Outreach Program Helps Good Students Become Good Neighbors
Each year, as the fall semester begins at Chapman, returning students are welcomed to City of Orange neighborhoods by representatives from the university’s Office of Community Relations. The goal, according to James Gerrard, community relations manager, is to educate students – many of whom are living on their own for the first time – about
Local Students Get Hands-On Experience At Summer Engineering Academy
Local middle and high school students got the opportunity to work in a professionally-equipped engineering lab this summer thanks to the staff of Chapman University’s Fowler School of Engineering. The students learned about 3D modeling and printing, assembling electronic components, and coding to complete projects that include a custom-engraved LED-powered light and an Arduino-controlled toy
Renovations Begin on Historic Killefer School
This fall, renovations are underway at the Lydia D. Killefer School building, located on Olive Street north of Walnut Ave in the City of Orange. Purchased by Chapman University in 2020, the building is set to become the new home of the university’s renowned Institute for Quantum Studies and the state-of-the-art Advance Physics Laboratory-a facility
Engaging Communities: Chapman University Volunteer Fair 2023
The Office of Community Relations hosted their annual volunteer fair this past week on Thursday, September 14t in the Attallah Piazza. The fair provided students with the opportunity to meet various non-profit organizations that help serve their local communities. Students were able to meet and greet with local non-profits to understand more about their structure
Construction Notice: Killefer School
Chapman University is rehabilitating the existing historic Killefer School building, constructing a new lab building and transforming the landscaping at 541 N Lemon St. The construction work will involve both interior and exterior work and Chapman University will be in touch with regular updates to notify our surrounding neighbors of any potential impacts. What is
Orange Chamber of Commerce Installs New Board of Directors
At a July 6 gala event held at Chapman University, the Orange Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed its 2023-24 Board of Directors. The strategic priorities of the new board include workforce development, government affairs, pursuing innovative partnerships, and continuing to offer the community-building experiences and events that the Chamber is known for. “We listened to
New Water-Wise Landscape Tour Highlights Plants and Pollinators
Pause for a moment to admire the vibrant flowers of the ruby glow tea tree. Keep an eye out for pollinators as you pass the hummingbird yucca. Bend to get a closer look at the emerald green leaves of the carpet manzanita. These verdant opportunities extend throughout Chapman University. And now the experiences are more