One Year Later
The Panther’s March 15 special issue reflects on the past year since the World Health Organization declared the pandemic — including vaccination efforts, newfound psychological tendencies, the adjustment to remote socialization and personal sentiments from students, alumni and Chapman faculty.
Graphic by HARRY LADA, Art Director
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.
‘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.
Disneyland included in California’s new amusement park guidelines
Disneyland fans voiced mixed reactions to California’s new April 1 reopening guidelines.
‘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.
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.
Editorial | Our first day back
If our community works together maybe this can really work. Maybe we can recapture that elementary school giddiness once again.
Opinion | Reflecting on my year with COVID-19
It’s been a full year now since classes first shut down due to COVID-19. The pandemic undoubtedly changed everyone.
Opinion | Maybe Chapman wasn’t the right choice, but that’s OK
There’s no reason for me to go to a private university during this time. But now it’s too late.
Opinion | 16 easy steps to grow your hair out during a pandemic
Relish in the fact that you now have long hair. Not even a pandemic can stop you now.
Opinion | Behind the screens: why it’s necessary to return to in-person classes
Students at Dodge College anxiously await the return to campus. Classes are challenging and disappointing in a remote setting.
Opinion | Chapman’s other plague preventing a successful campus return: entitlement
Until students decide that the thrill of cocking the gun isn’t worth the price of the shrapnel, it’s better to just not play the game at all.
Opinion | Reflecting on a pandemic graduation
The class of 2020 ended our college experience online. What once was an exciting finish line became a peripheral uncertainty.
Opinion | Why we need to continue to be cautious
We need to listen to the experts and continue to follow their guidelines until we are told it is safe to do otherwise.
Opinion | Why sometimes working the job you hate is a necessary evil
At the end of the day, I have to keep working for the dictator, because in times like these, I just really need the job.
COVID-19’s impact on online behavior
A recent study examined internet search terms and social media trends to observe how the pandemic has affected online behavior.
‘Hard pill to swallow’: Old Towne Orange visitors lament business closures
Small businesses such as The Aussie Bean, Growl Juice Pub and Fork & Salad have shut down due to the pandemic.
Analysis | Want to ace your virtual interview? Chapman’s career center can help
After learning about virtual interviewing tools Chapman’s Career and Professional Development offers, I decided to try some of them myself.
Analysis | Psychological tendencies we wouldn’t have without the pandemic
From avoiding large crowds to the panic of putting on a mask in public, the pandemic has forced new, habitual tendencies.