University Program Board: ‘The planner friend’
UPB is a Chapman University champion of community engagement.
Chapman students reinvigorate interest in documentary with new club
In a film school as large as Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, it’s difficult for unscripted content to find the limelight. DOCU and its board aim to change that.
Benito Skinner talks new series ‘Overcompensating,’ first days at college
The creator and star of the new A24/Amazon MGM Studios production discussed how his college experience and the experience of your first few days on campus impacted his new comedy series.
Dodge College duo wins Coca-Cola Refreshing Films grand prize
After two years of not making it past the semifinals, Aiko Lozar and Lexi Berganio have finally put one of their scripts submitted for the program into production.
Chapman’s Pre-Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy club supports a passionate community of healers
Open to all majors, Pre-PT/OT club offers a space for those interested in pursuing training in physical and occupational therapy to learn more about it, grow as people and as healers and share their experiences.
Seen on the Screen podcast: Hollywood at your fingertips
The Seen on the Screen podcast shines a light on the biggest names in the film industry today and the jobs and creatives not always seen in the spotlight.
The Walt Disney Speaker Series delves into company history, draws unprecedented attendance
Curator Jeff Kurtti speaks on his plans to educate the Chapman community about one of history’s most impactful media legacies.
Dodge graduates at SXSW: Exploring the stories behind alumni films
A behind-the-scenes look at Dodge College of Film and Media Arts alums making waves at SXSW 2025.
Amanda Seyfried stops by Dodge College
The Oscar-nominated actor, known for her roles in “Mean Girls,” “Mamma Mia!” and “Mank,” visited the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts for a career retrospective Master Class.
Zonta Filmfest returns to Dodge College
This year's Zonta Filmfest runs on April 26 from 1 - 4:30 p.m. in the Marion Knotts Studios lobby. Student tickets are on sale for $25.
Chapman senior creates fully AI-generated thesis film project
Senior creative producing major Betsy Siegel breaks down the process of how she created Chapman’s first entirely artificial intelligence-generated film project, commenting on the rapidly evolving technology and its presence in the film industry.
Opinion | Spring break 2025: Broadway in review
Assistant features and entertainment editor Izzy Betz reviews the five Broadway and Off-Broadway shows she saw this spring break and tells you what you should see on your next trip to the Big Apple.
Healing to You: Providing mobile medical support to domestic violence victims
Healing to You’s mobile clinics offer personalized medical care to domestic violence survivors in Southern California, with two Chapman students among their dedicated staff.
Chapman alum Prarthana Mohan directs new Amazon rom-com
Mohan’s “Picture This” is an accomplishment for Chapman students to look up to.
UPB Drag Bingo continues a campy Chapman tradition
On Feb. 22, world-famous drag queens Jiggly Caliente and Plane Jane ran a high-energy game of bingo replete with live performances and raunchy laughs
‘Nightcap’ makes a comeback: Students revive sketch comedy show
“Nightcap,” the late-night comedy show created by Chapman students in the late ‘90s, is set to return this year.
Chapman’s marketing club expands its network with major rebranding
As the newest chapter in the nationwide American Marketing Association (AMA), Chapman’s marketing club is bringing new opportunities for its members.
Chapman Student Organized Productions to showcase Tolstoy Adaptation ‘Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812’
The Panther examines Chapman Student Organized Productions’ club culture as it prepares for its biggest show yet.
“BFF”: Women in Film club forms friendships on and off-screen
The Women in Film club’s second annual short film reflects the sisterhood it establishes amongst Chapman film students.
Chapman alumni navigate Sundance with YoungArts experience
Each year, YoungArts selects five students to attend the Sundance Film Festival. This year, two of them were Chapman alumni.