Global supply chain issues hit Orange County small businesses
Global supply chain issues are affecting the U.S. economy and consumers during the peak holiday and shopping season, and Orange County small businesses have also started to feel the effects of these shortages.
‘Faith that does justice’: Father Gregory Boyle to visit Chapman campus
Father Gregory Boyle, founder and director of Homeboy Industries, will come to Chapman tonight at 5 p.m. to discuss compassion and sympathy in a hateful world.
California passes Menstrual Equity for All Act
A new piece of legislation requiring all public schools in the state to provide free menstrual products was recently signed into law by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Diversity and Social Justice Forum Symposium to address racism during the pandemic and criminal justice system
The symposium is an annual event that addresses different social justice issues regarding diversity, equity and inclusion each year.
‘Get out there and enjoy it:’ Fauci said Halloween set to resume as normal for vaccinated individuals
With the end of the COVID-19 pandemic still not in sight, some individuals are still concerned about whether it's safe to gather on Halloween night, despite the assurance of Biden’s chief medical advisor, Anthony Fauci.
Interterm, spring 2022 study abroad canceled
Provost Norma Bouchard alerted Chapman faculty, staff and students Oct. 6 that international study abroad programs for interterm, spring break and the spring 2022 semester were canceled, while domestic programs would remain as scheduled, for now.
On-campus, local organizations address Orange County’s ongoing homelessness crisis
Chapman’s Poor People’s Campaign club and Family Promise Orange County promote awareness about people experiencing homelessness locally and nationally.

Student petition against Chapman’s COVID-19 protocols demands immediate action
Chapman students have organized a petition criticizing the university’s current in-person COVID-19 safety protocols and offering solutions.
Replenish and recharge: a new on-campus meditation space
Sanjay Kumar, the director of contemplative practices and well-being at Chapman University, created a new meditation space to promote positive mental health for the community.
College of Performing Arts provides specialty-made masks for singers
Chapman faculty and students are eager to get back to live performances, with the help of masks designed specially for singing.
Incoming first-years eager about potential boost in diversity at Chapman
Incoming freshmen reflect on the importance of diversity in their college decision-making and their excitement for the next four years.
Student-created diversity bulletin board vandalized three times
A bulletin board promoting diversity and inclusion in Chapman Grand was vandalized for the third time this semester April 13.
Virtual memorial service to commemorate lives lost during pandemic
Fish Interfaith Center staff will host a community memorial service April 26 for students, faculty and staff to virtually gather together.
The Hilbert Museum reopens doors, plans massive expansion
The Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman will see an over $9 million expansion that will triple its size to offer new gallery spaces.
Dodge College adds new faculty, departments for fall semester
Dodge College of Film and Media Arts has made strides in the last year since Stephen Galloway’s appointment as the school’s dean.
Disneyland included in California’s new amusement park guidelines
Disneyland fans voiced mixed reactions to California’s new April 1 reopening guidelines.
Women’s Herstory kickoff celebrates Women’s History Month
Chapman’s Cross-Cultural Center began Women’s History Month with a virtual kickoff event featuring a student panel.
New engineering building opening July 2021
The construction of the Swenson Family Hall of Engineering will provide Fowler School of Engineering with new technology and spaces.
Sorority recruitment goes virtual
Sorority chapters adjusted their recruitment process to fit an online format that attempted to mimic the in-person experience.
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