Photo essay | AAPI rally chants in solidarity for self-love
At least 75 people attended the rally dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive space for the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
Child among 4 killed in Orange mass shooting, shooter in critical condition
Orange police officers were dispatched March 31 to respond to the third mass shooting the U.S. has seen in just over two weeks.
BSU resigns, Dean of Students hosts campus expression presentation
The Black Student Union executive board resigned March 18. Dean Jerry Price clarified university protocol on addressing hate speech.
Chapman prepares for transition to hybrid learning
Staff and faculty will be required to teach on campus unless they submit a request, but students will have the option to stay online regardless.
Foley wins seat on OC Board of Supervisors, narrows Republican majority
For the first time in 127 years, Republicans on the Orange County Board of Supervisors lost grasp of the 2nd District seat.
Orange County transitions to red tier, indoor operations resume
Following the March 14 reclassification, venues like restaurants, schools and amusement parks are permitted to reopen.
Video | Chapman prepares for hybrid learning amid safety concerns
Dean of Students Jerry Price and Vice President of Facilities Management Richard Turner detail preventative COVID-19 safety measures in place.
Orange City Council restricts accessory housing, short-term rentals
New restrictions prohibit more than one bedroom for every 500 square feet, bedrooms with outside access and kitchen utilities in bedrooms.
Orange residents, students express hesitancy toward COVID-19 vaccines
Vaccines are available for distribution, yet some remain uncertain about the efficiency and long-term effects.
Disneyland included in California’s new amusement park guidelines
Disneyland fans voiced mixed reactions to California’s new April 1 reopening guidelines.
‘Don’t lie’: Chapman students go to unusual lengths to receive the vaccine
Students are attempting every way to get the vaccine, from driving across state borders to prematurely signing up for an appointment.
‘Damage control’: Newsom struck by recall movement after series of lawsuits
With an emphasis on his alleged poor handling of the pandemic, Governor Gavin Newsom is the target in a recall campaign.
Surveys reveal student, faculty discontent with hybrid learning
In recent surveys, students and faculty expressed a strong preference against a hybrid model of learning.
Orange not following other Orange County cities in providing hazard pay
Although cities have been voting to provide hazard pay for grocery workers, the city of Orange has not discussed the topic.
Orange City Council member resigns, council to replace vacant seat
Mike Alvarez resigned from his seat March 8 to due a judge-confirmed violation of a two consecutive-term limit.
Analysis | A year in review: COVID-19 remains politically divisive in the US
Safety measures like lockdowns, social distancing and mask wearing have divided public opinion across political lines.
‘In quicksand’: Female faculty talk pandemic’s impact on work, childcare stigma
With the pandemic forcing children to stay at home, mothers in academia juggle multiple responsibilities while attempting to stay focused on their careers.
Q&A | A sit down with President Struppa on community division
Struppa shares his perspective on fraternity parties, conduct violation reporting and the university’s readiness to reintroduce hybrid classes March 29.
Johnson & Johnson joins Moderna, Pfizer as third American vaccine provider
Johnson & Johnson’s vaccine was approved for use in the U.S. Feb. 27, but many are concerned about its 72% effectiveness.
Guest speaker works to end police violence through data collection
Samuel Sinyangwe presented some of his statistical work and solutions to Chapman students in a Zoom webinar March 2.
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