspiration to its students. This year, the 2025 Lew Klein Excellence in the Media awardee is David Muir, anchor and managing editor of ABC World News Tonight.
This event is exclusively for Temple University students, faculty, staff and invited guests.
Space is limited. Registration is free but required.
2025 Honorees
Excellence in the Media Honoree
David Muir
Anchor and Managing Editor of ABC World News Tonight with David Muir
Excellence in the Media Honoree
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Lesly Attarian ’90
Vice President of Development, Historic Philadelphia
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Jordy Freed ’12
Head of Brand, Business Development, Partner Marketing & Strategy, Sony
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Rising Star Honoree
