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Incoming Undergraduates & Families
Meet the Orientation Team

»Meet the Orientation Team

Our Orientation staff and Orientation Coordinators (current students) will help welcome you to Chapman and connect you to the campus and its resources.

You can contact any team member with a specific question for them and their role. For general Orientation questions, please contact orientation@chapman.edu.

Orientation staff

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Jamie Gutierrez

Associate Director, Residence Life and First Year Experience
Davis Community Center
(714) 997-6961
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!
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Breil Bonaguro

Assistant Director, First Year Experience
Davis Community Center
(714) 997-6512
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.
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Frances Isler

Graduate Assistant, First Year Experience
Davis Community Center
Hello! My name is Frances Isler (he/him), and I am the current Graduate Assistant for First Year Experience. My responsibilities include assisting with the implementation of various early transition and first-year programs, collaborating with departments to ensure the success of Orientation, and mentoring the Orientation Coordinators. I received a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 2024, and I am excited to begin the dual MA in English and MFA in Creative Writing Program here at Chapman this upcoming Fall 2025. At UCSB, I was an Arnhold Undergraduate Fellow, a member of the Transfer Honors Society Tau Sigma, and I served as an Assistant Editor for The Catalyst, the student-led literary arts journal on campus. In my free time, I enjoy baking, playing Stardew Valley, working out, and tending to my garden and dogs back home in Sacramento, CA.  

Orientation Coordinators

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Alex Palmer

Orientation Coordinator for Special Events
Hello, my name is Alex Palmer, and I am the Special Events Coordinator for the Fall 2026 Chapman Orientation! I am a rising Senior majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Business Administration. I am involved in a ton on campus, such as The ChapTones, an A Capella group on campus, I am a member of Delta Tau Delta, and also a member of Delta Kappa Alpha, a professional cinematic fraternity on campus. I have served as an Orientation Leader for the past two years and am so excited to be an Orientation Coordinator this year. As the Special Events Coordinator, I facilitate many fun events like Chapman After Dark, Commuter programming, We Are Chapman, Fall Kick-Off and many more! In my free time I love exploring the outdoors but also love a good indoor gaming session. I am so excited to welcome all the new families to the panther community!! 
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Eva Sadler

Orientation Coordinator for Operations
Hi everyone! My name is Eva Sadler, and I am the Operations Orientations Coordinator for Chapman’s Fall 2026 Orientation! I am a rising senior Liberal Studies major, with a minor in Elementary Education. I am also currently working towards my Master of Art in Curriculum and Instruction through an integrated Master’s program that Chapman offers, and I plan to teach Kindergarten once I graduate! On campus, I am actively involved in the Panhellenic Community, where I am a member of Gamma Phi Beta, and President of the Panhellenic Council. I have also had the honor of serving 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! Chapman has given me the opportunity to grow and showcase my leadership skills and truly made me the person I am today. In my spare time, I love to surf, hike, read romance novels, go to Disneyland, and hang out at home with friends. I am so excited to share my experiences, Chapman, and the many wonderful things it has to offer with the incoming students. See you this fall! 
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Isabel Gomez

Orientation Coordinator for Marketing
Hello all! My name is Isabel Gomez and I’m the Orientation Coordinator for Marketing! I am currently a junior majoring in Sociology and minoring in Graphic Design, which is all within our Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. I grew up in Livermore, California, so I have a huge love for the SF Bay Area, especially because my family has owned a restaurant in San Ramon for the last 30 years! Having arrived at Chapman undeclared, I’ve grown a huge appreciation for how much freedom I had to explore all the academic and extracurricular communities I wanted to here. That includes having been an Orientation Leader for the past two years, where I’ve had the joy of making many memories, connections, and welcoming the incoming classes to Chapman. As a continuation of that position, I also work as a First Year Experience Peer Advisor, where I get to stay in touch with and support the first-year students that were in my fenestra forum and are within the art department. Some of my other involvements include hosting a Chapman Radio show and being involved with Greek life with Kappa Alpha Theta! Outside of school and work, I love to get outside whether it’s camping, hiking, off-roading or just a quick visit to the beach to play Spikeball. Art is my passion via painting, drawing, or often you’ll catch me with a film camera strapped around me. Plus, I’m a big foodie which means trying new hole-in-the-walls, or cooking up fun recipes. I am so excited to work with this team to make it the best orientation we can for all the incoming students! 
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Marguerite McHenry

Orientation Coordinator for Transfers and Families
Hi everyone! My name is Marguerite McHenry, and I am the Orientation Coordinator for Transfers & Families. Personally, I transferred to Chapman in the Fall of 2024 and since then I have made great memories, built positive relationships, and challenged myself as a leader. I am a rising senior majoring in Writing for Film and Television with a themed inquiry in Leadership. I was born in Dallas, Texas and have lived in Atlanta, Georgia for most of my life. Since coming to Chapman, I have loved exploring Orange County and getting to experience all that SoCal has to offer. On campus, I am a member of the University Program Board, Chapman Radio, and Peer Advisor for Chapman’s First Year Experience program. In my spare time, I love watching indie films, going to concerts, and trying new restaurants. This is my second year working orientation and I am super excited to help welcome the Class of 2030! As an Orientation Coordinator, I am looking forward to assisting students and their families as they find their place to grow, learn, and thrive at Chapman University. Paws up, Panthers and I’ll see you this fall!
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Rhea Faroukh

Orientation Coordinator for Event Logistics
Hi everyone! My name is Rhea Faroukh, and I am the Orientation Coordinator for Event Logistics! I am from Washington State, but I have lived in California for 5 years now. I am a rising Senior majoring in Public Relations, Advertising, and Entertainment Marketing with a minor in Sociology. Some involvements I have on campus are being a part of the University Program Board on the Marketing committee, hosting a radio show called “The Common Thread”, and working as a First Year Experience Peer Advisor, supporting students with their transition into the University. I speak three different languages, including Arabic. In my free time, I love to thrift, try new coffee shops, and cook! This will be my third year being a part of orientation, and I am beyond excited to be serving as an Orientation Coordinator for the Class of 2030. My time at Chapman has given me so many memories, friendships, and ways to grow, and I am so grateful for all of it. Paws up!!

Orientation questions?

Email: orientation@chapman.edu 

Phone: (714) 516-4600