8th Annual Southwest Regional Meeting of Organismal Biologists
On October 23rd, 2021 Chapman University hosted the 8th Annual Southwest Regional Meeting of Organismal Biologists, where students, faculty, and postdocs are able to discuss research through short talks, posters, and informal discussions. Dr. Doug Fudge and Dr. Patricia Lopes hosted over 100 visiting biologists and students who are doing integrative research in the
Journey to Veterinary School - Johnny Altwal '21
Johnny Altwal, ’21, graduated with a B.S. in biochemistry and molecular biology, found his way to Colorado State University to begin his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. Recently, Altwal’s research on 3D printing of animal surgery was published in the Veterinary Surgery Journal, the only journal pertaining to surgery in veterinary medicine and is the official
Welcome New Schmid College Career Advisor: Jose Bejar
Join us in welcoming our new Schmid College Career Advisor, Jose Bejar! As the Career Advisor, Jose is here to help students find opportunities and resources regarding their respective career routes, as well as answer any questions or concerns! We asked Jose a few questions to get to know him and his interests! Q&A with
2021-2022 Schmid College Peer Advisors
We are excited to introduce our Fall 2021 Schmid College Peer Advisors! Peer Advisors work closely with Program Directors, and together they provide discipline-specific guidance as you progress towards your graduation and career goals. Peer advisors are fellow students who have the training and experience to help you navigate the following academic advising functions: 4-year
2021 IWOTA Conference Hosted at Chapman
On August 9th through 13th, Chapman University hosted the annual International Workshop on Operator Theory and its Applications Conference to bring together mathematicians and engineers who work in functional analysis and its application to related areas. This international conference brought over 200 attendees from all over the world, with guests participating on campus and remotely.
New Schmid Faculty Spotlight
Join us in welcoming our new additions to our Schmid College faculty! To introduce them to our community, we asked each new faculty member a few Q&A questions to hear about their previous experience and interests. Click the links below to read more about each faculty member! Cecilia Zurita-Lopez, Ph.D., assistant professor of biochemistry. Welcome
Unraveling the mechanisms that control parental care in birds
When animals become parents, they often need to change their behaviors in ways that allow them to protect and ensure the survival of their offspring. What happens in the brain when an animal becomes a new parent? In humans, even people who have not experienced pregnancy, such as fathers and adoptive parents, are able to
Schmid College Summer Research Showcase Recap
On August 4th, 2021, Schmid College of Science and Technology hosted the first annual Summer Research Showcase to celebrate the undergraduate students who participated in summer research programs such as SURF, SURFEES, and Schmid College Summer Interns. This was the biggest summer research cohort Schmid College has ever had. The student participants presented their research
SwampMonster Heads to Alaska
Jesse Rush ‘18 graduated with a BS in biological sciences and a BA in Spanish. During her time at Chapman, Rush was the President of the Chapman University chapter of Women in Science and Technology, an Orientation Leader, and participated in undergraduate research opportunities. From Geneva, Illinois, Rush was able to enter into the Chapman
Working on the Front Line During the Pandemic
Rosita Saul ‘20 graduated with a B.S. in biological sciences and a minor in Holocaust history. During her time at Chapman, Saul was greatly involved around campus, where she was a member of the American Medical Student Association (AMSA), a child life volunteer at UCI Health, a volunteer at Higher Ground, a tutor at the