Love Orange, the annual city-wide volunteer day, took place on October 11, with Chapman University’s Greek Life community joining hundreds of local volunteers to support service projects across the City of Orange. Participants crafted 150 no-sew fleece blankets for the 2/11 Marine Battalion stationed at Camp Pendleton. More than 100 Chapman students came together at
As the holidays approach, non-profit organizations located in the City of Orange, such as the Friendly Center and The Hub OC, are hosting a variety of food donation drives during this Thanksgiving season. Friendly Center, a local non-profit, is conducting a food drive to support its mission of bringing stability, opportunity, and hope to children
The Panther Experiential Project (PEPP) is a unique program at Chapman University, where students assume the role of grant-makers. They research local nonprofit organizations, learn about and understand community needs, and then award real funds to support the chosen organizations, enabling them to continue their meaningful work in the community. This fall, after months of
Calling all witches, superheroes, pumpkins, pirates, and the families who love them! The streets of Old Towne Orange were once again filled with Halloween magic as Treats in the Streets made its return on Thursday, October 30, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. This year’s celebration came alive with a ghoul-tastic Halloween stage, a brand-new Kids
Chapman University sponsored the Orange Unified School District’s second annual Celebration of Schools event on Wednesday, October 15, at Villa Park High School. The sponsorship helps fund equipment, supplies, and experiences that fall outside the scope of OUSD’s general or grant funding, directly enhancing students’ educational journey across the district. “It’s a privilege for Chapman
On September 9, 2025, Chapman University’s Office of Community Relations received The HUB OC’s Gratitude Award, the organization’s highest recognition for community partners. This award honors Chapman’s longstanding partnership with The HUB and our commitment to inspiring and equipping the next generation of leaders in Orange. Cam Geringer-Pate, Director of Grants and Strategic Partnerships at
Chapman University has officially opened the Daniele C. Struppa Research Park, marking a milestone in the university’s role as a leader in quantum research and innovation. The project transformed the historic Lydia D. Killefer School into a state-of-the-art research facility. A neighborhood landmark, the Killefer School is remembered as one of the first schools in