Inside Chapman’s own ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’
An annual tradition, each year a new cast and crew reenacts “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” as a gleefully anarchic shadowcast.
Alfonzo Gallanosa, the biggest “Evil Dead” fan on the planet
Under a self-imposed challenge at the beginning of the year, Alfonzo Gallanosa (pictured with director Sam Raimi and actor Ted Raimi) has watched his favorite movie every day without fail.
Keeping it simple: Anthony Hopkins’ advice for aspiring actors in Dodge Master Class
On Oct. 7, Chapman students joined together in the Folino Theater for a Master Class with award-winning actor Anthony Hopkins. The Master Class consisted of a screening of “The Father,” followed by a Q&A with Hopkins.
Inside The Kumquat, Chapman’s most secretive comedians
The Kumquat, Chapman’s infamous magazine satirizing and critiquing university culture and goings-on, is anonymously posted across campus each month.
Beyond the classroom: How travel courses shape students' global perspectives
Dodge College of Film and Media Arts students shape their knowledge of film through immersive travel courses, creating documentaries and gaining hands-on experience.
Live on tour: Ken Jennings brings Jeopardy! to Chapman
At the Dodge College Master Class, executive producers gave an inside scoop on the production of the popular game show, and Ken Jennings hosted a game of his own for students to compete in.
Chapman graduates join Fine Cut slate
Hunter Naho’okaika (‘23), Brianna Rebecca Schatt (‘23) and the real-life stories they documented look to gain a whole new audience.
From book to film: Ava DuVernay reveals the process of adaptation
On Sept. 16, Ava DuVernay joined Chapman University students to speak about her 2023 film “Origin” and share insights into the creative process of adapting the story from page to screen.
Shanny takes you behind-the-scenes of working with your favorite NFL players
Chapman alum Shannon Domingsil is behind some of the most iconic NFL social media content in the last four years. The Panther spoke with her about her time at the NFL, her favorite videos and where she is taking her pop-star voice next.
New Dodge College dinosaur stumps, delights, angers students
A new dinosaur has entered the villa and is welcomed with a variety of opinions from Dodge College of Film and Media Arts students and staff.
Chapman Animation & Visual Effects Student Association creates a vibrant community for animation hobbyists and majors alike
More than a club, Chapman Animation & Visual Effects Student Association (CAVESA) is an enduring and often-overlooked cornerstone of Chapman’s animation program
Bridging the gap: Seniors provide wisdom while freshmen offer fresh perspectives
Despite a four-year experience gap, freshmen and seniors can offer each other more valuable advice than they might realize.
‘On the Run’ crew discuss careers, professional collaboration, beginnings at Chapman
Chapman alumni Traci Hays, Sarah Eisenberg and Becky Wangberg detail their careers and the making of their latest feature project, “On the Run.”
Not one but two: Chapman students take on the Student Academy Awards
Two talented Chapman students, Aaron Johnson (‘24) and Daniel Salas (MFA ‘25), sat down with The Panther to discuss making their way to the finals of the Oscars’ Student Academy Awards.
Smiles all around: Chapman alumni host monthly stand-up gigs
Chapman graduates take their talents to the stand-up community in self-produced and self-written comedy shows.
You can’t spell SWE without ‘we’: Society of Women Engineers uplift women in STEM
Members of Chapman’s Society of Women Engineers spoke to The Panther about their group attending conferences, the benefits of joining the club and why they love being a part of the organization.
Meet your vegan bestie, Katharine Hampton, a “secret weapon” for animal rights
Whether she’s testifying before California’s Committee on Education or reviving Chapman’s Veg Club, the sophomore communication major serves as an advocate for animal rights everywhere and is encouraging others to do the same.
Makerspace arcade cabinet offers more than beating high scores
Students involved with the project discussed the process of building a working arcade cabinet from scratch.
Orange Film Fest goes where no festival has gone before
On April 20, legend of stage and screen LeVar Burton came to The Frida Cinema as the special guest of this year’s Orange Film Fest, which showcased some of the best in shorts from colleges across southern California.
Put on your dancing shoes: Students host prom for class of 2024
Students are organizing a themed prom with live music and vendors for the class of 2020 high school graduates who lost their final dance due to the COVID-19 pandemic.