Gown Talk: Frank Frisch, Ph.D.
I was an assistant professor at Cal State, Fullerton for two years, and was presenting at a conference in San Jose when I was approached to apply for a job at Chapman. I responded by asking “Where is Chapman College?” I never thought I would be at Chapman more than a couple of years. But
Town Talk: Spring 2025
Dear Town & Gown Members: I hope each of you are doing well! It’s my pleasure to bring you news from our local community. Local History Makes Impact on Chapman Students Attallah College Assistant Professor, Dr. Jorge Rodriguez, has incorporated local history into his courses by leading students on
Chapman History: Detours! Twenty Years Ago
First published in Grey Panther, the official newsletter of the Retired and Emeriti Faculty Association of Chapman University Detours! The orientation assistants for the freshman class in 2003 chose “Detours” for their theme. Why? Because for their next year, the center of campus was fenced off to finalize the most sweeping and ambitious building project
Member Spotlight: Valerie Smith
Town and Gown is pleased to spotlight new member Valerie Smith and to welcome her to the T&G family. She has shared her Chapman story and dedication with us below: My story about Chapman is one of oranges to apples to oranges! I came to Chapman on a piano scholarship in 1977. I started as
Gown Talk: Meet Dr. Federico Pacchioni
Our Gown Spotlight features Dr. Federico Pacchioni, Musco Endowed Chair in Italian Studies and Founding Director of the Ferrucci Institute at Chapman. A native of Emilia-Romagna, Italy, he completed his undergraduate studies partly in Italy and partly in the United States. His early interests in education and his studies in literature and film led to
Meet Margaret Moodian
In high school, Margaret’s mom hired a company to search for small colleges for her to attend, and they suggested applying to Chapman University. After visiting the campus, a deep love for it quickly developed, especially for Watson’s in Old Towne Orange. The early part of her career was spent in the corporate world, working
Gown Talk: Stephanie Takaragawa, PhD
Q: “Dr. Takaragawa, please give us an idea of your role as a Wilkinson College Associate Dean, especially how you and other leaders in the college were inspired to launch the “Engaging The World” themes in addressing an array of vital contemporary social issues, including DEI, health equity, environmental justice , race, and gender and
Town & Gown Legacy Circle: Foundation for the Future
Town & Gown Legacy Circle: Foundation for the Future by Lindsey Jacobs ’09 (MA ’18) Associate Director, Legacy Planning Legacies Fulfilled Isn’t it exciting that Town & Gown is able offer larger scholarships this year? Thanks to the growth of the endowment and the generosity of T&G members – your generosity – , the Town
Town & Gown Legacy Circle: Anna '72 and Gary Draper
Inspired Philanthropy Anna Draper ’72, and her husband, Gary, have found their philanthropic paths deeply rewarding. Anna remembers her father taking the family to Sunday dinners and choosing another table to pay for. These acts of random kindness made a deep impact on her. Gary’s philanthropy began with connecting to his community by joining a
Meet Town & Gown's Retiring Board Members
Jeanette Shelly Atkins ’78 (MS ’84) My Chapman journey began in 1976 when I received a postcard announcing a new program/major for nurses. It was a BS degree in Health Sciences. An RN could receive credit for prior coursework and professional experience. I was able to transfer in as a junior and began my classes