Gov. Newsom signs executive order to study use of AI
Newsom recently signed an executive order addressing the increasing use of artificial intelligence by studying the development, use and risks of artificial technology in California.
2022 OC Hate Crime Report is released, incidents have risen by 13% from last year
New statistics from the 2022 OC Hate Crime Report show a dramatic increase in hate-related activity in the county.
SGA reverts funding policies after student org leaders express growing need for further collaboration, transparency
Numerous student organizations wrote, signed and sent SGA an open letter on Sept. 21, thanking them for reverting back to previous semester’s club funding procedures.
Pride and Prejudice in Orange County
In recent years, OC went from being a safe haven for the LGBTQ+ community to a battleground where members of the community are finding many of their rights and identities being challenged.
With 28 new COVID-19 cases, Chapman offers new COVID-19 booster shot
Students and faculty are now able to receive the new COVID-19 booster and flu vaccination on campus.
Global leaders at 2023 G20 summit unite together to address pressing global challenges, concerns
The 2023 G20 Summit in New Delhi earlier this month addressed pressing global issues, including the war in Ukraine, the climate crisis and more.
Ongoing fentanyl crisis in Orange County, California due to illicitly manufactured fentanyl
The fentanyl epidemic has been impacting Orange County as mortality rates continue to increase, and Orange County allocates funding for drug and prevention programs to mitigate the issue.
IS&T installs new mobile printing software around campus
The new print stations include a touch screen and allow students to print directly from their phones.
Killefer building renovations to open new opportunities for research, engagement for Chapman University
The historic Lydia D. Killefer building is being renovated to house the Institute for Quantum Studies and the Advanced Physics Laboratory.
Center for Undergraduate Excellence’s move to Memorial Hall raises accessibility concerns among students, faculty
The Center for Undergraduate Excellence (CUE) was moved to Memorial Hall’s third floor, where it can only be accessed via stairs.
Earvin “Magic” Johnson announces $10 million gift from Argyros Family to expand Argyros School of Business and Economics
At the first event of the distinguished lecture series, a $10 million gift was announced to expand the Argyros School of Business and Economics into the Argyros College of Business and Economics.
Chapman takes a legal look at how to handle immigration policy after removal of Title 42
Following the lift of Title 42, immigrants now have new rules in applying for asylum. Chapman law faculty presented a webinar on Sept. 20 explaining the situation and what this means for immigrants’ legal rights.
Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education event details a hero’s inspiring story
Rebecca Donner’s Sept. 12 lecture transported readers into the life of Mildred Harnack, an American who helped raise awareness of Hitler’s actions during World War II.
Students experience overcrowding again as Chapman’s population continues to expand
New strategies hope to help defeat the struggles associated with overcrowding on campus.
City of Orange schools to implement transgender notification amid controversy from students, OC board members
The City of Orange’s school district is moving to pass a policy that would require schools to notify parents if their child identifies as transgender.
Nearly 500 migrants have been bused to Los Angeles by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott
The Texas governor started sending migrants to Los Angeles via bus in June, and the Biden-Harris administration plans to use GPS monitoring devices to monitor migrant families.
SPCS mental health resources available to aid Chapman students through their college journey
Learn about the different mental health resources Chapman University offers students.
Biden-Harris Administration launches SAVE plan after Supreme Court rejects student loan forgiveness plan
The Supreme Court struck down the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to forgive up to $400 billion in debt, but it persists by launching a new SAVE repayment plan.
Analysis | The presidential prosecution of Donald J. Trump
Former President Donald J. Trump’s unprecedented legal challenges and their ramifications — the indictment of a former president and upcoming presidential candidate.
OC Grand Jury suggests plans to combat human sex trafficking in recent report
The Orange County Grand Jury released their human sex trafficking report in June 2023, urging for more funding and advanced databases to better keep track of traffickers, victims and clients.
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