February 10, 2026 | Inside Chapman

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Chapman’s new vice president for enrollment management reflects on his path from first-generation student to national enrollment leader, why continuity matters right now, and his simple advice to parents of college-bound students.

Setting the Stage for What’s Next in the Performing Arts

Dean Anne Hogan is rethinking how students learn and create in the College of Performing Arts. Her focus: interdisciplinary learning and preparing graduates for evolving careers in the arts. That vision comes to life on campus with performances with the Martha Graham Dance Company, appearing Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m.

What to Know for Presidents’ Day on Campus

On Presidents’ Day, Feb. 16, Chapman will host an admitted-student visit program during regular class sessions. Faculty and staff who normally park in Anderson Parking Structure should plan to use designated offsite parking and shuttle service, as Anderson B1 (upper level) will be reserved for prospective students and their families.

Faculty and Staff Volunteers Needed for First-Generation Programs

The Office of First-Generation and Promising Futures Programs is seeking volunteers to support Chapman’s first-generation students. Opportunities include mentoring, guest speaking, panel participation, scholarship evaluation, and general program support.

Internal Research Funding Page Now Live

A new internal research funding page is now live on the Office of Research website, serving as a central resource for funding opportunities and key deadlines. The next upcoming proposal, the New Research Exploration Award, will accept applications through Feb. 16 as an opportunity for faculty pursuing new educational directions.

Upcoming Faculty Workshops

Chapman faculty can boost their professional development through these workshops, covering topics from promotion and tenure guidance to grant writing strategies.

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Chapman Softball Hosts Japan’s National Team
Monday, Feb. 16, 2 p.m., El Camino Real Park – 400 N. Main St., Orange

Chapman’s softball program will host the Japanese National Softball Team—ranked No. 1 in the world—for an exhibition game at El Camino Real Park. The matchup is part of the team’s goodwill tour ahead of the 2028 Olympics.

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Fowler Engineering Professor Earns National Computing Honor

Franceli Cibrian, assistant professor in the Fowler School of Engineering, was named a senior member of the Association for Computing Machinery, a distinction recognizing sustained contributions to computing.

Chapman Scientist Earns International Honor in Biochemistry

Daniel Dries, assistant professor of chemistry in Schmid College of Science and Technology, was named a 2026 Fellow of the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology for his leadership in biochemistry education, mentorship, and international training programs.

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Grizzly Business: Chapman Alumni Take On First Feature Film

A live grizzly bear. An industry strike. A pandemic. The production challenges were real on the set of “Grizzly Night,” but Chapman alumni leaned on each other to bring their first feature film to life.

"We are a group of four film school friends who came together 12 years after graduation to make this film, and our dreams, a reality."

– Burke Doeren ’12, Director

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