Chapman University Named Co-Lead on AI Governance and Implementation Grant
The Leatherby Libraries and Information Systems & Technology are pleased to announce Chapman University’s participation in the Advancing AI Governance and Implementation at Emerging Research Institutions project alongside Ithaka S+R and Montclair State University. Generative AI tools are rapidly transforming and accelerating scientific research and communication. The speed at which AI is changing the research
Vacation Reads Display
Summer is the perfect time to explore new places, try new hobbies, and get lost in great titles! To help you find your next book, the Leatherby Libraries has curated the Vacation Reads Display, showcasing a dynamic collection of travel and hobby books that will have you planning your next trip or picking up a
Explore the History of the Japanese Language
We are excited to highlight our Japanese Language Book Display, which showcases the rich history of the Japanese language through traditional and contemporary non-fiction, poetry, and literature. One of the featured selections, One Hundred Poets, One Poem Each, is a famous collection of 100 Japanese waka poems, each written by a different poet. Waka is
Streaming Services at the Leatherby Libraries
Did you know the Leatherby Libraries provides streaming services for Chapman faculty, staff, and students? Kanopy and Swank Digital Campus are streaming services for academic or entertainment purposes! Students, faculty, and staff can view various documentaries and films through these services. Kanopy Kanopy has numerous films and documentaries in many categories, including Criterion Collection, Kino
Librarian Interviews: Victoria Perez
The Leatherby Libraries’ Meet the Librarian interview series highlights our wonderful librarians as we introduce them to the Chapman University campus. These interviews inform the community about different areas in the library and the incredible work our librarians accomplish each day. Our new Reference Librarian, Victoria Perez, was kind enough to answer some questions! What
Join the Leatherby Libraries' 2025 Community of Readers Program!
The Leatherby Libraries is thrilled to announce the return of the 17th Annual Community of Readers (CoR) program! The Leatherby Libraries hosts this program to encourage Chapman students, faculty, staff, and alumni to connect and share their love of reading! All members of the Chapman community are welcome! To participate in the program, all you
Congratulations to the Eric M. Scandrett Graduate Research Prize 2025 Winners
The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to announce the 2025 Eric M. Scandrett Graduate Research Prize winners. For the second year of this prize, we received applications from students from a variety of graduate programs, including: Master of Arts in War, Diplomacy, and Society Ph.D. in Education Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Announcing the 2025 Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize Winners
The Leatherby Libraries is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize! For the seventeenth year of this award, we received applications from students across numerous disciplines, including Art History, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Business Administration, Communication Studies, Computer Science, English, Health Sciences, History, Journalism, Music, Political Science, Psychology,
Scrapbook Memories
The Leatherby Libraries’ Frank Mt. Pleasant Library of Special Collections and Archives preserves a wide variety of historical treasures and stories for members of the Chapman University community and the public to access, learn from, or research. To showcase one notable local story, Victoria Perez, our Reference Librarian, curated the virtual exhibit “Scrapbook Memories: A
Call for Short Story Submissions!
Calling all Panthers who are passionate about writing! Did you know the Leatherby Libraries’ “Stories on the Go!” initiative encourages Chapman students to submit their written works to the Leatherby Libraries’ Short Story Dispenser? Students can submit their original written works, including short stories and poetry, to be featured in the Short Story Dispenser. How