A Chapman Family Legacy Lives On: Remembering Edgar Bailey, Jr. '64
Edgar Eugene Bailey, Jr. ’64 was part of a long line of Chapman alumni, and his legacy continues to live on through other Chapman Family members of his own family tree. Edgar was born Sept. 17, 1939 in Houston, Tex. to Rev. Edgar Eugene Bailey, Sr. and Ariel Ivae Augustine Bailey. He graduated in 1957 from Phyllis Wheatley High
Lauren Potts '15 drums her way upward with band Nightair
Challenge is no stranger to drummer Lauren Potts, BFA art ’15. Rather than mull over difficulties, however, Lauren, who lives with chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis, accepts the challenge every time, going after it with all her might. Drumming can be incredibly physically demanding, but she chooses passion over pain, ultimately turning her art and music passions into
Honoring alumni following in Schweitzer's footsteps
The philosophy and legacy of Albert Schweitzer is an essential component of a Chapman University education. Often referred to as Chapman’s “guiding spirit”, Schweitzer was a theologian, philosopher, musicologist, organist, and physician. His philosophy of “Reverence for Life” argues that all life on Earth is unified and sacred, and that humans have a fundamental responsibility to care for each other and
Alumni come together to build professional relationships and share knowledge
Every other month, the Chapman University Alumni Association hosts Alumni Networking Roundtables, intimate gatherings designed for Chapman alumni who are employed or in transition, and who are interested in expanding their professional network. Networking Roundtables are an incredible way to stay connected with the University and to reconnect with fellow Chapman alumni. The events provide participants with an opportunity to build
64 Free and Cheap Tools for Starting a Business in College
When I started my first business during college (which was a colossal failure , mind you), I was moving full steam ahead with great ideas, an insane work ethic, and innate passion for eventually creating my own job – as opposed to working for someone else after graduation. Amongst the many reasons why
"Chapman Fueled My Artist"
President Jim Doti recently wrote an OC Register article titled, “With a liberal arts education, anything is possible.” Jon-Barrett Ingels (Class of ’00) , actor, father and recently published author, is a shining example of the infinite spectrum of possibilities President Doti refers to. Jon-Barrett, who studied theatre at Chapman, is the host of the popular
Goals for Life: Danny Aviles '07 helps improve children's lives through soccer
Danny Aviles, liberal studies ’07 , has taken his passions and turned them into his profession. A soccer player since childhood, he has combined his love for soccer and teaching to form Football for the World Foundation USA (FFTW). Born in Chicago, Ill. and raised in Menlo Park, Calif., Danny developed his love for the game
Alumni mix and mingle after the Economic Forecast
After this year’s Chapman Economic Forecast on Wednesday, December 9, Chapman University alumni met for a private gathering at the prestigious Center Club in Costa Mesa for an excellent opportunity to network Guests at the alumni mixer enjoyed wine, handed out business cards, and got to know fellow Orange County-area alumni in a relaxed, easy-going setting. All Chapman
Greek Life Instagram Highlights
Remember the days when you were first a new member experiencing Greek Life for the first time? As we wrap up the fall semester, we’re taking a look back on some of this fall’s Greek Life highlights from Instagram. What was your favorite fall Greek activity? Maybe your favorite is on the list below! Be sure
From Panther to Designer
For many of us, finding jobs that we like and pay well can be a bit of a challenge after college. I didn’t find one job after graduating, I found three. I was working over 70 hours a week and wasn’t going anywhere with my career. It wasn’t until nine months ago that I decided