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Chapman PA Students Shine at National Conference competing with the nation’s top PA programs in Medical Challenge Bowl & Research Forum

June 24, 2026 by Jill Cagle | Students

Chapman University Physician Assistant (PA) students made an impressive impact at the 2026 American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, showcasing their research, earning prestigious scholarships, and competing in one of the profession’s premier academic competitions. Eleven second-year PA students, accompanied by four faculty members, represented Chapman University at the

An Extraordinary Milestone: Chapman PA Faculty Create a First-of-Its-Kind Clinical Review Textbook Blending authentic patient cases with PANCE-style questions, this new McGraw-Hill textbook sets a new standard for preparing the next generation of physician assistants.

October 29, 2025 by Jill Cagle | Faculty

The Chapman University Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program is proud to announce the publication of a major faculty-authored textbook: Clinical Rotation Examination and PANCE Review: A Case Study & Q&A Approach, published by McGraw-Hill. This project has been several years in the making, representing a true labor of love and collaboration among the PA faculty,

From UCLA to Chapman: Dr. Allison Fisher Brings Her Passion for Physiology to the Classroom

October 2, 2025 by Jill Cagle | Faculty

Welcome to Chapman Dr. Fisher! What classes are you teaching this year? I am currently teaching Human Physiology Part A (HSCI 365) lecture and two sections of Human Physiology Part B Labs (HSCI 366L). In Human Physiology Part A lecture, I teach the students how physiological systems function in isolation and as part of linked

Alumni Spotlight: Lily Lopez (’22 Health Science & Neuroscience Minor) 🌟 How One Life-Changing Experience in Ghana Shaped Lily’s Path to Nursing From hands-on medical work abroad to mentorship at home, Chapman University gave Lily the unexpected experiences that sparked her passion for healthcare.

May 22, 2025 by Jill Cagle | Alumni

What’s one unexpected opportunity or experience you’ve had at Chapman that you never imagined before enrolling? One unexpected yet incredible opportunity I had at Chapman University was traveling to Ghana, West Africa with the Global Medical Brigades organization. In the community of Nyanfreku Ekroful, I received hands-on medical experience such as working in the pharmacy

Crean College Commencement 2025 A Guide for Crean College Graduating Seniors, Faculty, and Staff

April 28, 2025 by Jill Cagle | Events

The Chapman University Commencement weekend is just around the corner and we are getting excited! We want to make sure Crean College seniors, faculty, and staff have all the essential information needed to have a hassle-free experience. University Commencement Ceremony (all schools and colleges), Friday, May 23, 2025 7:00 p.m. Wilson Field University Commencement Ceremony

CalOptima Scholarship Awarded to Four Outstanding PA Students Congratulations Binh Nguyen, Gabrielle Guevara, Jisoo Kim and Sarah Nunes

April 24, 2025 by Jill Cagle | Students

Binh Hoa Nguyen, Class of 2025 Can you tell us a little about yourself and what led you to pursue a career as a PA? I was born in Vietnam and immigrated to the US at the age of 11. Growing up with chronic asthma and frequent hospitalizations, I developed a deep interest in medicine.

Alumni Spotlight: Alexis Baltierrez ’21 Health Sciences Alexis was accepted to KGI PA grad school for the class of 2027!

February 3, 2025 by Jill Cagle | Alumni

What are you most excited about starting PA School? I’m excited to dive into a rigorous, hands-on curriculum that prepares me to make a direct impact on patients’ lives. KGI’s innovative approach, experienced faculty, and collaborative community align perfectly with my passion for healthcare and commitment to growth. What experiences at Chapman were most valuable to

PA Students Claim First Place at the California State CAPA Challenge Bowl Chapman beat out KGI and LaVerne to earn the top prize at this year's competition!

November 14, 2024 by Jill Cagle | News

At this year’s CAPA Challenge Bowl Crean College’s PA Student team took First Place! The competing team members were 2nd year students Isaac Gutierrez and Stephen Rossi, and 1st year student Brianna Straley. The alternate team members (who worked just as hard, just in case!) were 2nd year student Amanda Hamilton, Kayla Mathiowetz, and Kristen McIlrath. The students

CSD Assistant Professor Brittney Lee to Present Visionary Session at 2024 ASHA Convention

September 9, 2024 by Jill Cagle | Faculty

Brittney Lee, a CSD Assistant Professor, has been selected to present her work titled, “How prepared are speech-language pathologists to work with deaf children who use American Sign Language?”. Awarded to fewer than 5% of presentations at the 2024 ASHA convention, awardees are selected for their forward-thinking and potential to significantly impact the field by

Alumni Spotlight: Alyssa Abram (’20 Health Sciences) Just graduated from California Northstate University College of Medicine class of 2024, earning her M.D.

May 23, 2024 by Jill Cagle | Graduation

How did your undergrad experience prepare you for medical school? Completing the health sciences major was very helpful during medical school. I was able to apply the concepts I learned in Chapman’s anatomy and physiology classes as a medical student, especially in my pre clinical years. Studying health sciences in undergrad gave me an appreciation