World Experts to Discuss New Science on Communication Disorders after Traumatic Brain Injury at Chapman University
On January 16, 2020, Chapman University will host an international group of researchers, clinicians, and students for the second International Cognitive-Communication Disorders Conference (ICCDC). Launched in 2017, ICCDC examines new research on cognitive, communication and social disorders after traumatic brain injury, including mTBI or concussion. However, research on other kinds of brain injuries will also
Free Therapy for Adults with Speech-Language Disability offered at Chapman University's Rinker Health Sciences Campus in Irvine, California
Chapman University’s Crean College of Health & Behavioral Sciences has been home to the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders (CSD) since 2017. It is known for training some of the best speech-language pathologists (SLP) in the country while simultaneously providing outstanding, no-cost services to the Orange County community. The long-standing partnership between Chapman and
Elizabeth Dingbaum '20 Shares her Experience as a PAEA Future Educators Fellow
Hello everyone! My name is Elizabeth Dingbaum ’20, and I am a grad student at Chapman University’s Physician Assistant (PA) Studies program. I was one of fifteen students selected to be a Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) Future Educator Fellow for the 2019-2020 year. This fellowship is designed to help current PA students learn about
Thinking About a Semester Abroad? Getting Information Just Got Easier
Beginning Spring 2020, The Center for Global Education (CGE) is happy to announce walk-in Global Education Advising for Crean College. Caroline DeStefano, the Global Education Advisor for health science, applied human physiology, and psychology majors, will be at Crean Hall to answer any questions regarding semester abroad programs, international internships, and faculty-led travel courses. Stay
Chapman and CHOC Come Together for 2nd Annual Research Expo
On October 23, 2019, Chapman’s Crean College of Health & Behavioral Sciences and the Office of Research & Creative Activity co-hosted the 2nd Annual Chapman/CHOC Research Expo. This event brings together scientists and clinicians from both institutions for an evening of research discovery. Doctors, staff scientists, and other members of the CHOC community were invited
Alumni Spotlight: Jessie Ginsburg (Sinnet)'13
When Jessie Ginsburg (Sinnet) ’13 was an undergraduate at the University of Redlands, she had a remarkable experience working with an 8-year-old boy who had a rare genetic disorder causing paralysis of his facial muscles. The boy’s endless motivation and determination to speak were truly extraordinary and inspirational. “To this day, he remains one of
Ting Qin '21 Appointed Student Representative of OC-CAMFT
The Orange County chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (OC-CAMFT) is dedicated to advancing the art and science of the MFT profession. The Chapter provides an educationally, emotionally, and professionally supportive atmosphere for licensed and pre-licensed members to grow individually and as a group. Recently, Crean College of Health & Behavioral
When Opportunity Knocks, Open the Door!
During my career, I have always tried to follow the adage ‘never say no to an opportunity.’ Put another way, I believe it’s important to say yes when meaningful opportunities present themselves. This belief was put to the test this past summer when I was invited to present at the annual meeting of the Fertility
Alumni Spotlight: Jared Celniker '14
The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) awards fellowships to promising early-stage graduate students across a wide range of disciplines. Jared Celniker ’14, a graduate from Chapman’s Psychology program and Ph.D. student at UCI’s School of Social Ecology was recently accepted into this prestigious and highly competitive program. He received honorable mention
Meet the Undergraduate Peer Advisors
Chapman offers students many options when it comes to advising. First, there is the Academic Advising Center, which offers help with general ed, transfer credit, petitions, and registration. Second, there is your faculty advisor who can provide program-specific guidance. Career advising and internship support is also available, conveniently provided in-house by Heidi Swanson. Then, there