Donor Recognition

President's Circle Society — A Chapman Tradition

To prepare its graduates for successful careers and responsible lives, Chapman University needs to move quickly and nimbly when extraordinary educational opportunities present themselves. Unrestricted gifts to the Chapman Fund provide that flexibility and ensure that the university continues its remarkable upward trajectory.

The President’s Circle was created to recognize those friends of the university who support Chapman’s current and future needs by giving unrestricted annual gifts of $1,000 or more. Members of the President’s Circle make it possible for the university to:

• Strengthen and enhance student learning opportunities
• Attract and retain world-class faculty
• Fund and support the greatest needs of the university
• Offer financial aid to highly qualified students who need assistance

President’s Circle members are alumni, parents and friends of Chapman whose dedication and support are essential to the university’s educational mission. Membership is renewable annually.

Benefits of Membership
Your membership in the President’s Circle benefits every student, faculty member and corner of campus. It is truly the most powerful tool in unlocking the university’s potential.

But the rewards of giving to the Chapman Fund go beyond the satisfaction of assisting students in their educational endeavors. As a President’s Circle member, you gain access to formal and informal programs, to camaraderie and service that showcase the values championed by the university. You’ll also receive:

• Exclusive communications from Chapman University President James L. Doti, including presidential speeches and videos.
• Up-to-date information regarding significant Chapman University news and events.
• Invitations to special events during Family Weekend and throughout the year.
• Invitations to exclusive events with President Doti.

You’ll also benefit from a personal relationship with a designated Chapman staff member – a friend at the university who can answer questions about your giving and what’s new at Chapman.

Gold, Platinum, and Platinum Star President’s Circle Members receive additional benefits:

• Gold, Platinum, Platinum Star President’s Circle members receive invitations and special seating (where available) to university events.
• A complimentary subscription to the Pillars newsletter.
• Recognition in Chapman Magazine (if desired).
• As a valued President’s Circle member, you are thanked and recognized with a personalized certificate and an inscription of your name on the honor wall in the President’s Office.

We invite you to be a President’s Circle member. Make a leadership gift to the Chapman Fund at one of the following President’s Circle recognition levels:

• Platinum Star Member – $25,000 +
• Platinum Member – $10,000 to $24,999
• Gold Member – $5,000 to $9,999
• Silver Member – $2,500 to $4,999
• Bronze Member – $1,000 to $2,499

Thank you for supporting the educational excellence found at Chapman University.

Approximately 82% of Chapman students receive some form of financial aid or scholarship assistance, and full tuition pays only 78% of the cost of their Chapman education.

For more information on the President's Circle contact the Annual Giving team at 714-628-2834

President Doti's Holiday Recipe Panettone Bread Pudding with Cinnamon Syrup Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis, 2007 Prep Time: 10 min   Inactive Prep Time: --   Cook Time: 40 min   Level: Easy   Serves: 8 servings   Ingredients Cinnamon Syrup: 1 cup water 1 cup (packed) dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons whipping cream 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Bread Pudding: Butter 1 (1-pound) loaf panettone bread, crusts trimmed, bread cut into 1-inch cubes 8 large eggs 1 1/2 cups whipping cream 2 1/2 cups whole milk 1 1/4 cups sugar Directions To make the syrup: Combine 1 cup of water and brown sugar in a heavy medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Boil until the syrup reduces to 1 cup, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the cream and cinnamon. Keep the syrup warm. (The syrup can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover and refrigerate. Re-warm before serving.) To make the bread pudding: Lightly butter a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish. Arrange the bread cubes in prepared dish. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, milk, and sugar to blend. Pour the custard over the bread cubes, and press the bread cubes gently to submerge. Let stand for 30 minutes, occasionally pressing the bread cubes into the custard mixture. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake until the pudding puffs and is set in the center, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly. Spoon the bread pudding into bowls, drizzle with the warm Cinnamon Syrup, and serve.