Temple University receives $1 million grant to boost campus safety

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Temple University is getting more than $1 million in federal funding to boost campus safety.

Congressman Brendan Boyle announced the funding alongside Temple President John Fry on Monday.

The money will go toward new equipment, additional training, and expanded community outreach for Temple police.

Fry says, "While this grant will help keep our community safe, the same can be said for our police officers, as one of the items included is new personal protective gear."

The funding will be used to strengthen public safety for students, university staff, and people living in the neighborhoods surrounding campus.