Struppa outlines plans to close Chapman’s $25 million deficit
President Daniele C. Struppa told The Panther what he plans on doing to resolve the university’s large budget deficit.
Chapman at a crossroads: Students push for progressive change, administration defends education mission
As student protests grow, the administration stands firm on current policies and its responsibility to balance free expression with academic priorities.
‘Something we're going to be looking at closer’: Chapman improves in rankings for freedom of speech
The college watchdog Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) increased Chapman University’s Speech Code Rating nearly five months after their annual report.
Photo Essay | A march for DEI
Diversity, equity and inclusion. DEI. The significance these three letters have on Chapman’s campus has been demonstrated by the 30+ on-campus clubs and independent students and faculty who showed up in protest with signs and chants in a fight to protect the future of DEI on campus.
New Latino fraternity marks historic addition to Chapman’s Greek life
Latino and Hispanic students find community in joining Lambda Upsilon Lambda.
Photo Essay | Mosaic 2025
Floor 13 dancers take the stage at their annual show
Chapman’s entrepreneurial arena: Who will win the Panther Cage?
From high schoolers to seasoned professionals, the Panther Cage Pitch Competition is an opportunity for Orange County entrepreneurs to impress investors and win $1,500.
Unlocking opportunities at Chapman’s Spring Career Fair
With 100 employers in attendance, students had various opportunities to network, earn an internship or discover new career paths.
Students and faculty walk out in protest over changes to DEI
Students walked out to protest against the decision to place the vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion and the provost on leave with no explanation.
Chapman Radio takes home four awards at broadcasting ceremony
For the fourth consecutive year, Chapman Radio DJs were nationally recognized for their talents.
Chapman vice presidents on leave without explanation amid federal discrimination investigations
Days after a federal investigation into Chapman for antisemitism and discrimination has been announced publicly, Provost and Vice President Norma Bouchard and VP of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Reg Stewart are on leave.
Student petition aims to change Title IX process to help survivors
A group of students started a petition at Chapman with the aim of changing the Title IX process by asking for the presence of advocates to be mandatory.
The results are in: Chapman’s new cohort of student leadership
The Student Government Association (SGA) election winners outline ambitious goals and reflect on their campaign experiences.
Chapman is under investigation by the Trump administration for antisemitism allegations
Chapman is one of the 60 schools listed as being under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education under the Trump administration, putting the university at risk of losing federal funding.
Chapman students benefit from CalFresh to combat food insecurity
Students utilize CalFresh, rebranded from food stamps and secure money benefits
Cold water and complaints: Davis Apartment residents face recurring hot water shutoffs
As housing requests for the next school year open up, students reflect on their experiences at the Chapman Davis apartments.
Chapman welcomes Nadia Murad: A conversation on justice and the future
Murad speaks on comprehensive reparations for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence.
Chapman a cappella takes center stage in collegiate competitions
In the world of collegiate a cappella, Chapman is hitting all the right notes.
Finding middle ground: healing the political divide at Chapman
In the wake of historically high political partisanship, both at the local and national levels, students and staff alike have begun initiatives meant to bring unity back to politics.
The conversations that bring us together: The Or Initiative’s plans to bridge across differences
With a $1.85 million grant, Vikki Katz, Chapman's communication professor and free speech chair, is leading the new Or initiative in the hopes of finding evidence-based solutions to inspire civil discourse in the Orange community.
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