Your Chapman story only just begins upon graduation; the connection between you and your alma mater is lifelong. Whether you graduated five years ago or 50 years ago, we hope you'll stay involved with the Chapman Family. We also hope you'll keep us posted on what's happening in your life so we can celebrate your successes and share your news. Read on to learn about opportunities to be an active part of our Chapman Family.

• Paula Trimble-Familettie ’76 won a gold medal at the 2015 Illumination Book Awards in the “Bible Study” category for her book, Prostitutes, Virgins and Mothers: Questioning Teachings about Biblical Women (2014).
• Lauren Potts ’15, Dylan Trumbull ’14, Hannah Karsen ’12 and Sydney Snyder ’10, along with a group of independent artists, formed Patient Experience, an art collective that sheds light on and sparks conversation about illness. Read more »
• Gabriel Serrato-Buelna ’97, owner and founder of Serrato+Co., a public relations, marketing and branding agency, signed actress Lilimar Hernandez of Nickelodeon’s Bella and the Bulldogs.

Want to be featured here, on the alumni blog and Twitter, or in Chapman Magazine? Submit a class note online »

WILD author Cheryl Strayed rediscovered herself on her three-month solo journey hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail.

Have nature and time spent in the outdoors changed you and shaped your character? Alumni are invited to share stories (of any length) and photos about your experiences to inspire others to get out and experience all that nature has to offer. Learn more »

Submit your story to the alumni blog by Friday, August 14 »

The author of the blog post with the most social media interaction will receive an autographed copy of WILD and two reserved seats at Cheryl Strayed’s talk on campus on Tuesday, September 29.

Alumni, Faculty and Staff Book Club

Get "Wild" with Chapman this summer and join our Alumni, Faculty and Staff Book Club in reading WILD: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed. Attend a book club discussion (virtually or on campus) and you'll receive reserved seating at the Sept. 29 event.

Learn more and join the book club »

Do you remember the excitement of attending your freshmen orientation? Join fellow alumni and 50 Year Club members in welcoming the incoming Class of 2019 to the Chapman Family at the annual orientation candle lighting ceremony. 

Wednesday, August 26
7 p.m. - Dessert reception, Allred Entrada, Leatherby Libraries
7:30 p.m. - Candle lighting ceremony, Attallah Piazza

Don't miss this meaningful opportunity to pass on the flame of the Chapman experience by lighting students' candles from yours. RSVP to Sarah Buckley ’14 at (714) 744-2184 or via email by Friday, August 21.

Last month alumni gathered for Chappy Hour in Chicago, Claremont and San Diego.

Want to meet Chapman Alumni in your area? Sign up to organize a Chappy Hour. It’s simple, easy and a lot of fun. Just pick a place and fill out the form and we'll do the rest. 

Organize a Chappy Hour in your area »

Do you have an interesting or unique story about how you got your job? Or do you have an unusual career? Chapman Magazine is looking for alumni stories for an upcoming issue. Share your story »

Alumni S.O.S. Resume and Job Search Workshop

Exploring career opportunities? Looking to polish up your resume? Join the knowledgeable staff of the Career Development Center for a session of this one-hour workshop.

Thursday, August 6, 3 - 4 p.m.
Tuesday, August 11, 3 - 4 p.m.
Both sessions will be held in Arygros Forum 303Q

RSVP online »

Internship Expo

Wednesday, September 17
3 - 6 p.m.
Student Union Ballroom, Argyros Forum, Room 119

Is your company looking to hire interns? Come to the CDC's Internship Expo and connect with Chapman students who are eager to put their talent and skills to work in internships. The deadline to register is Sept. 10. Contact Aaron Perez, career relations specialist, to register »

Last month Chapman50 founding member and chair of career and industry partnerships Alex Hayden '95 hosted a C-Suite Exchange event with special guest David E. I. Pyott, Chapman University trustee and former CEO of Allergan.

Dean Reginald Gilyard of the Argyros School of Business and Economics interviewed Pyott about "Leading in Turbulent Times," particularly focusing on the challenges of facing a $45 billion hostile takeover attempt by Valeant head-on, and creating a better outcome for his shareholders and employees by being acquired by Actavis for $70 billion. Read more »

Bottle Logic's mission is to brew the highest quality craft beer available. Customers can embark on an experimental journey in one of Southern California's finest tasting rooms (located in Anaheim, Calif.) where new beers are available each week for tasting enjoyment. 

Courtesy of alumnus Steve Napolitano '05, founder and president of Bottle Logic, Chapman alumni can enjoy 15% off draft beer. Learn more about Bottle Logic »

Chapman was honored to welcome the Special Olympics World Games Los Angeles 2015 teams from Canada and Senegal to campus last month.

During their visit, graduate athletic training students worked with the athletes, assisting with stretching, calisthenics, warm-ups and yoga exercises. At the Games, a group of graduate communication sciences and disorders students assisted the Special Olympics Healthy Hearing team. Read more »

TEDxChapmanU is coming up on Thursday, August 20 from 1 - 5:30 p.m. in Memorial Hall and the event is already close to selling out! Act fast and take advantage of the special Chapman Family discount to get your ticket for just $10 (regularly $20).

Learn more and purchase tickets »

A Chapman ID number and log-in is required to receive the discount. Contact the Service Desk at (714) 997-6600 if you need your ID and log-in information.

Thank you all who attended our Alumni Summer Bash last month!

Alumni from class years across the decades spent an evening reminiscing in true Panther spirit with former classmates while making new friends under the warm summer skies.

Check out photos from the Summer Bash »