Merry COVID-Christmas
The Panther’s Dec. 7 special issue on how the pandemic is affecting the holidays, what the Chapman community is doing to celebrate the season, how local businesses are adjusting to stay-at-home orders and more.
Graphic by HARRY LADA, Art Director
Editorial | Dear Santa
Here are some of our holiday wishes; maybe we’ll receive the sort of Christmas miracle we hear about in the movies.
‘Bulk up’: Orange retailers prepare online inventory for holiday season
Small businesses have had to adapt to increasing COVID-19 rates during one of the most profitable times of the year.
Physician Assistant Studies students transition to clinics as COVID-19 persists
First-year Physician Assistant Studies students at Chapman were commemorated at a virtual white coat ceremony and will be entering clinical rotations.
Opinion | T’was a month before 2021
And standing six feet apart or more, Maybe next year we’ll invite friends to the door; I’ll spring onto Zoom, to call friends and family afar; Then our spirits lifted, that no quarantine could bar.
Restaurants navigate new COVID-19 restrictions as all dining closes
Local businesses discussed the difficulty that comes with adhering to ever-changing COVID-19 regulations.
Chapman athletes look ahead to the upcoming holiday season
After an out-of-the-ordinary semester, Chapman athletes are looking forward to a relaxing holiday break to decompress.
On-campus students without COVID-19 test lose building access
After returning from fall break, Chapman announced that students living on campus who hadn’t undergone COVID-19 testing would lose building access.
Chapman athletic conference cancels fall, winter sports competition
After months of waiting, athletes received news that they will not face competition during the 2020-2021 academic year.
Where to get the best holiday drinks in Orange
The Panther compiled a comprehensive list and rating of festive beverages worth trying in close proximity to campus.
Chapman food pantry promotes food accessibility as holidays approach
To combat food insecurity, Chapman University’s food pantry provides frozen meals and personal hygiene items to all its students, faculty and staff.
Students stay merry during COVID-19 through holiday decor
Despite the pandemic putting a damper on the holiday season, some students are embracing holiday traditions in safe ways.
Opinion | COVID-19’s love handles
During the COVID-19 era, we can rebuild ourselves from the inside out. We can develop new cooking skills, explore new foods (and) plan meals.
Opinion | Growing environmental apathy during the holiday season
Parallels can be drawn in Christmas tree purchasing and the similar buy-and-sell antics during the alleged season of giving.
Review | Four best Netflix Christmas movies
The Panther has narrowed down the four best Netflix Christmas movies that will make the holiday season a little brighter.
‘Silver lining’: Christmas tree farms take advantage of outdoor activities
The pandemic has had a financial toll on small businesses. Yet there’s one venue that’s managed to thrive.
Episode 11 | Who is Santa Claus?
Opinion | NFL has to rethink COVID-19 strategy
I know the sports industry is a business, but there needs to be a line drawn. Players need to have a say in scheduling.
NBA returning as early Christmas present for fans
With the NBA returning Dec. 22, fans are excited for an upcoming season, but the restart leaves some unknowns.