The Frida proves independent cinema’s not ‘D(e)AD’
Isabella Roland’s family dramedy and The Frida Cinema show how independent releases can find an audience in the digital age.
‘And the Emmy goes to’: Evan Nowack goes primetime
How rejection and a chance decision led intern Evan Nowack to TV’s biggest night.
Chapman grads triumph at Fine Cut ceremony
Four Chapman alumni celebrated their award-winning documentary film at the Fine Cut Festival.
Billy Ray’s advice to screenwriters? Work for everything
“The Hunger Games” screenwriter came to campus as part of the Master Class series, and left Chapman students with valuable tools to succeed in the industry.
A dream deferred: Students renew effort to establish the first Black sorority on campus
After numerous past efforts, students are trying to establish the first Alpha Kappa Alpha Chapter on campus.
Dodge College alumni pair return to discuss film festival darling, ‘Twinless’
Chapman University alumni, James Sweeney and Greg Cotten, sat down with students on Tuesday night to answer questions about their award-winning breakout.
Soul Real Market brings variety, community to OC
A dedicated customer base has been key to the trendy flea market’s success.
How to make Orange feel like home
Upperclassmen share their advice on how to deal with feelings of homesickness during your first year.
Dodge College’s most famous alumni return with buckets of advice
The Duffer Brothers, creators of “Stranger Things,” offered insights on how to make it in the film industry to current Chapman students at a recent Master Class.
Sitcom star Janelle James brings humor and honesty to Chapman
The “Abbott Elementary” actress shared how her background in comedy led her to a television career.
The final bow: Seniors perform at the BFA Actor Showcase
Four senior screen acting and theater performance majors share their performance experiences and prep for the show.
Raphaelle Thibaut talks ‘Sea Lions of the Galapagos’
The composer sat down with The Panther to discuss her career and work on Disneynature’s latest production, including scoring the Galapagos islands and the journey of a young sea lion.
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.