Chapman graduation, retention rates fluctuate over past decade
The Panther looked through data on the university’s graduation and retention rates from over the past decade.
Diving into the 2022 midterm ballot propositions
The Panther breaks down all seven propositions that California voters will vote on during this year’s midterm elections.
Who takes home the biggest paycheck at Chapman University?
Chapman’s most recent 990 file is from the 2019-2020 fiscal year, and it includes a breakdown of which individuals had the most reportable compensation from the university. Here are the top 10 highest earners of the university
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.
Analysis | Orange County residents predict results for upcoming midterm election
With the increase of purple in the County, residents and voters analyze how they believe this recent shift will affect the outcomes of the midterm elections.
Health Center shifts doctor’s notes policies
With COVID-19 altering healthcare policies in California and university students reported to be abusing doctor’s notes, the university’s health center affirms new policies for providing doctor’s notes to students.
Q&A | 2022 Orange City Council candidates
Twelve candidates are running for five open seats on the Orange City Council this year — the mayor and Districts 1, 3, 4 and 6.
Protests reach Orange County following death of Mahsa Amini
Members of Chapman’s Iranian Student Cultural Organization have hosted several protests and demonstrations have come together t
Analysis | Some collegiate-level textbooks still use outdated racial terminology
Several textbooks are using terms that are not socially acceptable like “Blacks,” when the appropriate term to use is “Black,” “person of color” or “African-American.”
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.
Q&A | A sit-down with CA’s 40th district candidate Asif Mahmood
Democratic physician and pulmonologist Asif Mahmood is running against Republican incumbent Young Kim for the state’s 40th district seat in the House of Representatives.
Gas prices in California continue to increase higher than U.S. average
The state’s gas prices have risen over $2 more than the U.S. average due to offline oil refineries, prompting an uproar among many residents in the state to demand a decrease in prices.
Where did COVID-19 clearance monitors go?: Chapman officially changes COVID protocols
As of Sept. 26, COVID-19 protocols on campus have been eased to mirror the decrease in positive cases among the Chapman community.
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.
Hundreds of bills signed affirming California’s progressive legislature and protection of civil rights
Following the criminalization of transgender youth and women’s reproductive healthcare in many states, Gov. Gavin Newsom stands with civil rights-related laws.
Annual security and fire report depicts drug referrals, burglary and fire information
The annual security and fires safety report displays information regarding fires and criminal activity that occurred between 2019 to 2021.
‘Reclaiming Our Voice’: ethnic studies curriculum makes its way to Santa Ana Unified School District
Chapman University hosted an event Oct. 4 highlighting the ethnic studies program recently implemented at Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) in hopes for the curriculum to become more apparent in other school districts in Orange County.
New LGBTQ+ Civil Rights library database opens social justice opportunities
HeinOnline’s LGBTQ+ Civil Rights database is now accessible for Chapman students and staff to immerse themselves in the history and activism of the LGBTQ+ civil rights movement across the U.S.
Hate crimes and incidents continue to rise in OC for seventh year
According to the latest Orange County hate crime report published by the OC Human Relations Commission, hate activity has continued to increase.
Mara Liasson shares her thoughts regarding 2022, 2024 elections
The NPR correspondent and Fox News contributor Mara Liasson speaks on the increasing political divisions in America with Chapman University political science professor Lori Cox Han
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