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Alumni Spotlight: Shaun Wiechmann ’22, MSRE ’23 "Don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and call people. It can be intimidating, but the more repetitions you get, the easier it gets.”

April 14, 2025 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Shaun Wiechmann’s time at Chapman University is a powerful testament to how a student can grow personally and professionally with the right mix of academic rigor, mentorship, and real-world experience. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a minor in Political Science in 2022, Shaun went on to pursue his Master of

Alumni Spotlight: Jason Tiger ’15 "Start your own company faster. You can do it. Go out there and ask people to invest in you and your idea. Go for it. Don't wait"." class="thumbnail" />

Alumni Spotlight: Jason Tiger ’15 "Start your own company faster. You can do it. Go out there and ask people to invest in you and your idea. Go for it. Don't wait".

May 16, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

From Chapman’s classrooms to the business world, Jason Tiger’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Jason Tiger fondly reminisces about his time at Chapman University, where he pursued a degree in Economics and graduated in 2015. “I loved my Chapman experience,” he reflects. “I made so many great friends, learned a lot about time management,

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Alumni Spotlight: Shaun Wiechmann ’22, MSRE ’23 "Don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and call people. It can be intimidating, but the more repetitions you get, the easier it gets.”

April 14, 2025 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Alumni Spotlight: Lukas Dietiker ’16 "Argyros prepared me for post-grad by ensuring I had a well-rounded global marketing mindset. Whether through class projects or collaborative lectures, I was constantly encouraged to think beyond traditional marketing tactics and embrace the scrappy entrepreneurial mindset when it came to reaching your audience". " class="thumbnail" />

Alumni Spotlight: Lukas Dietiker ’16 "Argyros prepared me for post-grad by ensuring I had a well-rounded global marketing mindset. Whether through class projects or collaborative lectures, I was constantly encouraged to think beyond traditional marketing tactics and embrace the scrappy entrepreneurial mindset when it came to reaching your audience".

August 19, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Lukas Dietiker, a Chapman University alumnus, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship in 2016. His career trajectory is a testament to the valuable skills and connections he built at Chapman. Today, he serves as the Senior Director of Paid Search & Social at Hearts & Science, where

Student Spotlight: Eric Hong ’26 "Getting involved in classes and student organizations has allowed me to build lasting relationships and friendships with people I will know for a lifetime"." class="thumbnail" />

Student Spotlight: Eric Hong ’26 "Getting involved in classes and student organizations has allowed me to build lasting relationships and friendships with people I will know for a lifetime".

July 1, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Eric Hong, a current student at Chapman University, is majoring in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and minoring in Creative & Cultural Industries (CCI). Projected to graduate in 2026, Eric describes his first two years at Chapman as “nothing short of life-changing.” He reflects on the significant personal and academic growth he has

Student Spotlight: Devon Tjong ’26 "I’ve always been interested in the entertainment industry, and I wanted to combine that with business; so naturally, this was the perfect opportunity for me"." class="thumbnail" />

Student Spotlight: Devon Tjong ’26 "I’ve always been interested in the entertainment industry, and I wanted to combine that with business; so naturally, this was the perfect opportunity for me".

June 26, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Devon Tjong, a Business major with an emphasis in Marketing and a minor in the Business of Entertainment, is set to graduate from Chapman University in 2026. Reflecting on his time at Chapman, Devon shares, “My experience at Chapman has been great so far! I am enjoying but also challenging myself throughout my time here.”

Alumni Spotlight: Katie Taylor, MBA ’12 "I always advise anyone who wants to be on the client side in marketing to do a stint on the agency side: it builds endurance, gives you a lot of experience quickly, and hopefully makes you a more empathetic client in the future"." class="thumbnail" />

Alumni Spotlight: Katie Taylor, MBA ’12 "I always advise anyone who wants to be on the client side in marketing to do a stint on the agency side: it builds endurance, gives you a lot of experience quickly, and hopefully makes you a more empathetic client in the future".

June 13, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Katie (Gardiner) Taylor, a Chapman University alumna, graduated with an MBA in 2012 while working full-time in advertising. Her career trajectory is a testament to the valuable skills and connections she built at Chapman University. Today, she is the Senior Director of Brand Strategy at Taco Bell, where her journey began just a few months

Alumni Spotlight: Alec Thompson ’21 "Don't let the pressure of securing a job post-graduation overwhelm you. What truly matters is your passion. If you're genuinely passionate about a field, dedicate your time and energy to learning every facet of it. This way, when an opportunity arises, you'll impress with your extensive knowledge". " class="thumbnail" />

Alumni Spotlight: Alec Thompson ’21 "Don't let the pressure of securing a job post-graduation overwhelm you. What truly matters is your passion. If you're genuinely passionate about a field, dedicate your time and energy to learning every facet of it. This way, when an opportunity arises, you'll impress with your extensive knowledge".

May 31, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Alec Thompson’s journey to Chapman University began with a desire to escape the confines of Colorado for the sunny skies of California. “I was drawn to the sunny skies, surf, and the stunning campus of Chapman University,” he shares. His initial connections through dorms and fraternity life laid a strong foundation for his personal and

Alumni Spotlight: Kayla Cameron’ 19 "Don’t be too hard on yourself! At the end of the day, hard work pays off but sometimes it’s a long journey so remember to enjoy the view along the way."" class="thumbnail" />

Alumni Spotlight: Kayla Cameron’ 19 "Don’t be too hard on yourself! At the end of the day, hard work pays off but sometimes it’s a long journey so remember to enjoy the view along the way."

May 23, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Kayla Cameron (Ricci), a Chapman University alumna with a B.S. in Accounting and a B.S. in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Marketing, describes her time at Chapman as “one for the books.” Initially, Chapman wasn’t her top choice, but reflecting on her journey, she acknowledges it as “one of the greatest things that has

Alumni Spotlight: Molly Kinghorn ’19 "In April, I came back to Chapman as the new Director of Accounting! It’s so great to be back on campus; it feels like coming home"." class="thumbnail" />

Alumni Spotlight: Molly Kinghorn ’19 "In April, I came back to Chapman as the new Director of Accounting! It’s so great to be back on campus; it feels like coming home".

May 22, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Molly Kinghorn (Mackris), graduated from Chapman University in May 2019, and holds dual degrees in Accounting and Business Administration with a Finance emphasis. Her Chapman journey began in 2015, following in the footsteps of her brother, Jonathan. “I felt right at home when I started in 2015,” Molly recalls. She decided to add accounting as

Alumni Spotlight: Jason Tiger ’15 "Start your own company faster. You can do it. Go out there and ask people to invest in you and your idea. Go for it. Don't wait"." class="thumbnail" />

Alumni Spotlight: Jason Tiger ’15 "Start your own company faster. You can do it. Go out there and ask people to invest in you and your idea. Go for it. Don't wait".

May 16, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Senior Spotlight: Aylo Corshen ’24 "Get involved in your interests immediately. If something doesn't exist, be a leader and create it. Push past your comfort zone and seize every opportunity for growth"." class="thumbnail" />

Senior Spotlight: Aylo Corshen ’24 "Get involved in your interests immediately. If something doesn't exist, be a leader and create it. Push past your comfort zone and seize every opportunity for growth".

May 16, 2024 by Kajal Padi | Argyros College of Business and Economics

Among the exceptional students at Chapman University, Aylo Corshen, a business major with a passion for entrepreneurship and a keen interest in data analytics, has made his mark. Aylo’s journey at Chapman is a testament to the power of initiative and community building. He reflects fondly on the inception of the Chapman Entrepreneurship Organization (CEO

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