Chapman50 Alumni Spotlight: Sinan Kanatsiz ’97 (M.A. ’00)
Founded in late 2012, Chapman50 is an exclusive group designed to connect influential alumni leaders in a university-wide network unlike any other. Comprising fifty founding members under the age of 50, Chapman50 enacts the mission of Chapman University by encouraging alumni leadership and professional development in all fifty states and across the globe. Over
Introducing your new Alumni Association president - Jimmy Blalock (J.D. '09)
Dear alumni, I am honored and proud to serve our alma mater as your new Alumni Association president. Each of us is a member of a greater university community and the Alumni Association is in place to encourage us to be active and engaged members of that community. Over the past year, the University has
The Alumni Association spices things up at the 4th Annual Chili Cook-Off
This year’s Chili Cook-Off at The Chapman Family Homecoming Celebration (October 4-6, 2013) was a huge success, thanks in large part to the creativity and hard work of event chairperson Margaret Moodian ’03, who serves on the Chapman University Alumni Association Board of Directors. We asked Margaret and Andi Doddridge, event and program coordinator, to
Alumni Spotlight: Naomi (Coe) Alon '05
Despite launching her design career during tough economic times, Naomi (Coe) Alon, BFA art ’05, persevered and is now co-owner of design firm Little Crown Interiors. With her business partner, Gerri Panebianco, Naomi designs nurseries and children’s rooms for clients in Southern California (including many celebrities). In this Alumni Spotlight, Naomi shares her story, offers some entrepreneurial advice
Alumni Spotlight: Alex Fortunato '09
Co-founder of tech startup CrowdSYNC, Alex Fortunato, BFA film production ’09, says the most difficult part about starting a company was taking the initial leap of faith, but that it is all worth it. In this Alumni Spotlight, Alex advises students to be open to new experiences and ask a lot of questions. Tell me
Alumni Spotlight: Chiara Colicino '13
Chiara Colicino, B.A. screenwriting and psychology ’13, credits networking as the key factor in helping her land a great job right after graduation. In this Alumni Spotlight, Chiara encourages current Chapman students to expand their horizons and reflects on some of her favorite professors. Tell us about your career- what do you do on a day
Alumni Spotlight: Beau Menchaca (M.A. '02)
Beau Menchaca, M.A. counseling ’02, a counselor for the Santa Ana Unified School District, was recently recognized with the Santa Ana Unified School District’s 2013 Support Staff of the Year award. He has a passion for working in education and serves as the Higher Education Coordinator at Century High School in Santa Ana, Calif. Read on
Calling all aspiring foodies and entrepreneurs!
Need help in converting your recipe into a commercial formulation? Wondering where will you manufacture your product? Want to get insight on how to finance your business? Then don’t miss From Recipe to Retail: An Entrepreneur’s Workshop on Leading Strategies for Success in the Retail Food Industry where you will learn how to: Develop your product Find a
Alumni Spotlight: Mike Rotstein '11
Mike Rotstein, B.S. biological sciences ’11, is making an impact on the scientific world through his success in writing about the medical field. In this Alumni Spotlight, Mike reflects on his Chapman experience, including his favorite spot on campus, and offers advice on how to connect with professors while at Chapman. Tell us about your career-
Alumni Spotlight: Christine Curry '95
Christine Curry, B.A. sociology ’95, has set out to redefine life as a farmer in Grenada, a small island nation in the southeastern Caribbean Sea. Her urge to help the environment and low-income families propelled her into the world of non-profits through her work with The Grenada Goat Dairy Project. Read on to find out what