Sophia Chew is the main character in every universe
Photographer and digital artist Sophia Chew specializes in self-portraiture, inserting herself into fictional worlds inspired by her favorite books, series and films. Her work has caught the attention of millions of social media users and major brands too.
‘Project Vesperi’ takes Chapman students on a one-way trip to Venus
The science fiction video game, created by Chapman students, follows a doctor investigating signs of life on the second planet from the sun. It was developed through multiple collaborative efforts, utilizing help from the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts and the Fowler School of Engineering.
Now this is podcasting: How a mother and son combined their love of film with their love of family
Senior Eric Rustum and his mom Minna Jung joined forces to launch a mother-son podcast. The Panther spoke with them to learn how it got started and what listeners can expect.
Billy Tibbals talks creative process, upcoming EP ‘Nightlife Stories’
Ahead of his second extended play (EP), musician Billy Tibbals reached out to The Panther to talk about his upcoming EP ‘Nightlife Stories,’ touching on his musical inspirations and songwriting process.
COPA one-act showcase to feature work of three student directors
After over a year of preparation, the College of Performing Arts presents three student-directed one-act plays, including “Kissing Scene,” “Icarus’s Mother” and “Trifles.”
Rethink your drink: SCC class implementing healthy caution around alcohol consumption
The students of SCC 400 Message Design 2 seek to inform Chapman on the effects of unhealthy drinking habits through a series of fun and educational events.
Chapman students flock to the Birdwatching Association
Chapman’s Birdwatching Association talks about their love of birds and what students can expect from meetings.
Young Dumb Winners take home national radio award
The Chapman Radio show won big at the Intercollegiate Broadcast System Award for Best Comedy Program on March 2. The group talked to The Panther about their show's origins, funniest episodes and being best friends who live together.
Chapman musician honors grandmother through orchestral piece and short film
Chapman student and aspiring film composer Logyn Okuda talked to The Panther about his upcoming score-focused short film “Elegy for a Flower” and how collaboration played a big role in bringing it to life.
O-Sky Lochmandy talks creative inspirations, finding his musical footing
The Chapman musician spoke with The Panther about the inspirations behind his music, the Florida music scene and future plans.
Cut to the bone: Student-curated exhibit arrives in Escalette Art Collection
Chapman students partner with Los Angeles-based artist Jenny Yurshansky for an exhibition that explores family and what it means to connect with your roots.
Life’s batter with Taylor Green’s baking
The Chapman student baker spoke with The Panther about how she made a cake for Dean Henrik Cronqvist and the future of her baking company, Taylor Baked.
Chapman alumna shares journey with OCD, talks published short story
Danielle Krikorian, a 2020 creative writing alumna, shared the development and publishing of her OCD-inspired short story, “Darci and the Hook, Line, and Sinker.”
The Rage founders talk fashion magazine, highlighting personal styles
The Rage Magazine works to highlight student fashion interests and is open to all ideas students are interested in pitching.
COPA to perform comedic, modern take on ‘Twelfth Night, or What You Will’
After a four week stretch of rehearsals, Chapman’s College of Performing Arts (COPA) will perform their Shakespeare reimagining, “Twelfth Night, or What You Will,” on Feb. 15-17 for their department show in Musco Hall.
Love isn’t dead: The timeless tales of Chapman love
With Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14, Chapman couples share their love stories and opinions on the holiday.
Love is dead: Chapman singles talk Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day approaches, The Panther spoke to single Chapman Students about experiencing FOMO, the bombardment of couples’ content across social media and learning how to be with yourself.
‘Smoothie Bowl’ Girl Nicole Renard takes her TikTok creations to ‘Next Level Chef’
The Chapman alumna talks about her passion for baking, which has led to her cooking for Chapman students in Randall Dining Hall and appearing in chef Gordon Ramsay’s new season of ‘Next Level Chef,’ airing exclusively on Fox.
Playwrights’ Arena uplifts minority narratives in new production ‘Three’
Artistic director Jon Lawrence Rivera and playwright Nick Salamone sat down with The Panther to discuss the mission of the Playwright’s Arena theater and their new play ‘Three’ — a queer, American reimagining of Anton Chekov’s ‘The Three Sisters.’
Chapman professor keeps food fraud off shelves
Associate professor Rosalee Hellberg, who is also the associate program director of food science, conducts studies to detect mislabeling on seafood products and develop food safety practices to detect pathogens. She runs Chapman’s Food Protection Lab, which offers unique research opportunities to students interested in food fraud and food safety.