Inside Chapman’s Film Music Program
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CoPA Career News
CoPA Students Join Joffrey Ballet School Summer Internship Program in NYC
Students gain real-world arts administration experience while shaping future goals
Chapman’s Student Dance Club, Team Shaka, Sweeps World of Dance Los Angeles Competition
Student-run hip-hop club on campus competes for the first time and walks away 2x champions.
Chapman Dancers Open for Complexions Contemporary Ballet in New York City
Eight students embraced themselves in an elite creative process with renowned choreographer Dwight Rhoden, strengthened their community, and exemplified how Chapman’s training prepares artists for the world stage.
Recent CoPA Graduate Ariya Selvakumar Assists with Center Theatre Group's Production of American Idiot
Ariya Selvakumar\’s experiences and education at Chapman University have prepared her for diverse career opportunities, from projection design to performance.
CoPA Alumna Kavita Rao’s Multifaceted Career in the Arts
Dancer, choreographer, educator, and entrepreneur, Kavita Rao credits Chapman’s community and curriculum for helping her navigate the ever-changing arts industry.
CoPA Theatre BA student expands her summer research into Senior Thesis
Karli Lonnquist’s experience as a Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
Screen Acting Grads Land Talent Representation After Showcase
Several of CoPA’s Screen Acting class of ‘25 obtain representation shortly after industry showcase.
CoPA student Logyn Okuda works with acclaimed film composer Michael Giacchino on scoring major motion pictures
Orchestrating and assisting on Marvel\’s \”The Fantastic Four: First Steps\” has taught Logyn about the music film industry and his professional goals
CoPA Student and Alumnus Awarded Leatherby Libraries Research Prizes
Mentee/mentor pair, Megan Lewandowski and Connor Bogenreif, are awarded for their impressive use of the Chapman library’s resources.
CoPA Alumnus William Lü Launches Dance Film Workshop in Taiwan
Designed primarily for college students and aspiring professionals, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with accomplished Taiwanese dance curators and filmmakers.
Chapman CoPA Student, Bella Murrieta, at 2025 CineVox Dance Film Festival
Bella Murrieta represented Chapman University\’s College of Performing Arts and Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at the CineVox Dance Film Festival 2025, where she shared her film \”again&again,\” which was performed and produced entirely by Chapman students.