Chapman University Alumni Association

05/30/2026

📣Saturday Shout-Out 📣 Congratulations to Anamarie Ellis ’16 on being named a Vegas Inc 40 Under 40 Honoree!⁠
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As Vice President of Operations for Ellis Island Hotel & Casino, Anamarie has helped lead major growth and innovation efforts, including expanding the gaming floor, adding a rooftop bar, and enhancing food and beverage experiences throughout the property.⁠
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We're proud to see Panthers making an impact and shaping the future of their industries. Join us in celebrating Anamarie's well-deserved recognition! 👏⁠
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05/29/2026

Here’s some advice from the Alumni Board to the Class of 2026 🎓🐾 What else would you add? Drop your advice in the comments below ⬇️

05/28/2026

From first days on campus to commencement celebrations 🎓❤️⁠
Jasmine McGarr ’00 once walked these same paths, and now she’s celebrating her son, Tanner McGarr ’26, crossing the stage. A full-circle Panther moment 🥹⁠
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05/27/2026

Five Chapman alumni shared hard-earned wisdom with the Class of '26 during this year's commencement activities.

To read more about what they shared with our graduates, click the link below!

Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🐾🎓

Five Chapman alumni returned to campus this commencement season to share hard earned wisdom, heartfelt encouragement and lessons shaped by their own journeys after graduation. Speaking across multiple ceremonies and celebrations, the alumni reminded the Class of 2026 that success rarely follows a st...

05/26/2026

Welcome to the alumni community, Class of 2026! 🐾🎓

Michelle Philo ‘03, President of the Alumni Association Board, is excited to welcome our newest graduates into the alumni community. Your connection to Chapman doesn’t end at graduation, it’s just the beginning. ✨

05/22/2026

Class of 2026, your future’s looking bright 😎
We had a great time celebrating last night at our New Alumni Senior Celebration 🎉🐾

05/21/2026

Class of 2026, get ready for life after Chapman 🎓❤️ Hear what our alumni have to say about their favorite part of being an alum 🐾 Chapman alumni - What’s your favorite part of being an alum? Drop it in the comments below ⬇️

05/21/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible panelists, Hayden Boal ’13, Emily Blair Marcus ’19, Dave Bushore ’04 and Hunter Johnson ’07, for sharing their experiences, insights and advice at last week’s Alumni in Entertainment event! 🎬🎤

05/12/2026

From Chapman to small towns across America ✨

Congratulations to Brenna Darling ’14 on the publication of Small Towns USA with National Geographic! 🎉📖

Her new book celebrates the charm, stories and spirit of small communities across the country, including the one she now calls home. 🏡

Tell us about your favorite small towns in the comments below ⬇️

05/09/2026

📣 Saturday Shoutout 📣

Congratulations to Jeremy Scholz ’02 on publishing his YA urban fantasy novel Alex in the Annex, released in October 2025 📚✨ After 25 years of teaching middle school, Jeremy brings an authentic and heartfelt perspective to teen fiction. What an incredible milestone!