President Matthew J. Parlow
We've had an incredible trajectory the last 30 years as an institution. And yet with
where we stand today, there's still incredible potential and opportunity ahead of
us.
I love Chapman. It's been a home for me in so many ways. It's a community I feel really
connected to. Chapman is special.
October 10, 2025
Inauguration
In October 2025, our community and university delegates from across the nation and world gathered for the momentous inauguration of President Parlow on Chapman’s Orange, California campus.
Learn MoreHighlighting students’ talent and success
Promote the academic, creative, and professional depth of our students who come here prepared to learn and leave here with a readiness to shape society and industry
Building on our academic excellence
Reach new academic heights that place us among the most elite institutions in the country
Supporting interdisciplinary collaborations
Bring faculty from different disciplines together to create new research, knowledge, and innovative and in-demand degree programs that prepare our students to work with others to solve complex issues and questions.
Fostering community engagement
Build new and more extensive bridges that connect our students and faculty with our local communities to support societal needs while creating the experiential learning intrinsic to our mission.
Deepening our commitment to free speech and civil discourse
Create a model university for welcoming students from all different backgrounds, where numerous perspectives can be shared and challenging conversations can occur respectfully and thoughtfully.
Inauguration Highlights Chapman’s Academic Strength and Bright Future
Chapman Champions Free Speech and Respectful Debate
