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The Chapman Family Homecoming Celebration

The Chapman Family Homecoming Celebration is this October 11-13, 2018! The SoC is eagerly preparing for the multiple events happening that weekend. Please join the fun by stopping by the SoC Alumni Panel, Faculty Master Class and SoC tailgate!

Alumni Panel:                   
Friday, Oct. 12th, 1-2 PM AF209C

Learn where your SoC degree can take you!

Register for the SoC Alumni Panel to hear from recent graduates from the School of Communication about how to use what you've learned in school in the real world, which classes were most helpful with post-grad life, and more!

Meet and network with graduates from your very own School of Communication at Chapman University!

SoC Tailgate:               
Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018         
4–6:30 PM at Musco Lawn

Show some SoC pride and visit School of Communication faculty, Chapman Radio, and the annual RETHINK Campaign on the MUSCO Lawn during the annual Homecoming Tailgate celebration.

Spin the prize wheel and win some SoC swag!

Social Media for Good

Faculty Master Class:           
Social Media for Good Presented by Sophie Janicke-Bowles, Ph.D.

Pralle Lecture Hall, Beckman Hall, Room 104

School of Communication Assistant Professor presents a Master Class during the 2018 Homecoming Celebration.

Is social media the root of all evil in today’s society? Find out why or why not, and get some practical tips for using social media platforms in ways that foster connection and well-being.

Read more about her work here. 

Peace Communication in Costa Rica - Interterm Travel Course

Interested in studying abroad without the costs of an entire semester? 

Travel to Costa Rica this interterm and experience real-world applications of communication and peace studies research.

Come be a part of this exciting interdisciplinary, international travel course!

Apply today! 

Sharyl Attkisson: The Smear - Tuesday, October 2 at 7:30 PM

Sharyl Attkisson, Emmy-winning journalist and host of the TV program Full Measure, unravels the hidden world of political opposition research in her book, The Smear. In it, she reveals dirty tricks those in power on all sides use to influence public opinion. Spin doctors and outside interests use a tactic known as “the Smear” to blindly influence the American public, she writes, noting that there is an agenda by those pushing most major political stories.

School of Communication students and faculty receive free tickets through the Dean’s office. Contact Rachael Daniels at rdaniels@chapman.edu to reserve your ticket.

Registration Help

Need helping deciding which classes to take for next semester?  Check out the Course Overviews section of our blog to learn more about School of Communication courses!

Did you know?
COM AND SCC majors can take either COM 295 or SCC 295 to satisfy the Research Methods requirement.

Did you know?
COM 101 (Public Speaking) is now COM 102 (Public Speaking in a Diverse Society). Either course will satisfy the Public Speaking requirement for the COM major.

Need more help?
A School of Communication Advisor is available to meet with you every afternoon on the second floor of Doti Hall!

Alumni Spotlight: Tiffany Lewis '04

Founder and CEO, TheTableTogether.com

Chief Operating Officer, FrogLeg’s Culinary Academy

Have you heard you can do anything with a degree from the School of Communication at Chapman University? Tiffany Lewis is a prime example of this. She is a food stylist, writer, recipe tester and developer, professionally trained cook, and frequent dinner party host.
You can meet her at the SoC Alumni Panel on Friday October 12th in AF 209 at 1pm! Register here.
Read more about her experience here.

Transfer Students Only: Advising Help 11/2, 1-2pm in BK 201

Are you a transfer student in the School of Communication trying to figure out your class schedule for next semester?

Your School of Communication program advisors can help!

Visit with School of Communication program advisors on Friday, November 2nd in Beckman 201 for snacks and advice about your SoC class schedule. Bring your laptop and your questions!