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Volunteer with the Parents Council
Join in the fun of being on campus and meeting other Chapman parents while contributing a wonderful service to your student's institution. New volunteers are invited to attend a coffee and dessert night on September 20, 7:30-9 p.m. to learn more about volunteering, Register Now. Upcoming volunteer opportunities include various events at Family Weekend October 5-7 and Discover Chapman Day on October 27. Learn More (PDF)

Parents Council Fall Welcome Meeting (10/6)
The fall meeting of the Chapman Parents Council will be held on Saturday, October 6 from Noon - 1:15 in Argyros Forum 202. This is one of many activities during Family Weekend, so come meet other Chapman parents, get involved and don’t miss out on all that Chapman has to offer.

“Letting Go” Lyrics from Orientation
This year’s Family Orientation was a great success and one of the highlights was the comedic songs performed by Chapman staff at the Transitions session. Requests for these catchy and humorous lyrics have come flooding in, and now they’re available for you to enjoy! Lyrics

Away at College for 17 Days
Freshman parent Catherine Fraga from Sacramento, CA, a published writer and poet sent in a poem she wrote for her son. We asked and she agreed to share it with the Chapman community. Learn More (PDF)

The Panther Newspaper Online
The Panther is Chapman University's official student newspaper. The Panther publishes every Monday and is available for viewing online. Check weekly to see each issue as it is published and stay current on what is going on in the Chapman community. Visit the Panther Website

Student Psychological Counseling Services Update
Due to the increased need for appointments, SPCS will be offering a maximum of eight sessions per academic year to students requesting services. Any student who has been on psychiatric medications should make sure they have a local psychiatrist and plan to obtain their medications, as SPCS does not have a psychiatrist on staff. Here are some recommendations regarding students with Mental Health Histories (PDF) and students planning to Study Abroad (PDF). A little preparation goes a long way in making sure that students’ physical and mental health continue to be supported and managed for a well-adjusted and happy experience in college. Learn More

Meningitis Vaccine Available
To all students who haven’t received a Meningitis vaccine and would like one there will be a clinic offered on the Chapman campus on Sept. 19 for $130. It is on a first come first serve basis and will be held from noon to 7 p.m. For more information, please contact Julie Payn at the Student Health Center at (714) 997-6851.

Family Weekend (10/5-7)
Family Weekend will be held Oct. 5-7, 2007. The weekend will be full of exciting events such as the Chapman 5K, the President's Reception, Picnic and Pops, Brunch with the Deans, Parents Council Meeting, Homecoming Football Game and Pre-Game Jazz Dinner, Greek Community Brunch, Premiere Movie Screening "Dark Matter." T-shirts and hats will also be available for purchase. Plan ahead and don’t miss out! Learn More

Senior Ads in the Chapman Yearbook
The final deadline for Senior Ads is November 1st. The yearbooks are free to all seniors and will be placed under their chairs at commencement in May. Parents may still purchase an ad for their student; however, space is limited! Please follow the link and log in with this phone number: 714-997-6815. Learn More

Senior Portrait Appointments
Please remind your Chapman Seniors to call and make an appointment with Expressions Photography for senior yearbook portraits. Portrait sessions are in Argyros Forum, room 102, September 24-27. Call Expressions Photography at (714) 572-3200 or (800) 345-0334 for appointment times.

Alumni & Parent Relations is Hiring Students!
Two student job positions at the Office of Alumni and Parent Relations are open to students with a work-study award. Follow the link to view a job description.
Student Programs and Events Assistant (PDF)
Student Employment Website

Tips for New Chapman Parents!
Last month we asked returning parents to fill out a survey asking them to share tips about checking in with their son or daughter. Over half voted that a phone call is the best method of communication to use when checking in with your student, and the majority voted that it is best to check in once a week. Many parents shared that they have set aside a specific day and time to check in with their student each week. Take a look at the results and read parent responses yourself, they have some great advice and tips to share! View Results

Monthly Polling Question: Care Packages
We all know that students love to receive mail, especially packages! Sending a care package to your student can help to ease their mind and put a smile on their face. Care packages are especially welcomed during midterms and finals. Returning parents, we are asking you to share your tips and suggestions for what to include in a care package. New parents - look in the October issue to see the results! Take the Poll

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Campus News and Updates

Chapman Goes Prime-time on Landmark OC Channel
Chapman University and public television station KOCE announced an innovative partnership which will result in a brand-new, 24-hour digital television channel featuring programming developed and produced at Chapman’s Marion Knott Studios. Debuting Oct. 24, the new OC Channel will include news, features, traffic and weather all focused on Orange County. The channel is expected to provide a model for the evolution of PBS stations. The long-running KOCE show Dialogue with Doti and Dodge, co-hosted by President Jim Doti and Trustee Kristina Dodge, will air on the OC Channel, along with a number of new shows produced at Knott Studios. Learn More

Innovative Real Estate Program Debuts
Chapman Extended Education and the Hobbs Institute for Real Estate, Law and Environmental Studies are teaming to offer a year-long certificate program called “Real Estate and Innovative Development for the 21st Century.” Building on the Hobbs Institute’s concept of “Green Both Ways™” – encouraging sustainable economic growth concurrent with improvements in environmental and social conditions. Learn More

Student Spotlight: Jessica Hardy '09
Jessica Hardy's musical training began at the age of 4 when she studied flute. Her first exposure to vocal and choral music came when she joined the Piedmont Boys and Girls Choir in third grade. She has been a first-place winner in the Art Song for the North American Teachers of Singing Contest, Winner of the Pacific Arts Society Scholarship, and has consistently received Superior Command Performance marks for her participation in the California Music Education Association. As a vocal performance major, she continues to thrive on learning more about her voice, and all the supportive work concerning the history of music and the nuances of producing it for the enjoyment of many. Learn More

Faculty Spotlight: Robert Becker, M.M.
Robert Becker, instructor of viola, is a graduate of the Juilliard School. He received the Werter Award for “outstanding contribution to the field of chamber music” upon graduation. He is also a Naumberg Award winner as a founding member of the American String Quartet, and been awarded the Vera Barstow First Prize in the Coleman Chamber Music Competition as a member of that ensemble. He has also served as the violist of the New York String Quartet. Founder of the “Viola Workout” in Colorado to focus young violists on technique, plus musical and personal growth, he is an avid backpacker, fly-fisherman, amateur chef, and dedicated but mediocre golfer. Learn More

Alumni Spotlight: Onnolee Elliott, Ph.D., ’64
Onnolee Elliott has traveled to every continent and ocean on Earth to study plant and animal life. Elliott graduated with a master’s in chemistry from Chapman in 1964, has blazed an intrepid trail throughout her life. “When I was young, I would sit on the fender and help my dad repair his car,” she says. “I wanted to be an engineer, but girls weren’t allowed to be engineers in the 1940s.” So instead, Elliott studied the sciences, and was often the only female in the classroom. “At the time, it wasn’t easy for a woman,” she says of her studies, so she worked very hard both in school and as a medical technologist to advance the cause of women in a male-dominated industry. Learn More

Important Academic Dates
Nov. 2 – Last day to withdraw from courses or submit Change of Grading System form
Nov. 21-23 - Thanksgiving Recess
Dec. 7 - Deadline to apply for Feb. 2008 Graduate Comprehensive Examination
Dec. 8 - Last Day of Instruction
Dec. 10-15 - Final Examinations
Dec. 23 - All Grades Due by 4 p.m.

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Family Weekend 2007

Friday, October 5
Join us on Friday for fun events including the President's Reception for Parents, Picnic and Pops concert, a student film showcase, and more. View Friday's Schedule

Saturday, October 6
Saturday offers a full day of exciting events and programs including the Chapman University Toyota of Orange 5K, Faculty Lectures, Brunch with the Deans, Parents Council Welcome Meeting, Pre-Game Jazz Dinner, Homecoming Football Game, and more. View Saturday's Schedule

Sunday, October 7
New this year, we have added programs on Sunday including the Greek Community Brunch, Premiere Movie Screening: Dark Matter, and the Chapman Dance Alliance Show. View Sunday's Schedule

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Upcoming Chapman Events

2007 Western Regional CEO Entrepreneurship Conference (9/20)
This conference is for students of all majors, business faculty, and entrepreneurs. It is of no cost to Chapman students, faculty, and staff and will be taking place Sept. 20, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Beckman Hall 404. The Keynote Speaker is Paul Orfalea, founder of Kinko's from 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Paul Orfalea founded Kinko's near UC Santa Barbara. The space that Orfalea rented for his copy business was so small that the copy machine had to be moved to the sidewalk. Kinko's is now the world's leading business services chain, and it was acquired by FedEx Corporation in 2004. Learn More (PDF)

Holocaust Lecture Series (9/25, 10/9, 11/13)
Chapman University’s annual Holocaust Lecture Series, presented by the school’s Rodgers Center for Holocaust Education, will focus this year on the preservation of memories as a crucial component of historical witness. Under the theme “Saving Memories: History As Witness to the Future,” speakers will cover such varied topics as remembering the Armenian genocide, preservation of cultural memories in rescued Yiddish books, and filmed memories. View Schedule

Workshop: Marketing and Promotion -- Finding Your Niche (10/5)
This workshop is presented by SCORE, counselors to America`s Small Businesses, and is of no cost to Chapman students, faculty and staff. The workshop will take place Friday, 10/5/2007 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Registration for community participants is $40 at the door. It will be located in Beckman Hall, 1st floor, room TBA. For more information, call (714) 997-6817.

Family Weekend (10/5-7)
Family Weekend is full of great events designed for Parents and their Students. This is a great opportunity to visit your student on the Chapman Campus and attend events such as the Presidents Reception, Picnic and Pops, Chapman 5k, Dean's Brunch, and "Dark Matter" Movie Premiere. Register now, you don't want to miss out! Learn More Register

2nd Annual Chapman University Toyota of Orange 5K
The annual 5K race will take place on Saturday, Oct. 6 during Family Weekend! Each participant will receive a T-shirt, a 2nd Annual Chapman University Toyota of Orange 5K commemorative medallion and President Doti’s Breakfast of Champions: a steaming bowl of Steel Cut Oatmeal. This is a great way to show your support for Chapman; sign up with your student and enjoy the event together. The cost for students are $10, parents/alumni/faculty/staff is $15, and General Public is $20. Learn More Register Now

Inaugural Ethics Academy (10/12)
This event will take place Friday, Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in Beckman Hall 404. Dr. Robert J. Spitzer, president of Gonzaga University and a global expert on business and professional ethics, will deliver the keynote address at 11:30 a.m. Presented with the Passkeys Foundation. For more information, call (714) 997-6817.

American Celebration 26th Annual Opening Night (11/2)
American Celebration is a spectacular live song-and-dance stage show produced by Chapman University students and faculty. All proceeds raised contribute to the Chapman Scholarship Fund and benefit deserving students. Parents who purchase tickets are also invited to a pre-show wine and cheese reception at 6 p.m., hosted by the Parents Council. General admission tickets are $45 and preferred reserved seating is $75; both include a dessert reception immediately after the show with student performers. Learn More

Workshop: Start Up Capital & Financing (11/9)
This workshop is presented by SCORE, counselors to America`s Small Businesses, and is of no cost to Chapman students, faculty and staff. The workshop will take place Friday, Nov. 9 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Beckman Hall 1st floor, room TBA. Registration for community participants is $40 at the door. For more information, call (714) 997-6817.

Mark Your Calendar
Parents are encouraged to explore the wide variety of academic, arts, cultural and athletic events Chapman offers. Learn More

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Athletics

Sports Update
The new academic year has begun and Panther athletes are roaring to go! Whether it's a home game or an away game, you'll find schedules for the following teams with competition dates this month: Men’s Water Polo, Women’s Volleyball, Football, Women’s Soccer and Men’s Soccer. Learn More

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Your Support Makes a Difference

Parents Leadership Society Debuts
The Parents Leadership Society is a new way for parents to become involved with Chapman University. Partnering with the existing strong programming for parents, the society aims to provide additional opportunities for parents to directly contribute to the life of the university through philanthropy and special designed benefits. For questions and detailed information, contact Lori Burrill, director of development at (714) 744-7682. Get Involved

American Celebration Opening Night Raffle Donations Needed
Chapman University will be celebrating the 26th annual opening night performance of American Celebration on November 2, 2007. In conjunction with American Celebration, the university is able to raise funds for student scholarships through an opportunity raffle. Chapman University requests your help to make this year an even greater success. Suggested donations include (but are not limited to) tickets for entertainment or sporting events, gift certificates for dining, shopping or services, or items appropriate for packaging in gift baskets. Contact Linda Dixon, VP of Annual Giving at (714) 744-7623 or Gemma Wolf, Parent Volunteer/Raffle Chair at (714) 730-1878 for questions, information or to donate an item. Learn More Donation Form

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Pictures of the Month

Fall 2007 Orientation

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News for Parents September 15, 2007

News for Parents
September 15, 2007