Congratulations to the Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize 2026 Winners
The Leatherby Libraries is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2026 Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize! For the eighteenth year of this award, we received applications from students across numerous disciplines, including Anthropology, Applied Human Physiology, Business Administration, Community Education Studies, Creative Writing, Dance, Economics, Film and Media Studies, French, History, Liberal
Congratulating the Eric M. Scandrett Graduate Research Prize 2026 Winners
The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to announce the 2026 Eric M. Scandrett Graduate Research Prize winners! For the third year of this prize, we received applications from students from a variety of graduate programs, including: Juris Doctorate MA Film & Media Studies PhD in Education PhD in Pharmaceutical Economics and Policy This year’s winners were
Finals Got You Down? Find Relief in Funny Books at the Leatherby Libraries!
As May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, now is the perfect time to remember that laughter can sometimes be the best medicine. With finals week approaching, a little humor can go a long way toward restoring balance and brightening your day. This month’s book display at the Leatherby Libraries’ Reference Desk celebrates the healing power of
Support Affordable Learning: Open Educational Resources at the Leatherby Libraries
Rising costs of textbooks and learning materials, estimated at $1,600 for academic year for an undergraduate at Chapman University, can be a significant financial barrier that affects both academic success and equitable access to education. Open Educational Resources (OER) offer a sustainable solution by making educational materials freely available, ensuring that all students have immediate
Calling All Creatives!
In partnership with the Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences’ Publishing Festival, the Leatherby Libraries presents a curated book display exploring the world of publishing! On April 14, Wilkinson College hosted its Publishing Festival, showcasing student-run and externally operated publishing organizations and featuring keynote speaker Lillian-Yvonne Bertram. The event aimed to inspire a
Who Wrote This?
Every year on April 23rd, the Leatherby Libraries celebrates World Book and Copyright Day. Created by UNESCO in 1995, the day celebrates books, authors, and reading around the world. UNESCO also marks this occasion through its World Book Capital program, and Rabat, Morocco, has been named the 2026 World Book Capital. World Book and Copyright
Join Leatherby Libraries at IS&T’s Open House Tech Carnival: Advancing AI Literacy at Chapman
Leatherby Libraries advances AI literacy at Chapman University by supporting students, faculty, researchers, staff, and the broader community in thoughtfully engaging with artificial intelligence in education, research, and scholarship. We focus on a human-centered, responsible approach to AI, fostering clarity, ethical awareness, and meaningful exploration of how AI shapes learning, creativity, and academic inquiry. Stop
Writing with AI
Starting an assignment can be the hardest part, and even once you begin, figuring out how to develop or revise your ideas isn’t always straightforward. AI tools are becoming a common part of the writing process, but using them in a way that actually improves your work (instead of just producing something vague or generic)
Explore NotebookLM
Are you juggling too many PDFs, websites, and notes for a class or research project? Google’s NotebookLM can help turn that information overload into clarity within minutes! Join Leatherby Libraries’ hands-on workshop to discover how this free, AI-powered research assistant can summarize materials, generate study guides, and even create podcast-style audio overviews, all from your
Librarian Interviews: Amy Telarico
The Leatherby Libraries’ Meet the Librarian interview series spotlights our wonderful librarians and the incredible work they do every day. This series offers a closer look at the people and services that support our campus. Meet Amy Telarico, our newest reference librarian! 1. What is your name and title? My name is Amy Telarico, and