Interested in submitting in an op-ed or guest column with us?
Op-eds or guest columns must be no longer than 600 words and sent in a Google document or Word document to the Opinions Editor, Sarrah Wilkes, at pantheropinions@chapman.edu.
Columns must have a clear point of view with strong arguments backed by facts and evidence. Not every submission is guaranteed to be published, and submissions are subject to editing for clarity, grammar and style.
Taking the safer route
While some passions may as well fall under the “safety” jobs, most, unfortunately, do not; they are classified as dream jobs that some sadly keep as only dreams.
Importance of self-care
Why taking a pause for self-care is essential to promoting our well-being
Op-ed: Kumquat now officially better than The Panther
In the battle of free speech at college campus, Chapman student’s very own anonymous newspaper emerges as the campus’ only true voice.
Opinion | Chapman University is not antisemitic
Fred Smoller, a Jewish Chapman professor, says the allegations by the Trump administration are baseless and are confusing antisemitism with criticism.
Opinion | Daniele Struppa, it's time to step up.
The Chapman University president is in the final stretch of his job. He needs to fight for his school.
Opinion | Beyond a Buzzword: Why DEI is Essential for Chapman’s Future
Why we need diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to remain intact at Chapman University
Opinion | Dangerous white moderates and enemies of the state
The white moderate will bring us back to segregation unless we decide now that undoing globalization is a pointless mission.
Insulin pricing crisis
How price caps are shifting financial burdens to universities and insurers
The cycle of progress and backlash
Why attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion mirror America’s history of suppressing Black success
Opinion | Rebellion is key in a time of political submission
How can a democracy survive when you can’t challenge those in power?
Finding my place: Navigating feminism as a woman of color
Feminism claims to fight for all women, but does it include women like me?
OPINION: Chapman Outdoors Club advocates for national park rangers
The Chapman Outdoors Club comments on government budget cuts in national parks and how this impacts the future of club activities and the value of their profession
Libraries are being locked up in Orange
Funding cuts threaten the future of Orange’s libraries, but community action can help preserve these vital institutions.
Opinion | Trump’s decision to handpick reporters sets a dangerous precedent
A journalist’s thoughts on the White House’s new stance on press pools.
Breaking into the “Dodge bubble:” A film guide for non-majors
Tips and tricks for breaking into filmmaking at Chapman University, no matter the experience.
Opinion | The Musk salute was a test, America failed
Musk’s salute is the most prominent symptom of the disaster that the Trump administration will be.
Thinking about life after graduation
Common feelings, resources and personal reflections on being a second-semester senior and planning for the future.
Opinion | Is Valentine's Day just a Hallmark holiday?
Happy Valentine’s, happy Galentine’s and even happy Malentine’s — as long as it’s happy.
School of Communication students would benefit from Wilkinson College merger
An online petition siding against the merger fails to acknowledge the School of Communication’s need for strong leadership and increased resources
The holiday debate: When is it too soon to decorate for Christmas?
Maybe it's never too early to deck the halls