In a charming corner of downtown Orange, Sarah Everett greets customers with a warm smile at O Sea restaurant, where she serves as General Manager. A May 2024 Chapman University graduate with a BA in Communication, a minor in Sociology, and Honors Program distinction, Sarah’s connection to Orange runs deeper than her years as a
Nikki Patino, a passionate Chapman University alumna from the class of 2017, has made a significant impact on the Orange community. In her role as the Market Manager for Orange Home Grown, Patino’s Saturdays are filled with excitement as she sets up the market, manages vendor layouts, and assists customers with their needs. Her dedication
Chapman University is proud to call the City of Orange home. We are committed to being a valuable partner and supporting our community. Below are just a few ways we contribute to our City on an annual basis. Payments to the City of Orange When Chapman purchased a motel in Orange and converted the property
At Chapman University, community engagement is not just a buzzword; it’s a way of life. The university’s dedication to creating a culture of service and social responsibility is apparent from the students’ first days on campus, starting with a Volunteer Fair held in September in the Attallah Piazza. During this year’s Volunteer Fair, organized by
When the farmers market in Old Town Orange opened on the morning of May 7, 2011, no one really knew how it would turn out. “I remember standing at the packing house at six o’clock in the morning wondering if anybody would show up,” says Megan Penn, executive director of Orange Home Grown, the non-profit
Last Saturday, Feb. 6, Orange Home Grown, Chapman’s University Program Board, and the local farmers and artisans joined forces to host a Chapman Day at the farmer’s market. Chapman students, faculty and staff alike flocked to the market to take part in discounts offered by participating vendors. The folks at Orange Home Grown were happy
Students, faculty, and staff gathered to experience quite a spectacle on September 18th as over a dozen local businesses and organizations lined the perimeter of Attallah Piazza. The unique booths full of free samples, games, and prizes made the 3rd Annual Merchant’s Day, hosted by Chapman’s Office of Community Relations, an enjoyable time for those