Recent events prompt tensions between Israel, Palestine supporters at Chapman
Chapman’s Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) held an event on April 12 with TikTok influencer Maya Abdallah in attendance, which prompted outcry from supporters of Israel in regard to their safety on campus.
Chapman announces early stages of new on-campus Student Success Center
Over the next few years, Chapman will be developing a Student Success Center with the purpose of helping to prioritize student academic and personal needs. Bhathal Student Services Center (pictured) is one location the university is eyeing for the new center.
Rabbi Cassi Kail joins Chapman University as the new Director of Jewish Life
Kail shares her intentions of fostering a sense of belonging among the university’s Jewish students and promoting open communication on campus for all.
Chapman University celebrates its 25th annual Holocaust Art, Writing Contest
The contest, alongside Chapman’s Holocaust Studies course, allows students all across the country to remember a deeply tragic event in global history.
Meet the 2024-25 SGA candidates running for Senate
Chapman’s Student Government Association (SGA) senatorial candidates spoke with The Panther about their campaigns and why they believe they should be voted into the senate for next school year.
Chapman expands undergraduate housing further while continuing to offer limited options to graduate students
With the creation of Chapman Court, a new housing option for undergraduate students, there is still a lack of graduate student housing options, even though they are very much in demand.
Huntington Beach votes to ban Pride flag at city buildings
Three years after the last city council unanimously passed a resolution to fly the Pride flag during June, the new council initiated a successful ballot movement to ban the flag.
A deep dive into Chapman’s Office of DEI: What’s already been accomplished, what other initiatives, directors students want to see
After Chapman’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) was established in 2021, the department has been hiring new directors and creating cultural events for the campus community. However, some students still feel like more could be done.
New residence hall ‘Chapman Court’ now available for students next school year amid other off-campus complexes
Chapman Court began providing tours in early March to students interested in living at the property next school year, where they were able to get the inside scoop on the rooms and amenities, as well as the lack of parking spaces available at the new residence hall.
The House of Representatives passes TikTok ban legislation
House legislation targets Chinese-owned app amid national security concerns.
Trump hush money trial to start April 15
After being pushed back from its original date and Trump’s unsuccessful plea for further delay, the New York hush money case is set to begin trial in mid-April.
Former Fowler School of Law dean recommended for disbarment: The rise and fall of John Eastman
Looking back at John Eastman’s career in politics, along with his involvement with recent scandals and legal issues, The Panther evaluates what led to Eastman’s descent into controversy.
Chapman hosts Shared Humanity conversation events centered around ongoing Israel-Hamas war
The Panther recaps Day 1 of Wilkinson’s Shared Humanity Series with Mira Sucharov and Omar Dajani.
Sextortion email scams target Chapman students, creating a need for further safety online
A recent wave of “sextortion” scam emails serves as a reminder of how Chapman students should stay knowledgeable about ways to protect themselves online.
Metrolink extends their free student pass program to end of June
The Metrolink system has renewed its student pass to now end in June 2024 instead of March, allowing free rides for students to continue.
Meet Dr. Rennolds Ostrom: The new dean of Chapman University’s School of Pharmacy
Dr. Ostrom, who has served as interim dean since 2022, spoke with The Panther on his background in research and the future of the School of Pharmacy.
Biden emphasizes protecting democracy, calls out Trump in 2024 State of the Union address
Delivering the State of the Union address in a year with lots of political uncertainty and controversy surrounding the upcoming presidential election, President Joe Biden’s speech aimed to make voters believe that he is suited for reelection.
Chapman’s latest COVID-19 policy update shows a change in how the disease is being treated
Looking back at the pandemic, the latest changes to Chapman’s COVID-19 policy demonstrate new ideas and considerations about the disease.
Analysis | Star power in politics: Do celebrity endorsements work?
Celebrity endorsements can play a powerful role in political campaigns — and they could give Biden an edge in his reelection efforts.
Sandwiches to pasta, then back again
On-campus sandwich shop, SubConnection, drops its little-advertised pasta bar menu after only a two-week debut.
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