Join President Struppa for the State of the University address highlighting Chapman’s most significant recent accomplishments, and his plans for our future growth and success as he shares the next five years of the strategic plan.

Location: Marybelle and Sebastian P. Musco Center for the Arts

Join President Struppa, Dean Margaret Grogan, Trustee Donna Ford Attallah ’61, and Chapman family members for a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the newly renovated Reeves Hall, one of the historic buildings on campus and home of the Donna Ford Attallah College of Educational Studies. Tours of Reeves Hall will include opportunities to experience the new Learning Labs (designed for developing and researching innovative educational environments) and to learn more about the undergraduate and graduate programs offered in the Attallah College.

Get an insider peek of Chapman's newest housing facility. Come view the different room layouts, facilities that are available for you starting Fall 2018, and much more.

Guided tours offered every 30 minutes starting at 12:30 p.m. with the final tour starting at 4 p.m.

Location: 915 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92805

Chapman University’s Hilbert Museum of California Art houses a superlative collection focusing on the “California Scene” painting movement from the 1920’s to the 1970’s. Chapman is proud to host the Hilbert Collection in the only museum of its kind in the nation. Shuttle buses will be on hand to take guests from the State of the University Address in Memorial Hall to the Museum, which is located just across from Ruby’s and the train station.

Location: Hilbert Museum of California Art, 167 N. Atchison Street, Orange.

Bring your parent (or a friend) to join the Office of Parent Engagement and the Alumni Association for a Chappy Hour gathering! You will have the opportunity to connect with Chapman’s alumni services during a small reception with drinks and small bites.

Location: TBD

Start your day with coffee and a light breakfast as you connect with leaders from Chapman’s ten schools and colleges.

Join us for a welcome and Keynote Address from Chapman's President, Daniele C. Struppa

Stop by our tables and learn about our innovative 4+1 degree programs and meet with graduate program representatives from the schools and colleges.

Various departments and vendors will come together to create a unique shopping experience for all things graduation and commencement related.

Jerry Price, Ph.D., dean of students and vice president for student affairs
The freshman experience is a unique and exciting time in your life. Learn how to best navigate your first year at Chapman and the resources available to help you be a successful student.

Roberto Coronel, director of academic advising
Even as sophomores, students should be planning ahead for graduation. Learn how you can effectively stay on track and set yourself up to graduate on time.

Susan Chang, assistant director of career education
This session will highlight critical factors in today’s job market, give you the tools to ensure you are developing key relationships to help you network in the future.

Brady Hogan, director of alumni engagement
Chapman’s Alumni Association offers job placement assistance, educational and social programs, and a Chapman connection for life. Find out about the opportunities you can take advantage of now, plus assistance you can receive after graduation.

Jason Keller, Ph.D., assistant professor of biological sciences, Schmid College of Science and Technology
Dr. Keller is an ecologist broadly interested in the flow of carbon and nutrients through ecosystems. Much of his work explores how ecosystems will respond to ongoing global change. Come learn more about his research.

Jodi Hicks, assistant director of overseas programs, Center for Global Education, and Panel
Chapman boasts an education that develops students as global citizens and encourages all students to study abroad for an academic year, semester, summer, or interterm. Students interested in study abroad should begin their planning process early. Learn from our experts what you should be doing to properly prepare for an international experience.

Heidi Swanson, internship coordinator
Students use internships as a gateway to a promising future. Gain insight on how you can optimize Chapman’s resources to secure the internship of your dreams!

Program Advisers are assigned by each academic program to ensure you have the required courses to earn your degree(s). Learn from our panel of program advisers how and when you should utilize them.

Jo Bandy, executive director of career and professional development, and Alumni Panel
Gain valuable insight on attaining a job post-graduation from Chapman alumni who have made the jump from college to the working world.

Brian Alters, Ph.D., FAAAS, Attallah College of Educational Studies
Buckle up for a fun romp through Walt Disney's world of fantasy and Charles Darwin's reality of nature: explore their creations and their beliefs, and delve into some profound ideas underpinning our origins and our happiness.

Dave Sundby, director of residence life and first-year experience
With an ever-growing student population, housing is a hot topic. Find out what housing opportunities you should be exploring as a freshman and what this timeline should look like next for year and beyond.

Sherri U. Akau, associate director of residence life and first-year experience, and Amanda Zamora, off-campus housing coordinator
With an ever-growing student population, housing is a hot topic. Find out what opportunities you should be exploring as a sophomore and what this timeline should look like.

If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree, or a fellowship or scholar program after graduation, it is important for you to start preparing as early as junior year. Learn some of the crucial steps to take in this important process.

Brittany Pacheco, associate director of academic events
Learn about Chapman’s Commencement ceremonies and get tips on making this a smooth and stress-free day.

Richard Bausch and James P. Blaylock, professors of English and creative writing, Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Authors of Peace and Living in the Weather of the World (Richard Bausch), and the Langdon St. Ives series and pioneer of Steampunk (James P. Blaylock) will read short excerpts from their latest books and discuss the ways writers build vibrant characters and convey them on the page so they come alive in readers' minds.

Enjoy lunch while touring an extensive collection of previously unpublished war letters from every American conflict.

The cost for lunch is $15 per person and tickets must be purchased to receive lunch. Tickets must be purchase by both the student and parent if both wish to attend the lunch!

Location: The Center for the American War Letters Reading Room, Leatherby Libraries, Lower Level

Join Dean Bob Bassett for a workshop as parents experience what it is like to be a student in the film division at Dodge College. Dodge College parents will collaborate to conceptualize and direct a 30-second video from start to finish using industry-standard equipment. To accommodate the editing process, the workshop will conclude with a cocktail reception and dinner before the screening on the film in the stunning Folino Theater.

*Dinner will be provided for those who attend the full workshop from start (1:30 p.m.) to finish (8 p.m.)

Come to Kennedy Hall, home of the Fowler School of Law, to learn from current students and administrators about law school admissions, financial aid, and career services. Light appetizers provided.

Be sure to RSVP to this event as they are requiring additional registration.

Open House (1 – 1:30 p.m): Meet faculty, students, and parents in the School of Communication, during this informal open house event. Families and students can ask questions and learn more about our programs, classes, and opportunities.

Student Internship Panel (1:30 – 2:15 p.m.): What can you do with a degree from the School of Communication? The opportunities are endless. Hear from other current students about their internship experiences in the School of Communication. Learn how these experiences helped shape, expand, or even alter career goals.

The cost for lunch is $15 per person and tickets must be purchased to receive lunch. Tickets must be purchased by both the student and parent if both wish to attend the lunch.

This class explores the findings of the Chapman University Survey of American Fears, an annual survey of what Americans fear the most. We will discuss how the survey was collected, how students were involved in the project, and some of the most surprising key findings from this project about how our fears impact life.

The cost for lunch is $15 per person and tickets must be purchased to receive lunch. Tickets must be purchased by both the student and parent if both wish to attend the lunch.

Come learn about the remarkable solutions Schmid students have developed to address some of our planet's greatest challenges. By working together in multidisciplinary teams from their first day on campus, students in our innovative Grand Challenges Initiative gain a deep understanding of how to solve problems using science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The results showcased here illustrate how engaged students, who take ownership of their education, can achieve remarkable results.

Come learn about the extraordinary opportunities available to student in the Health and Behavioral Sciences majors from Dean Janeen Hill.

Location: Crean Hall, Atrium

The cost for lunch is $15 per person and tickets must be purchased to receive lunch. Tickets must be purchased by both the student and parent if both wish to attend the lunch.

Come meet and join College of Performing Arts (CoPA) Dean, Giulio Ongaro, Ph.D., as he gives an overview of the College, highlighting the 10-Year Anniversary of CoPA, various programs and degrees offered across all 3 disciplines – Music, Theatre, and Dance. Dean Ongaro will also discuss different partnerships CoPA has with outside organizations and the current landscape of the performing arts and how it relates to the students in CoPA. Parents and students are encouraged to ask questions about our programs and other opportunities.

Location: Shanley Choral Room, Bertea Hall Room 109

Matthew E. Hanson, Ph.D., MBA, director of Ralph W. Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics
Learn and discuss how to gain a competitive advantage by reacting faster to market opportunity. He will also discuss how students can become more entrepreneurial in the workforce.

Come explore the Launch Labs Garage, Chapman's startup incubator within the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics, where students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni can turn ideas into companies. The Launch Labs Garage provides open collaboration areas, meeting rooms, and variety of other services.

Location: 549 W. Palm Avenue, Orange, CA 92866