Chapman University

10/20/2026

What are Americans really afraid of? Chapman University’s 12th annual Survey of American Fears is out. While certain rankings shifted, researchers found that the top 10 list doesn’t always capture the bigger picture. “Even though a lot of fears went up this year, there are a lot of fears that are also actually lower,” said Ashley Wendell Kranjac, Ph.D., associate professor of sociology and director of the Earl Babbie Research Center.

To view the full 2026 Fear Study Report, visit the link below. ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4k8Sgvf

10/19/2026

“Behind the Lines” is a documentary that explores the search for extraordinary letters from every American conflict, beginning with handwritten messages composed during the Revolutionary War and continuing through emails sent from Iraq and Afghanistan. The film includes letters preserved in the Center for American War Letters at Chapman University in Leatherby Libraries.

The documentary is preparing for its release on October 22 on Apple and Amazon, and we are proud to acknowledge the many Chapman faculty, alumni, and community members who were a part of this collection and documentation of our nation’s history. Congratulations to the following alumni, many of whom are graduates!

John B. Benitz: Director and professor
Bryce Cyrier ‘17: Producer and Writer
Chase Cargill ‘14: Actor
Garrett Schweighauser ‘12: Actor
Megan Lee '20 (MA '23): Archival Assistant and Researcher

To watch, please visit: https://matter.ffm.to/btl

10/17/2026

A new exhibit at the Leatherby Libraries showcases decades of student productions through archival photographs, programs, scripts, and more, highlighting the evolution of the Department of Theatre at 🎭

Explore the exhibit on the fourth floor of the Leatherby Libraries through the end of the fall semester, and read more about the collection at

Discover decades of student productions, performances, and other creative work through the University Archives' Department of Theatre Production Files.

10/16/2026

It’s National Sports Day, and we want to celebrate our incredible athletes! 🐾⚽️🥍 Being an NCAA Division III school means our students get to pursue both their athletic and academic goals, and we are so proud to support them along the way! 🏀🏟️ From club to varsity sports, Panthers have multiple NCAA, regional, and conference titles, and so much more. Celebrate your favorite Panther athletes by tagging them or your favorite team below! 🏊⬇️

10/14/2026

The Phyllis and Ross Escalette Permanent Art Collection is Chapman University’s museum without walls! Founded upon the principle of making art more accessible and utilizing it as an educational resource, works in the collection can be found in public spaces throughout campus. We invite students, staff, and campus visitors to engage with the art as they meander through our beautiful campus 🎨

For more information about the collection and how to get involved, visit the Escalette’s website!✨

https://www.chapman.edu/arts/escalette-collection.aspx

10/12/2026

Meet Charlotte '27! 🎬 What started as an early fascination with the entertainment world turned into real experience this summer, when she interned at Atlas Entertainment in Hollywood. A Writing for Film & TV major at Dodge College, she's also built community at Chapman through the University Program Board. None of it would have been possible without scholarship support. 💛 Gifts to the Chapman Fund help write stories like hers — link in bio to learn how you can help.

10/12/2026

As the Dodgers and Brewers face off in the playoffs, two familiar voices are calling the action: Stephen Nelson ’11 for the Dodgers and Jeff Levering ’05 for the Brewers! Both Chapman alumni turned their on-campus experiences into careers in the big leagues, and their connection is a reminder that the Panther Network reaches all the way to the broadcast booth.🐾⚾️ Read more here: https://news.chapman.edu/2026/09/25/called-up-to-the-big-leagues/

10/09/2026

Chapman Student Leia Michel spent a semester abroad in London, where solo travel, museum visits, and exploring a new city helped her step outside her comfort zone and gain a new sense of independence.

Read more about Leia’s experience and what slowing down abroad taught her about herself. 🌎
https://bit.ly/4As8oxA

I had never set foot outside the United States before January 2026. Growing up, I knew I wanted to travel and experience life outside the US, but I never had the opportunity. Coming into college, I always thought about studying abroad, but I didn't know...

10/09/2026

Hoco on digi 🤭🐾⭐️

10/08/2026

Professor Emeritus Michael Nehring returns to professional acting in Drifter, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. To read more about Nehring's latest role and his journey from the Chapman classroom back to the screen, visit https://bit.ly/4yQOcUB

Professor Emeritus Michael Nehring, a retired CoPA faculty member, earns a third-billed role in Sung Kang's Drifter, which premieres September 12 at the Toronto International Film Festival.

10/08/2026

Paws up if you had the BEST Homecoming Weekend at ! 🐾 It was a great weekend full of celebrations, reunions, learning, and much more. 🥳🌟 Tell us your favorite part of the weekend!⬇️

10/06/2026

We are excited to share that four artworks from the Escalette Permanent Art Collection are currently on display in the Marta Herford Museum in Germany! 🖼️🌏 This exhibition celebrates the intersection of Southern California art and architecture and explores the notion of creative freedom. We are so proud of the Escalette Collection and this international collaboration!

Read more about this collaboration here: https://bit.ly/3Vw5gB0

10/02/2026

As part of Wilkinson Colleges' Engaging the World: People and Communities in Motion series, experts from schools across Southern California came together at Chapman to examine homelessness and housing policy. The panel explored the effects of criminalization and research-backed approaches focused on prevention, affordable housing, and long-term stability.

To read more about the discussion and potential solutions to homelessness, visit https://bit.ly/4iKmbJJ

ETW: People and Communities in Motion

09/29/2026

This weekend, we welcomed prospective students and their families to campus for Chapman University’s Open House! ❤️🐾 Guests had the opportunity to explore campus, connect with current students, tour residence halls and facilities, and learn more about the many academic programs and resources that make up the Chapman experience.

Missed out on the fun? Don’t worry! We will be hosting another Open House on November 13, 2026! Click the link below to register. ✨
https://landing.chapman.edu/open-house/

09/28/2026

is getting ready to welcome the Panther family home for an epic two days of celebration, learning, and so much more. 🐾 We can't wait to see you for an exciting weekend! 🥳🌟 Visit the link here for a full schedule of events: https://homecoming.chapman.edu

09/27/2026

Join us on September 30 for an evening with award-winning poet and author Javier Zamora! 📖 As part of Wilkinson College’s Engaging the World: People and Communities in Motion series, Zamora will discuss his acclaimed memoir Solito, which recounts his journey from El Salvador to the United States at nine years old. To read more, visit

Chapman University's main interactive events calendar makes it easy to explore what’s happening at the university and around Old Town Orange, California.