Campus Life at Chapman University
»Student Affairs Leadership
The Student Affairs leadership team leads a broad portfolio of programs, spaces, and services that support students’ learning and development, well-being, and engagement in a wide variety of activities outside the classroom. From creating experiences that are hallmarks of the Chapman student experience to addressing individual challenges, every area of Student Affairs is committed to supporting students throughout their educational journey.
Colleen Wood, MS
Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Associate Dean of Students
(714) 997-6721
cwood@chapman.edu
First-Generation and Promising Futures Programs
First-Generation Programs supports the academic, social and professional development
of first-generation college students, and serves as a resource for their families.
Gabriela Castañeda, Ed.D.
Vice President of First-Generation and Promising Futures Programs
(714) 744-7812
gcastane@chapman.eduLearn more about our programs and services for first-generation students here.
Residence Life and First Year Experience
Residence Life and First Year Experience team provides an exceptional residential
experience, starting with the first year, that supports student’s educational pursuits.
Juan Tinoco, Ed.D.
Assistant Dean of Students, Residence Life and First Year Experience
(714) 997-6603
jtinoco@chapman.edu
Student Conduct
The Student Conduct team administers oversight for the Student Conduct Code and
proactively seeks to educate the campus community about appropriate choices and behavior.
Tristan Hilpert, MA
Assistant Dean of Students, Student Conduct
(714) 532-6079
hilpert@chapman.eduInformation on our student conduct policies and procedures can be found here.
Disability Services
Disability Services approves and coordinates accommodations and services for students
with disabilities at Chapman to help students acquire essential skills to achieve
academic and personal success.
Jason McAlexander, MS, MA
Director of Disability Services
(714) 516-4520
jmcalex@chapman.eduLearn more about accommodations and services here.
Student Engagement
The Department of Student Engagement support students' sense of belonging and
development through five functional areas: Argyros Forum Student Union, the Campus
Center at Rinker, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Student Organizations, and Wellness
and Recreation.
Justin Koppelman, Ph.D.
Director of Student Engagement
(714) 997-6894
jkoppel@chapman.eduGet a glimpse into Chapman student life by going here.
P.E.E.R. and Health Education
P.E.E.R. and Health Education offers programs and resources to students regarding
subjects of sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, alcohol abuse, and other
health related topics.
Dani Smith, Ed.D.
Director of P.E.E.R. and Health Education
(714) 744-7080
dasmith@chapman.eduLearn about our services and resources here.
Health and Counseling Services
Staffed by professionally licensed health professionals, our Student Health Center
and Student Psychological Counseling Services offer resources for students to manage
their personal health and wellness.
Andrew Kami, Ph.D.
Director of Health and Counseling Services
(714) 997-6778
kami@chapman.eduFind more information about our Student Health Center and Student Psychological Counseling Services here.
Dean of Students Office
The Dean of Students Office is enthusiastic about helping students navigate their
Chapman experience successfully and offering support when difficulties arise.
