Winter storm takes Southern California residents by surprise
Over the last few weeks, a momentous winter storm has shocked California residents, leaving many, such as Chapman University commuters, unprepared.
American Bar Association votes to keep LSAT for law school applicants
After months of debate, the American Bar Association (ABA) officially decided to keep the LSAT for law school applicants across the country.
Chapman community remembers the victims from Monterey Park shooting
Chapman University held a vigil in remembrance of the lives lost during the mass shooting in Monterey Park on Jan. 21
New House speaker elected after 15 rounds of voting
After 15 rounds of voting spanning several days in early January, the house finally elected Republican Kevin McCarthy as speaker.
UC grad students go on strike to enforce higher wages
University of California graduate students and academic workers have been recently protesting for better pay, job security and other benefits, including child care subsidies and improved healthcare.
Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan takes hits from federal court
Ever since President Joe Biden’s administration announced that student loan relief was on its way, there has been a mixed response from the general public regarding this decision.
Chapman restaurant services creates recipe request form
To provide more food options in the dining hall, the university unveiled a form for students to recommend new recipes that will help to diversify students’ personal and cultural palettes.
State of emergency declared in Orange County following new respiratory virus
Orange County hospitals have filled to the brim as a result of a respiratory syncytial virus and officials were quick to declare it a health emergency across the county.
Attallah College’s partnership with Santa Ana school district creates special education teaching program
Through the new “Grow Your Own” program, teachers from the Santa Ana School Unified District (SAUSD) can receive a master’s degree and teaching credentials without any out-of-pocket costs.
Student loan relief application temporarily blocked days after official release to public
The student loan forgiveness application for current college students and alumni with loans is now open for students to apply for debt relief.
OC-San Diego train service halts after landslide and coastal erosion
A state of emergency was declared late September due to a landslide and coastal erosion that has halted the Orange County-San Diego train service.
Catalytic converter thefts continue in Chapman and OC
Throughout the county and the U.S., many people have been experiencing their catalytic converters being stolen in the last few months.
Event to feature Santa Ana Unified’s plan for K-12 ethnic studies curriculum
The event will feature guest speakers including Carolyn Torres, SAUSD board vice president and Jerry Almendarez, SAUSD superintendent.
Newsom signs CARE Court bill aimed towards homelessness
The new and controversial community assistance, recovery and empowerment bill is meant to aid with homelessness and mental health.
Chapman unveils new water conservation plans
Over the past few weeks, Chapman has been making subtle changes to expand water conservation efforts.
Biden announces student loan forgiveness plan; Chapman alumni react
Chapman alumni share their thoughts and opinions on Biden’s recent loan forgiveness plan.
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