COVID-19 vaccine divisive before government approval
Companies Pfizer and Moderna are in late stage trials for a COVID-19 vaccine which may be approved for use as early as October, leading to speculation that there may be political motives behind the announcement so close to the November presidential election.
Rinker Pharmacy, Crean students transition to in-person learning
Chapman University administration decided last month to hold in-person labs and evaluations for students in the School of Pharmacy and the Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences.
SGA launches COVID-19 financial relief program
The Student Government Association is spearheading a $100,000 relief program students can apply for until the funds are fully distributed.
‘Orange County can be the next Kenosha’: Patriot Front propaganda found near campus
Chapman University law student Michael Mermelstein found stickers from Patriot Front, a white supremacist group, posted at Bruxie and along West Sycamore Avenue Sept. 1.
Over 100 students attend BSU protest calling for greater administration response
Members of the Black Student Union led a protest on the steps of Memorial Hall Aug. 29 to question Chapman University’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Republican party nominates Trump at platformless convention
The National Republican Convention was held on the steps of the White House with an in-person ceremony ensuing during the nomination for the reelection of President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence.
Chapman faculty and staff temporarily lose retirement contributions
President Daniele Struppa announced in an email to employees July 31 that Chapman is temporarily suspending contributions to 401(a) retirement plans.
Chapman partners with Orange police as county is removed from watchlist
Chapman is partnering with the Orange Police Department to fund increased patrols in local neighborhoods to more quickly neutralize off-campus partying with the potential to spread COVID-19.
Validity of mail-in voting under siege during Postal Service controversy
Eligible voters at Chapman can drop off their ballots at any of the 110 ballot boxes or over 160 vote centers in Orange County to ensure their vote is submitted.
Over 100 students attend BSU protest calling for greater administration response
Members of the Black Student Union led a protest on the steps of Memorial Hall Aug. 29 to question Chapman University’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Fowler law students reflect on experience and school reputation
Current students and alumni of the Dale E. Fowler School of Law spoke with The Panther on their perspectives of the law school and its efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.
Chapman community grapples with possible reputational damage
Parents and Board members believe that the Newsweek opinion of law professor John Eastman, as well as other recent incidents, could affect Chapman’s reputation.
Individual schools within Chapman work to diversify the campus
President Daniele Struppa released a campus-wide email detailing the diversity and inclusion efforts of individual schools within Chapman.
Editorial | Chapman can do better
As Chapman is a microcosm of America with its flaws and freedoms, being proud to be a Panther often means reflecting on how Chapman can do better.
Individual schools within Chapman work to diversify the campus
President Daniele Struppa released a campus-wide email detailing the diversity and inclusion efforts of individual schools within Chapman.
Chapman students craft mandatory diversity training
Orientation for first-year students will be broadcasted through Zoom, with mandatory programming that now includes a diversity, equity and inclusion session.
Biden secures nomination at Democratic National Convention
The Democratic National Convention saw its first virtual four-day event in which the Democratic Party formally nominated Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as their presidential and vice presidential candidates.
Albany Law School professor talks John Eastman’s argument
The Panther spoke to Albany Law School professor Stephen Clark to gather his thoughts on the Newsweek opinion written by Chapman law professor John Eastman.
Opinion | Why the two-party system is dangerous
I am voting for Joe Biden in November purely based on the fact that he is not Trump and he is not a Republican.
Chapman response to Eastman’s opinion ignites backlash
President Daniele Struppa suggested Chapman University isn’t responsible for endorsing or refuting law professor John Eastman’s controversial opinion piece on birthright citizenship.
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