Biden officially recognizes Armenian genocide on its 106th anniversary
On April 24, President Biden officially recognized the 1915 Armenian genocide, an action unprecedented by any previous U.S. president.
Caitlyn Jenner announces campaign for California governor
Caitlyn Jenner is running for governor of California, despite critics questioning her decision to run as a Republican given her transgender identity.
Chapman hires first senior director of Ethnic Studies
Mark Hopson is the new senior director of Ethnic Studies and aims to use his intercultural communication training to further diversity, equity and inclusion.
Mathematics professor named new dean of School of Communication
Andrew Moshier has been named incoming dean of the School of Communication once Lisa Sparks steps down May 31.
Analysis | Will recent U.S. shootings be labeled as hate crimes?
The Panther sat down with Peter Levi, regional director of the Anti-Defamation League, to discuss the legal basis of hate crimes.
Biden announces withdrawal of U.S. military from Afghanistan
The Biden administration aims to withdraw all American troops by the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.
Analysis | Evaluating Biden presidency, handling of immigration
The president’s reversal of his decision to keep the refugee cap at 15,000 a year has prompted some to question his consistency.
Questions mount over potential investigation into history professor
Liam O’Mara tweeted a KKK hood to far-right, Black political commentator Candace Owens, inciting concerns and a potential university investigation.
Town hall sheds light on future of COVID-19 vaccination
Chapman and The Orange County Register hosted an event to provide the community with updated information on the COVID-19 vaccine.
Modern ‘Animal House’: Fraternity students disturb Orange residents
Homeowners adjacent to a house occupied by members of Chapman’s Phi Delta Theta chapter describe constant partying and noise disturbances.
Virtual memorial service to commemorate lives lost during pandemic
Fish Interfaith Center staff will host a community memorial service April 26 for students, faculty and staff to virtually gather together.
Q&A | Discussing extremism in Orange County with Brian Levin
As hate groups continue to exist in Orange County and frequent campus, The Panther discussed the phenomenon with expert Brian Levin.
‘Brilliant pioneer’: Chapman professor, ‘SNL’ writer Anne Beatts dies at 74
Screenwriting professor Anne Beatts, an original writer on “Saturday Night Live,” passed away prior to the production of two upcoming projects.
On-campus vaccination clinic switches from Johnson & Johnson to Pfizer
Following a federal recommendation to halt distribution of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, Ralphs administered Pfizer to students.
Analysis | Extremist groups are increasingly targeting college campuses
College campuses are becoming a target for extremist group advertising and attempts at recruitment.
Ty Seidule reflects on unlearning reverence for Robert E. Lee, Confederacy
Ty Seidule shared his story of once believing in the “Lost Cause” mythology for decades and how he has altered his ideologies since.
Orange City Council direct appointment over special election upsets residents
Kathy Tavoularis, who was appointed to fill the vacant District 3 Orange City Council seat, will attend the council’s next meeting.
Chapman guest speaker spotlights female leaders, activists
Barbara Ransby — a professor, activist and award-winning author — spoke about civil rights activists of the past and present.
Supreme Court rules for indoor religious gatherings despite COVID-19
An April 9 ruling determined that religious gatherings of three or more households in private homes are protected under the First Amendment.
Orange City Council to restrict short-term rentals
The Orange City Council passed a first reading of an ordinance restricting the number of short-term rentals, as well as increasing the cost of their operation.
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