Meet your vegan bestie, Katharine Hampton, a “secret weapon” for animal rights
Whether she’s testifying before California’s Committee on Education or reviving Chapman’s Veg Club, the sophomore communication major serves as an advocate for animal rights everywhere and is encouraging others to do the same.
The stars are out for third annual Flower Moon Festival
On April 27, The Collective will host their third annual Flower Moon Festival at the Garden Amphitheater. Fifteen musical acts from Chapman and the local Orange area will play across three different stages throughout the evening alongside student vendors.
Sophia Chew is the main character in every universe
Photographer and digital artist Sophia Chew specializes in self-portraiture, inserting herself into fictional worlds inspired by her favorite books, series and films. Her work has caught the attention of millions of social media users and major brands too.
Playwrights’ Arena uplifts minority narratives in new production ‘Three’
Artistic director Jon Lawrence Rivera and playwright Nick Salamone sat down with The Panther to discuss the mission of the Playwright’s Arena theater and their new play ‘Three’ — a queer, American reimagining of Anton Chekov’s ‘The Three Sisters.’
Chapman professor keeps food fraud off shelves
Associate professor Rosalee Hellberg, who is also the associate program director of food science, conducts studies to detect mislabeling on seafood products and develop food safety practices to detect pathogens. She runs Chapman’s Food Protection Lab, which offers unique research opportunities to students interested in food fraud and food safety.
Veterans Club helps ease veteran students’ transition from service to school
Revived in 2023, Chapman’s Veterans Club offers a space for veteran students to find camaraderie, talk through shared experiences in the armed forces and learn about their benefits. Meetings are held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. at 549 W. Palm Ave.
Chapman professor tackles conservation, sustainability through research in forests around the world
Associate professor of biology Gregory Goldsmith sat down with The Panther to discuss his on-the-ground work in forest ecology, his passion for education and his recent publication in the prestigious science journal Nature.
Earvin Johnson brings the Magic to Argyros Distinguished Lecture Series
Entrepreneur, philanthropist and basketball Hall of Fame inductee Magic Johnson sat down with Argyros Dean Henrik Cronqvist on Sept. 22 to discuss his time on the Los Angeles Lakers, his post-basketball endeavors and how he navigated his HIV diagnosis from 1991.
Luke Nichter reshapes ‘60s political history in new book
The Chapman associate professor and James H. Cavanaugh Endowed Chair in Presidential Studies recently celebrated his new book, ‘The Year That Broke Politics: Collusion and Chaos in the Presidential Election of 1968,’ with a signing and Q&A at The Richard Nixon Library and Museum.
Circle Advertising delivers ad agency experience to Chapman students
Out of approximately 100 chapters, the university’s National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC) team, Circle Advertising, took third place in nationals thanks to their campaign for Indeed.
Chapman Student Org. Productions unite performing artists of all majors for 'It Shoulda Been You'
After two months of rehearsals, members of Chapman Student Org. Productions (CSOP) will perform the Broadway musical “It Shoulda Been You” across three nights on May 5, 6 and 7.
Actor and Chapman student Christian Weissmann talks creative fulfillment, breaking stigma
Junior creative producing major Christian Weissmann sat down with The Panther to discuss his early passion for acting, the trials and tribulations of a teen actor and his exploration of identity through essay writing.
Professor Lisa Cupolo draws upon decades of travel in her debut short story collection
Creative writing professor Lisa Cupolo leans on her memories from all over the world in order to capture the human experience in her W. S. Porter Prize-winning collection of short stories titled “Have Mercy on Us.”
The ChapTones bring perfect pitch to ICCA
On March 4, a cappella group The ChapTones was awarded second place at the ICCA quarterfinal round, earning them a trip to the semifinals on March 25 in Salem, Oregon.
Chapman professor recognized in top 1% of communication scholars
Between fundraising for dog rescues and leading impactful initiatives, Sara LaBelle was recognized by the national journal Communication Education as one of the most productive scholars in her field.
Third time’s a charm: student author completes first novel
Junior psychology and screenwriting double major Nicole Birch completed her first novel under the working title ‘The Merchant’s Daughter’ after two years of drafting.
Kids With Feet knock audience’s socks off
Chapman sketch comedy group Kids With Feet had their first live show of the semester on Nov. 3 with skits ranging from bad rap battles to Urban Dictionary reports.
Film nerds rejoice at The Frida Cinema trivia nights
During the last Tuesday of every month, residents around Orange County gather in groups of up to six at The Frida Cinema to participate in five rounds of film trivia.
Chapman authors recognized as emerging writers
Masters students Santa-Victoria Pérez and Montéz Jennings were acknowledged as emerging writers at the Literary Women Long Beach Festival of Authors.
Chapman to celebrate Hanukkah with menorah lighting ceremony
The Fish Interfaith Center will host an annual lighting of the menorah ceremony Nov. 29 in the Fashionables Courtyard to kick off Hanukkah.