The Duffer Brothers, creators of Stranger Things, will deliver the keynote address as graduates from every school and college gather for commencement on May 22. The celebration includes the traditional tassel turn, a toast at Aitken Arts Plaza, and a fireworks display honoring the
Class of 2026.
Kelli Fuery built Chapman’s Creative and Cultural Industries program from a 20-student minor into a major with nearly 300 enrollees. Now, as Faculty Senate president, the Wilkinson College professor is working to reform teaching evaluations, advance important faculty matters, and, as always, recommend a good book.
Two Chapman Seniors Reflect on the Mentors and Moments That Defined Them
Olivia Marr interned at a pediatric healthcare innovation institute. Diya Kulkarni helped manage a $5 million student investment portfolio and served as president of her professional business fraternity. Both reflect on the mentors who made a difference in their journeys.
Plan Ahead for Commencement Parking on May 22
Faculty and staff attending Commencement on May 22 can park free in designated structures and lots. Please allow extra time for traffic and parking before and after
the ceremony.
Thursday, May 21, 7:30 p.m., Fish Interfaith Center
Graduates, students, and their family and friends are invited to attend the Candlelight Blessing of the Graduates hosted by the Fish Interfaith Center. All are welcome to attend.
Join us in celebrating Interim Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Brian Thomason as he prepares to depart Chapman University. RSVP by Friday, May 22 to attend the program.
Chapman News student reporters earned 10 Mark of Excellence Awards from the Society of Professional Journalists at the national convention in Phoenix. Mentored by Suzanne Lysak, associate professor of broadcast journalism and documentary, the team was recognized across eight categories including investigative, sports, and
political journalism.
Gabriella Dauber ’24 was named a 2026 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow, one of STEM’s most prestigious early-career honors. The Schmid College biological sciences graduate will pursue her Ph.D. in environmental science, policy, and management at the University of
California, Berkeley.
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