January 13, 2026 | Inside Chapman

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For 26 years, Federico Gonzalez has catered Chapman’s most important moments, serving three presidents and generations of the campus community. After decades of setting up rooms and serving meals, he’s become one of Chapman’s most familiar faces.

Christmas at The Ritz Raises Nearly $300,000 for Chapman

Women of Chapman’s signature holiday fundraiser continues nearly four decades-long tradition of supporting student success and campus development.

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Provost Launches Search for Schmid Dean

Learn more about the timelines and search committees for Chapman’s next Schmid College of Science and Technology Dean.

Updated Timesheet Submission Deadlines

Review upcoming modified payroll deadlines, approval dates and pay schedules for staff, student workers and administrators.

University Closed Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Chapman University will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19. Staff early release at 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 16 is subject to supervisor approval.

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Chapman University AI Impact Summit
Friday, Jan. 23, 11:15 a.m., Beckman Hall 404

Chapman University will host an AI Impact Summit, organized by Shah Family Endowed Chair in Innovativeness Pradip K. Shukla. The event will feature remarks from Chapman faculty, Provost Mike Ibba, and corporate executives from leading AI technology firms.

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Coco Yang Awarded $3M Grant from National Cancer Institute for Melanoma Research

Chapman University School of Pharmacy Associate Professor Coco Yang received her first R01 award of more than $3 million from the National Cancer Institute to advance melanoma treatment. The project builds on Yang’s prior lab research to explore new therapeutic and immunotherapy-enhancing strategies.

Research Examines Depression Trends Among Young Adults

A national study co-authored by Chapman sociologist Ashley Kranjac examines how depression rates among young adults have changed across generations, showing higher rates in recent years.

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Begin the new year with tools to support your health, fitness and financial well-being, including yoga classes, fitness discounts, free financial planning support, and goal-setting resources. Participate in monthly wellness activities for a chance to win a $50 gift card while investing in your self-care.

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