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From Our Eyes – Prepared, But Not Ready: Experiencing College for the First Time
January 20, 2026 by Violet Gude (’29 Broadcast Journalism & Documentary) | News
In this edition of From Our Eyes, Violet Gude (’29 Broadcast Journalism & Documentary) explores the gap between expectation and reality. Like many incoming students, she spent months consuming college content online, hoping to feel prepared before move-in day. Yet nothing could fully prepare her for the chaos, excitement, and uncertainty of her first year
Richard Bausch Honored as First-Ever Laguna Beach Literary Leader
January 20, 2026 by Laura Silva | Wilkinson College
Chapman English Professor Richard Bausch was awarded the first-ever Laguna Beach Literary Leader award by the Third Street Writers at the inaugural Laguna Beach Literary Festival in January. Bausch was selected for his writing, teaching, mentorship, and influence on the SoCal literary scene, including the distinguished Chapman Workshop that he holds every fall, a free
