It looks like the PA Governor, Senate President Pro Tempore, and House Speaker get to appoint a few members of Temple's board of trustees. There are also two politicians actively serving on the board right now:

• Patrick M. Browne, Esq. (PA Secretary of Revenue)
• Christine M. Tartaglione (PA Senator for 2nd District)

Might be worth reaching out to your state representatives to let them know if you have feelings on recent developments at Temple?