»Meet the Orientation Team

I was born and raised in Lomita, CA. I began my undergraduate studies at Chapman in the fall of 2008. As a first-generation college student, my transition to Chapman was not easy. I think back on my experience and I credit the work done by Student Affairs professionals that allowed me to develop holistically. I was fortunate as an undergraduate to serve as an Orientation Leader and Orientation Coordinator. I graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Educational Studies and in 2015 with a Master of Arts in Leadership Development. Prior to serving as the Associate Director of Residence Life and First Year Experience, I supported the Office of Orientation and First Year Programs as the Graduate Assistant, Program Coordinator, and Assistant Director. I love Chapman University and I can't wait to share that with incoming students!

I was born and raised in Fallbrook, CA and started my undergraduate studies at Chapman University in 2017 as a first generation college student. I graduated in 2021 with Bachelor's of Arts in both Political Science and Peace Studies and in 2022 with my Master's in Leadership Development. During my time in undergrad I realized the importance of supporting students through their transition into college. Throughout my involvements around campus and more specifically with the Orientation Team I found my passion for empowering students to learn and grow throughout their time in college. My responsibilities include the implementation of Family and Student Orientation and First Year Programs, supervising student staff, and aiding students in their transition into the Chapman community. During my free time, I loves spending time with my family and friends, taking my dog on walks, reading, and exploring.

Hi there! My name is Chloe Hataishi and I’m the Orientation Coordinator for Marketing! I’m a rising Senior majoring in Communication Studies and minoring in Leadership Studies. I’ve lived in different parts of Orange County my whole life and moved to Irvine during high school! My time at Chapman has been such a great experience for me because of the community and opportunity I’ve found while being a student here. Some of my current involvements at Chapman include being a member of the School of Communication Student Advisory Board and working as a Student Involvement Coach for the Department of Student Engagement. I’ve also been an Orientation Leader for the past two years! Lastly, I work as a First Year Experience Peer Advisor where I get to help first year students transition into their college journey here at Chapman! I’ve previously completed a marketing internship for a local non-profit and was the previous Director of Marketing for the School of Communication Trailblazers Program. In my free time, I like to cook, explore new coffee shops, and try new food! I’m so excited for this upcoming orientation where I’ll get to interact with incoming students along with their families. See you at Orientation! 

Hi everyone! My name is Francesca Cademartori, and I am this year’s Orientation Coordinator for Operations! I moved around a lot growing up and home right now is in Pennsylvania. I am a rising Senior Integrated Educational Studies major with minors in Disability Studies and Entrepreneurship. I am involved in clubs on campus such as Spoonies, Chapman University Tap Ensemble, a member of Kappa Alpha Theta, and a First Year Experience Peer Advisor. I have been able to serve as an Orientation Leader for the past two years and am so excited to welcome everyone into the Chapman community as an Orientation Coordinator this year! See you this fall! :)