William Leavitt in Conversation with Stephen Berens at the University Art Museum, CSULB
The University Art Museum of California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is hosting an event in which artist William Leavitt discusses his practice in conversation Chapman Art Professor Stephen Berens on Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 6 p.m. Stephen Berens is an artist and scholar and is one of the co-founders of X-TRA, a Los
Professor Hebron Attends CAA Conference
Professor Micol Hebron of the Art Department recently attended the College Art Association Annual Conference where she curated an exhibition of video art for the ARTspace Media Lounge titled, “Transmediation”. The exhibition included short form video artworks from fifty-one students selected from ten colleges. The program introduced vibrant, innovative work by a new generation
Chapman thesis novel published
Former MFA/MA English student, Peggy Hesketh, has published her Chapman thesis novel, ” Telling the Bees ,” with Putnam Press. Hesketh will be reading and signing books at the Book Carnival in Orange on March 7, 2013 at 7 p.m., on the novel’s release date, and again on March 13, 2013 at Vroman’s in
National English honor society recognizes Chapman University students with top award
The Chapman University chapter of the international English honor society Sigma Tau Delta has been honored with one of the organization’s top awards. Chapman’s Alpha Zeta Iota chapter has been named an Outstanding Chapter by Sigma Tau Delta, just one of four student chapters from among a national membership of 700 to receive the honor
Ambassador Michael H. Armacost to speak on US Asian policy in an era of change
By John Brian Pierce ’13 Michael H. Armacost, Ph.D., former U.S. Ambassador and former president of the nation’s oldest think tank, the Brookings Institute, is set to deliver his expert opinion on U.S. policy toward Asia in a public lecture – “New Challenges in an Era of Change” – on Wednesday, March 6, 5 p.m.
State of the University Address, Doti Hall dedication set for Friday, Feb. 22
Celebrate Chapman University’s achievements of the past year and learn what’s in store for its future when President Jim Doti presents his annual State of the University Address at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 22, in Memorial Hall. Immediately following the presentation all are invited to join in the dedication of the James L. and Lynne
Art Lecture Series 2013 kicks off with Chris Csikszentmihalyi
Chapman University and the Department of Art present Chris Csikszentmihalyi on Wednesday, February 20 at 7 p.m. in Argyros Forum room 209 C. For 16 years, Chris Czikensentmihalyi has been combining his knowledge in the arts, media, and new technologies. Two of his greatest projects include the Afghan Explorer, a robot designed to bypass
Dr. Waldeck elected to NCA
Jennifer Waldeck, Associate Professor of Communication Studies , has been elected to an at-large position on the Committee on Committees of the National Communication Association . This group is responsible for identifying individuals suited for positions on NCA’s boards and governing bodies. Dr. Waldeck and Dr. Ann Bainbridge Frymier of Miami University were
Faculty Movers and Shakers
Dr. Lisa Sparks, Professor, Director, Health and Strategic Communications Program and Distinguished Presidential Research Fellow of Health and Risk Communication, has been busy earning awards, presenting papers and speaking across the country. Below is a list of some recent awards she has received and events she has attended. Congratulations Dr. Sparks! TEDxOrangeCoast – Lisa Sparks
Bluestockings: Women's Studies Book Club
Leatherby Libraries and the Women’s Studies Minor Program of Wilkinson College are launching Bluestockings: Women’s studies Book Club on Friday, February 22, 2013 at 1 p.m. in the Leatherby Libraries room 420. The discussion will be Kitchen by Banana Yoshimoto, a book that is minimalist and melancholy, poignant and pure. The author has crafted