Hear about how five writers came to do what they do. These writers offer advice about developing a career as a writer, words that are often, in turns, encouraging, philosophical, and sensible. Tuesday, April 11, 2017 • 3:00 p.m. Bush Conference Center, Beckman 404 Writers: Michael Connelly is the author of twenty-nine novels and one
Guests from the Chapman community joined together Friday afternoon for a relaxing lunchtime concert in the Malloy Performance Portico of the Leatherby Libraries. The concert featured performances by eight talented guitar students of Professor Jeff Cogan, Director of Guitar Studies and Music Technology at the Hall-Musco Conservatory of Music. The student-organized concert starred classical guitar
On October 25th, 2016 the Leatherby Libraries hosted a very special event with Sangdeaun Lek Chailert, founder of Save Elephant Foundation. Held in the Center for American War Letters Archives, the esteemed Chailert gave a stirring presentation on the plight of the Asian elephant and her very own Elephant Nature Park in Thailand. Showing pictures and
The Leatherby Libraries Hall of Art welcomes a featured student exhibit each semester from the Chapman University campus. This fall, student artist Gabi Abrahamson is showcasing her thought-provoking work to the community through her exhibit, “All of Our Colors.” The exhibit includes strings of paper dolls that were displayed earlier this year, as well as
In honor of the Inauguration of Dr. Daniele C. Struppa as Chapman University’s Thirteenth President, the Leatherby Libraries hosted an electrifying dialogue on the topic of Creativity in Art and Science. In collaboration with Chapman’s Institute for Quantum Studies, the discussion was set in the Malloy Performance Portico on the third floor of the library
Reflecting on Chapman’s Homecoming Weekend 2016, the Leatherby Libraries would like to thank everyone that visited Chapman University and all who attended our many events. The Leatherby Libraries was well-represented this year with several compelling talks and entertaining celebrations. Take a look below at what we hosted this year: At a special luncheon for the 50
“Library instruction is like a theatre performance. You play a role as the instruction librarian. There is a live audience. You may receive reviews or evaluations. Or maybe the teaching experience feels more like an audition—a bit unnerving.” Earlier this month, Leatherby Libraries librarians and authors
This year’s Chapman Family Homecoming Celebration promises to be just as action-packed of a weekend as last year. There is an entire calendar of activities hoping to connect the entire Chapman community—and the Leatherby Libraries are no exception. As always, the library is hosting a variety of interesting and entertaining events this year. We encourage
The end of August marked the beginning of the fall semester, and along with students moving in and preparing for classes, it also marked a week of exciting activities hosted by the Leatherby Libraries . Candlelight Ceremony The Leatherby Libraries hosted the Class of 1966 (50-Year Club) for a reception prior to
The Leatherby Libraries Community of Readers joined together this past Friday for a fun afternoon of lunch, books and prizes. Held in the Center for American War Letters reading room, the Community of Readers shared what they’ve been reading this summer along with recommending new titles. The second monthly drawing was held at this