»LA Fires
Chapman University Rallies to Support Los Angeles Fire Victims - January 22, 2025
How to help support wildfire relief efforts - January 14, 2025
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Please refer to the state of California’s official website on this matter (refer to the “How can I help?” section).
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The American Red Cross is a standard bearer in emergency relief, and interested individuals can visit its website to learn more. In addition, there are several college-specific funds that are available to support the higher education community:
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On campus, we are partnering with the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles. Donations can be made on Thursday, Jan. 16, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the canopies in the Sandhu Conference Center Lot (521 N. Center St., Orange Campus).
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According to the YMCA, only the following items can be dropped off on campus at that time and location:
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Folding tables
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Diapers
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Toilet paper
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Non-perishable food/snacks
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School supplies
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Cleaning supplies
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Trash bags
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The above listed items can be dropped off at the Sandhu Conference Center Lot. You may drive there for a quick unloading so that we can enable a steady traffic flow (see map below).
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Donations of clothing, shoes, towels, sheets or any open/used products cannot be accepted, per the YMCA.
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Chapman will take responsibility for transporting all collected items to L.A. Thursday afternoon.
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Message from President Struppa - January 11, 2025
Dear Faculty, Staff and Students,
For Angelenos and the many other Southern Californians who are directly or indirectly impacted by the rash of wildfires that ignited and continue to blaze this week, the new year is not off to the start we had imagined. The devastation and destruction caused by these fires is not only gutting but also at a scale that many of us have not seen in our lifetimes. I’m just returning from travel and watched on the news, with horror, this week’s tragedy unfold.
We are still learning of how this natural disaster is affecting our Panther community, but we are already aware of some very personal losses, which are heartbreaking.
For any Orange or Rinker campus individuals who are impacted by these events or who have concerns about the proximity of the fires in your personal lives, there are resources available to assist you. Additionally, our Office of Admission is working hand in hand with any prospective families who need more time or support as we approach important admissions deadlines.
Chapman Resources
- If you need to discuss impacts on your work schedule, please contact your supervisor, who can help you navigate the situation.
- Chapman’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available by calling 888-293-6948.
- Students can fill out and submit this form to log their needed support, and Student Affairs will help to route students to the appropriate departments.
- For mental health, wellness and spiritual resources, we have a range of options for all community members.
- For 24-hour assistance, contact Chapman Public Safety, (714) 997-6763. In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
Thankfully, our Orange and Rinker campuses remain safe and operable, and we continue to monitor this situation carefully.
As Panthers, we always come together in good and challenging times. Let this be no different. I wish everyone well.
Daniele C. Struppa
President
Los Angeles Wildfires; Chapman Safe and Operable - January 8, 2025
In cases of high winds, it is possible for neighborhoods to lose power. If that should happen on either of our campuses, please contact your supervisor for guidance.
For any Orange or Rinker campus individuals who are impacted by these events or who have concerns about the proximity of the fires in your personal lives, there are resources available to assist you.
- If you need to discuss impacts on your work schedule, please contact your supervisor.
- Chapman’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available by calling 888-293-6948.
- For 24-hour assistance, contact Chapman Public Safety, (714) 997-6763. In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
We hope that everyone remains safe and well.