Dr. Kyle Longley Joins Wilkinson College as Director of War & Society Program
Having earned his PhD from the University of Kentucky with a focus on the history of US foreign relations and Latin America, Dr. Kyle Longley has taught at the University of Arizona from 1995 where he published numerous books on US-Latin American relations, several US Presidents, and the history of soldiers in the field. Professor Longley’s
Faculty Books: Rocks, the Timeless Bridge Between Man and Nature
Have you ever been so captivated by the shape, color, or texture of a rock in nature that you decide to pick it up and keep it? If so, you have been tapping into the ancient practice of “viewing stones.” In art, the term “viewing stones,” is primarily associated with two traditions of stone appreciation—the
Career Corner Higbee & Associates Raise the Bar on Internships
One of the most impactful experiences during your time as an undergraduate student is completing an internship. Gaining work experience is key for boosting your employability, especially as a liberal arts student. As the career advisor for Wilkinson College, it is important that I make connections with organizations and companies that can provide a great
Dr. Bostean Awarded Funds for COVID-19 Research
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to impact all parts of the U.S. and the world. Schools and businesses remain closed or are conducting activities remotely, and communities have had to implement controversial social distancing measures. “The magnitude of the crisis we are now facing provides an opportunity for self-reflection– both as individuals, but more importantly
Blaser and Boyd Connect Disciplines and Create A New Course for Fall Peace Politics and Human Centered Design and Engineering
When asked what was the best part about co-teaching a class, Dr. Arthur Blaser (Peace Studies and Political Science), joked “sharing the terrible grading!” This Fall, “Introduction to Disability Studies” will be co-taught by Dr. Blaser and Dr. LouAnne Boyd (Fowler School of Engineering) under a new title worthy of their partnership, “Peace Politics and
20th-Century History Showcased throughout Voces Novae 2020
This year’s Voces Novae: Chapman University Historical Review, a student-run e-journal, covers a diverse array of topics among the papers published including political violence in South Africa, Dr. Ruth Westheimer (German-American sex therapist and Holocaust Survivor), Feminist History, and the 1937 Chinese Massacre. Celebrating its twelfth anniversary, the award-winning journal, published by the Alpha Mu
“Italy Awaits” Marybelle and Sebastian P. Musco Fund Endowment for Travel Fund Courses in Italian Studies
Have you ever wanted to travel to Italy to experience the culture, the beauty and absorb the ancient history of the city? The opportunity is now here, thanks to the Marybelle and Sebastian P. Musco Endowment for Travel Courses in Italian Studies. Marybelle and Sebastian P. Musco have been supporting Chapman programs, such as Dodge
Funding from Ellingson Family Elevates the Work of Black Artists in Escalette Collection
Wilkinson College’s Escalette Collection is delighted to announce a gift from the Ellingson Family to support its goal of building an inclusive permanent collection. For the past two years, annual gifts from the Ellingsons have allowed the Escalette to target core areas of the Collection. This year’s gift will be used to acquire work by
Faculty Books: Dr. Ian Barnard Doesn’t Mind Pushing Buttons Sex Panic Rhetorics, Queer Interventions
Sex panic. This is the phrase that Dr. Ian Barnard (English/LGBTQ Studies) uses to describe how contemporary liberal culture unintentionally uses sex panics to reinforce transphobic and homophobic tropes. In their new book, Sex Panic Rhetorics, Queer Interventions, Barnard illuminates the ways that the public, media, and politicians produce, construct, and disseminate sex panics. “The
Career Corner Meet Alumna Alana Routé, Clinic Operations Manager at Scripps Health
I recently sat down to talk with Dr. Alana Routé (’07) about her career journey. During our conversation, I recognized the importance of sharing her story and words of encouragement with Wilkinson students. It is also important to emphasize, as a career advisor, all the different options you have available to you with a social