Austin Stofer is the CEO and founder of a local startup called siëo, founded at the Launch Labs at the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship. Stofer graduated from Chapman University in May 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic and Corporate Communication and a minor in Entrepreneurship. Since then, Stofer has continued to pursue his
by Gina Pasquinelli, SCC ’18 Christy Ottesen graduated from Chapman University with a Bachelor’s in Strategic and Corporate Communication in December 2015. Since then, Christy has been exploring her career options, but she has landed in her perfect fit, a Marketing Associate for Yelp Reservations & Yelp Nowait in San Francisco, California. Christy was able to
by Bryanna Merda, SCC ’18 Jess Weimer graduated in 2014 with a double major in Communication Studies and Spanish. Starting from an office then shifting to a mic, she is now pursuing her dreams of becoming a solo artist. She was excited to share her journey with the School of Communication family in a short interview
Tim Seavey (’15) took the time to share his reflections on his undergraduate experience in the School of Communication, and offers advice for current students looking to launch their careers post-grad! Tell us about your work. I co-own Vizolutions – a website development, search engine optimization business based in Newport Beach that specializes in helping
Some students never leave school, like all of your professors! Read about Chapman alum Brett Robertson’s experience transitioning from student to teacher post-graduation at the University of Texas at Austin. Tell us about what you are currently doing. I am currently a Ph.D. student and Instructor of Communication Studies at The University of Texas
When I got into Chapman, I had no idea what I wanted to do when I grew up. Two years in, and I still had no idea what direction I wanted my life to go in. I finally decided to declared Communication Studies my junior year after being undecided for what felt like forever. I
While most think the of the entertainment industry in LA or New York, Allyson Wadman (’17) thought Las Vegas. A Strategic and Corporate Communication major, Allyson was hired immediately post-grad as the Public Relations Coordinator for one of the biggest entertainment brands on the strip: MGM Resorts International. Read on to find out more about
Becca Winkler is living out every interns’ dream: to be hired post-grad by a company she loves! Having recently graduated last spring, Becca is now working as the sole marketing coordinator for C2O Pure Coconut water. Read on to see what Becca has to say about her job! Tell us about your position. I am
About a month into my first semester at Chapman, I called my dad and asked how it was at home. His response was, “It’s a lot quieter around here…literally.” I have always been a talker and it was no surprise to my parents when I told them I wanted to study communication in college. I
Emily Hepp ’14 (BACOMM) left California to work in Texas after graduation. Three years later, she is back home and excited to work for her alma mater! She took a few minutes to share her story with us. Tell us about your position. I just recently started in Chapman Athletics as their Administrative Supervisor. This