8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 
Residence Life Check-In 
Location: Residence Halls 
Your specific move-in time is in your move-in memo sent from your building manager on July 23rd to your Chapman email. In order to ease traffic and congestion in the Residence Hall area, please come only at your assigned time. If your check-in time is later in the day, check-in for Orientation prior to your Residence Life check-in. 

8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  
Orientation Check-In 
Location: Students – Argyros Forum, Room 209
Location: Families – Argyros Forum, Room 206
You can check-in for Orientation any time between 8:00am and 4:00pm! If your residence life move-in time is in the afternoon, please check in for Orientation in the morning. You will NEED to check in for both Residence Life and Orientation. Please plan accordingly as we will not be able to check anyone in after 4:00pm. 

10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 
Commuter Student Lounge 
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room 
This is a space where commuter students can meet and hang out all throughout Orientation. The Great Room is known as the living room of campus and welcomes all students, whenever they need a place to relax, chat, or meet new people.  

2:30 – 4:30 p.m.  
Career Services Open House
Location: The Career House, 342 N. Glassell St. 
Explore your future. Connect with Career Services. Curious about your career path? Join us at the Career Services Open House to meet your support team and enjoy light refreshments. Discover personalized resources and take the next step toward your professional journey.

3:00 – 5:00 p.m.  
Cross Cultural Center Welcome Reception
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 304 (Cross Cultural Center) 
The Cross Cultural Center invites parents and students to come meet staff and faculty that provide resources and support for our students. 

4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 
Commuter Student Interactive Panel 
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 201 
Welcome Commuters! Here, our new first-year commuter students can meet current Chapman commuter students. Learn a few tips and tricks directly from our student panel as well as a small presentation by the First Year Experience student staff team.  

7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Opening Convocation
Location: Wilson Field   
Gates will open at 6:00pm with the pre-show begins at 6:45pm and Opening Convocation will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. 

Students – please enter through the McCardle Gate, near Walnut Avenue at the northwest entrance to Wilson Field
Families – proceed to Wilson Field through any gate. Seating is available in the bleachers and on the field. ADA seating is available on the field level with entrance through the south gate.

This traditional event is the formal opening to Chapman’s academic year. Faculty in full regalia march in procession and President Struppa officially launches the semester. After Convocation, Orientation will officially begin.

Not able to attend in person? A link will be added here for you to stream Opening Convocation live!

8:30 – 9:30 p.m. 
Commuter Student Social 
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room 
Meet current Chapman commuter students and learn from those who have navigated this experience successfully. There will be refreshments, sweet treats, and games for all to enjoy! 

8:30 – 10:00 p.m. 
Residence Life Community Meetings (MANDATORY for students living in the Residence Halls) 
Location: Residence Halls
You will receive an email with information about your community meeting where you will meet with your Resident Director (RD) and Resident Advisor (RA) while learning more about living in the residential community. This also provides the opportunity to meet your suitemates and neighbors. 

7:30 – 9:15 a.m.  
Breakfast 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. 
Commuter Student Lounge 
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room 
This is a space where commuter students can meet and hang out all throughout Orientation. The Great Room is a space that is known as the living room of campus and welcomes all students, whenever they need a place to relax, chat, or meet new people.

9:30 – 11:30 a.m. 
Fenestra Forum: Welcome to Chapman! 
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see the email from orientation@chapman.edu, this will be sent to Chapman email on Monday, August 18th) 
During your Fenestra Forum sessions throughout the week, you will meet with your Orientation Leaders and classmates from your major. These sessions are a time to get to know your peers, discuss Orientation events, and get ready for your transition into the Chapman community. Please be in attendance, as your specific rotation locations will be explained in this session. 

11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. 
Chapman Family Lunch 
Locations: Bert Williams Mall/Attallah Piazza/Gray Victory Way/Aitken Arts Plaza  
Join other new students and families for a lovely lunch.

1:30 – 3:30 p.m.  
Departmental Major Meetings  
Location: Specific locations are available at the bottom of the schedule
Students will learn about their major and ways to be successful within their academic program. This is also an opportunity to meet staff and faculty members from your major.

3:45 – 5:00 p.m.
Academic Resources Tabling
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 119AB
This tabling session will be a time where students and families can ask questions from our specific Academic Resource Departments. There will be representatives from the Academic Advising Center, Tutoring and Learning Center, Leatherby Libraries, Center for Global Education, Career and Professional Development, and the Center for Undergraduate Excellence will share information and answer questions about their available resources.

3:45 – 5:00 p.m.
Tour and Information Session with a Librarian: Your Library in 20 Minutes
Location: Leatherby Libraries, 1st floor 
Join us for a 20-minute tour of some of the Leatherby Libraries’ top resources, spaces, and services, led by our librarians. You’ll learn about everything the library offers (not just books!)—including study rooms, electronic resources, interlibrary loan, printing, and how librarians support students’ academic success through information literacy. Tours begin in the first-floor lobby at 3:45 p.m. and depart every 15 minutes, with our last tour departing at 4:45 p.m.

3:45 – 4:45 p.m. 
Student Business Services and Financial Aid Workshop 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404 
Representatives from Student Business Services and Office of Financial Aid will answer your questions regarding billing, loans, and scholarships. Both families and students are welcome to attend. 

4:30 – 6:30 p.m.  
College of Performing Arts Welcome Reception 
Location: Lindquist Esplanade (next to Waltmar Theatre) 
This reception is an opportunity to meet new students in the College of Performing Arts as well as some of the faculty and administration with whom you will be interacting while at Chapman. This reception is for declared Theatre, Theatre Performance, Screen Acting, Dance, Music, Music Education, Music Composition, and Music Performance majors.

4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
College/School Welcome Dinners 
Please attend dinner at the location of your student’s declared major. This is an opportunity to meet new students in your School/College as well as some of the faculty and administration with whom you will be interacting while at Chapman. Food lines will be located at Schmid Gate, Bert Williams Mall, and Dodge College of Film and Media Arts please go to the closest location for your dinner.

4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences 
Location: Bert Williams Mall
This dinner is for declared Health Sciences and Psychology majors. 

Donna Ford Attallah College of Educational Studies 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts, Performer’s Court 
This dinner is for declared Community Educational Studies and Liberal Studies.

Exploratory Majors
Location: Aitken Arts Plaza
This dinner is for students who have not declared a major for the 2025-2026 academic year and are a part of the Exploratory Majors program.

School of Communication
Location: Gray Victory Way
This dinner is for declared Communication Studies, Global Communication & World Languages, and Strategic Communication majors.

Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Location: Attallah Piazza
This dinner is for declared Art, Art History, Creative Writing, English, French, Graphic Design, History, Political Science, Peace and Justice Studies, Sociology, and Spanish majors. 

5:30 – 6:45 p.m. 
Dodge College of Film and Media Arts 
Location: Dodge College of Film and Media Arts 
This dinner is for declared Animation and Visual Effects, Broadcast Journalism and Documentary, Creative Producing, Film and Television Production, Film and Media Studies, Public Relations, Advertising, & Entertainment Marketing, Screen Acting, and Writing for Film and Television majors.  

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Argyros College of Business and Economics
Location: Bert Williams Mall
This dinner is for declared Business Administration, Economics, and Accounting majors.

Fowler School of Engineering 
Location: Gray Victory Way
This dinner is for declared Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering majors. 

Schmid College of Science and Technology
Location: Attallah Piazza
This dinner is for declared Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Environmental Science and Policy, Mathematics, Mathematics and Civil Engineering, Physics, and Philosophy majors.

School of Pharmacy 
Location: Musco Performers Court 
This dinner is for students in the Accelerated Pre-Pharmacy Experience Program.  

7:15 – 7:45 p.m. 
Igniting Your Future: Candle Lighting Ceremony  
Location: Aitken Arts Plaza
Incoming Chapman students, parents, families and alumni will gather in the Aitken Arts Plaza to celebrate the pillars of Chapman University symbolizing our intellectual, spiritual, social and physical life. This brief ceremony will end with a beautiful candle lighting as we bid goodbye to families and welcome new students and families to the Chapman family! This is a ticketed event, and all attendees must have a ticket to be admitted. 

8:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Playfair
Location: Wilson Field
This is an experience you will never forget! Wear something comfortable (ideally close toed shoes!) and get ready for a fun activity that will get your energy pumping and give you the chance to meet the entire incoming student class.

10:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. 
Chapman After Dark 
Location: Sandhu Conference Center
Break out the glow sticks and get ready for a bright night full of fun, food, music and dancing put on by Residence Life and First Year Experience! You will have the opportunity to go up to the Sandhu Conference Center to enjoy the Silent Disco Dance Party. Don’t feel like dancing? No problem, you can head down the hall where there will be a dessert bar, games, a paint and sip activity, and be in good company!

8:00 – 9:15 a.m. 
Breakfast 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 
Commuter Student Lounge 
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room 
This is a space where commuter students can meet and hang out all throughout Orientation. The Great Room is a space that is known as the living room of campus and welcomes all students, whenever they need a place to relax, chat, or meet new people.

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 
Fenestra Forum: Chapman 101! 
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see email from orientation@chapman.edu, sent to Chapman email August 18th) 
Students will have the opportunity to ask questions about what their experience will look like at Chapman. From topics of academics to social involvement, Orientation Leaders will lead students in various activities to get them thinking about what they want their first year to look like.

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
Becoming a Healthy Panther  
Grey Group 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts 
As a first-year student, you will be faced with many personal decisions that will impact your college experience. This MANDATORY educational program will equip you with the necessary information to make informed and healthy decisions. You will need your Chapman ID and your ticket for your specific assigned Healthy Panther session that will to your Chapman email on Monday, August 18th for entry. Please arrive early to ensure you attendance is accepted.

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
Wellness at Chapman
Red Group 
Location: Memorial Hall
The Wellness at Chapman rotation takes a multidisciplinary approach to student well-being. Utilizing the 8-dimensions of well-being, the session will focus on resources available to support each dimension of the for Chapman students to find balance and thrive. Various Chapman departments will be represented on the panel to answer questions, highlight programming, and provide basic information about their resources on campus.

12:00 – 12:45 p.m. 
Lunch 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Student Services Fair 
Location: Attallah Piazza
Come mingle with other new students and families as you explore booths representing over 30 on-campus departments. 

2:30 – 3:45 p.m. 
Becoming a Healthy Panther 
Red Group 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts
As a first-year student, you will be faced with many personal decisions that will impact your college experience. This MANDATORY educational program will equip you with the necessary information to make informed and healthy decisions. You will need your Chapman ID and your ticket for your specific assigned Healthy Panther session that will to your Chapman email on Monday, August 18th for entry. Please arrive early to ensure you attendance is accepted.

2:30 – 3:45 p.m.
Wellness at Chapman
Grey Group 
Location: Memorial Hall
The Wellness at Chapman rotation takes a multidisciplinary approach to student well-being. Utilizing the 8-dimensions of well-being, the session will focus on resources available to support each dimension of the for Chapman students to find balance and thrive. Various Chapman departments will be represented on the panel to answer questions, highlight programming, and provide basic information about their resources on campus.

5:00-6:30 p.m.
Dinner 
Location: Randall Dining Common

7:00 – 10:00 p.m. 
We Are Chapman 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts 
Join us for a night filled with exciting performances and speeches that showcase the diverse cultures and experiences that make up the Chapman community. You will hear from your fellow students as they share their stories and experiences about their time at Chapman. Following the speeches, head out onto Aitkens Arts Plaza to enjoy the live performance of sitar player, Ronobir Lahiri. You will also participate in the beloved Chapman tradition of tying your ribbon to your class’s Window of Opportunity sculpture. 

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. 
Breakfast 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Fenestra Forum: We Are Chapman! 
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see email from orientation@chapman.edu, sent to Chapman email August 18th) 
Students will be able to engage in conversations following We Are Chapman and hear about the different experiences that have led each other to their Chapman and what they hope to learn while they are here. 

10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
Meet Student Engagement
Red Group 
Location: Bert Williams Mall
Meet representatives from the various areas that Student Engagement has to offer including; Student Government Association, The Panther Newspaper, Chapman Radio, Involvement Coaching, Wellness and Recreation, Argyros Forum Student Union, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Student Organizations.

10:45 – 11:15 a.m. 
Getting Involved
Grey Group 
Location: Memorial Hall
Come learn about opportunities to get involved at Chapman! Preview some exciting ways you can immerse yourself into college life, hear from current student leaders about how getting involved has made their Chapman experience memorable, and connect with your peers who have similar interests! 

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Meet Student Engagement
Grey Group 
Location: Bert Williams Mall
Meet representatives from the various areas that Student Engagement has to offer including; Student Government Association, The Panther Newspaper, Chapman Radio, Involvement Coaching, Wellness and Recreation, Argyros Forum Student Union, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Student Organizations.

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Getting Involved
Red Group 
Location: Memorial Hall
Come learn about opportunities to get involved at Chapman! Preview some exciting ways you can immerse yourself into college life, hear from current student leaders about how getting involved has made their Chapman experience memorable, and connect with your peers who have similar interests! 

12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
Lunch  
Location: Randall Dining Commons

1:00 – 2:30 p.m. 
Jumu’ah Prayers followed by Director of Muslim Life Meet and Greet
Location: Wallace All Faiths Chapel
Join Chapman’s Director for Muslim Life and Chaplain to the University, Shaykh Jibreel Speight, for prayers followed by an opportunity to get acquainted with him and hear about Muslim life on campus. 

1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Fenestra Forum: Inspire Chapman! 
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see email from orientation@chapman.edu, sent to Chapman email August 18th) 
This will be last formal meeting with Fenestra Forum groups where you will have the opportunity to ask any final questions and look ahead to your first year at Chapman. 

2:30 – 3:15 p.m. 
CIRP Survey
Location: Any quiet space on campus
Please take the time to finish the CIRP survey that was emailed to your Chapman email account from President Struppa on Monday, August 18th. 

3:30 – 5:30 p.m. 
Involvement Socials 
Location: Check-in at Beckman Hall, Room 404
Come mix and mingle with other students and student organization leadership for an opportunity to hear more about the many opportunities to engage with community at Chapman. Students may attend and meet with as many groups as they are interested in. The organizations will be split amongst the category they fall under:

Academic & Professional: Chapman Physics Club, Chapman Robotics, Chapman Women in Science and Technology, Computer Science Club, Girls Who Code, OSTEM, Computer Science, Society of Women Engineers, IEEE, Cybersecurity Club, AURA, Food Science and Nutrition Student Association, OCAEP – Chapman Orange County Association of Environmental Professionals, Pre-Dental Society, Undergraduate Neuroscience Society, Alpha Kappa Psi, Chapman French Club, Chapman Undergraduate Law Review Journal, Delta Sigma Pi, Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law Co-Ed Fraternity, Peace Studies Union, The Women’s Network, BlueSky: Themed Entertainment Club, Chapman Animation & Visual Effects Student Association (CAVESA), Chapman Sports Broadcast Network, Delta Kappa Alpha, PRAA, Women in Film

Honor Societies: Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society, Lambda Pi Eta

Civic Engagement: Active Minds, Camp Kesem at Chapman, Red Cross Club

Social Awareness & Cultural: Black Global Diaspora Alliance, Black Student Union, Chapman Black Art Association, Chapman Pua’ikeana, ISCO/Chapman Persian Student Association, Nikkei Student Union, South Asian Student Association, Spoonies, Students Supporting Israel, Women’s Health Club

Leisure & Special Interest: Anti-Philosopher-Philosophy Forum, Chapman Juggling Club, Club 55, Duck United Club, Metal Militia, Panther Devs, Table Top Panthers, Trading Card Game Club

Recreation, Fitness, & Wellness: Outdoors Club, Snow Club

Performance & Arts: Chapman on Broadway, Chapman University Art Club, Mariachi Club, Chapman Student Organized Productions, Chapman University Tap Ensemble, Improv Inc., Chapman Soundcheck, Simply Vocale, The ChapTones, Chabad, Chapman Cru, Chapman Hillel, Disciples on Campus, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Club

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 
Dinner 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 
Chapman’s Big Welcome Shabbat Dinner 
Location: Wallace All Faiths Chapel
Welcome to your Jewish home on campus. Join your fellow Panthers for a special Orientation Shabbat dinner at the Fish Interfaith Center. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, celebrate, and settle into your new home. Enjoy a delicious kosher meal, unwind after a busy week, and discover the many ways you can get involved in Jewish life at Chapman—from holiday celebrations and learning opportunities to social events and meaningful community experiences. Come as you are, bring a friend, and start your Shabbat surrounded by warmth, tradition, and new connections. We can’t wait to welcome you into the Chapman Jewish community! 

9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. 
UPB and Orientation Presents … Club Rodeo
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room
Giddy up, Panthers, we’re bringing the wild west to campus!! Get ready for a live DJ, line dancing, photo booths, and all the fun. It’s time to two-step your way into the best night of the semester, you won’t want to miss it! *Student ID required for entry.*

9:30 – 10:45 a.m.  
Yoga on the Lawn  
Location: Aitken Arts Plaza 
Join Wellness and Recreation Services for our first Yoga on the Lawn of the school year! Bring your yoga mat or towel and a friend and join our GroupX leaders for a free yoga session.

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 
Brunch 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

12:00 – 2:00 p.m. 
Meet Fraternity & Sorority Life
Location: Sandhu Conference Center
Meet chapter leadership from fraternities and sororities on campus to hear about their experiences and ask questions.

1:00 – 2:00 p.m. 
Meet your First Year Experience Peer Advisor
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 209AB
Come join your First Year Experience Peer Advisor in your first official meeting where we will have time to mingle with others participating in the program, enjoy cupcake decorating, and many other sweet treats.

2:00 – 3:00 p.m.  
Regional Receptions 
Chapman is lucky to have students come from across the United States. Attend one of these receptions to meet students from your region, learn about the “must-sees” in Southern California, and begin to make connections that will make Chapman feel like home.  

Pacific Northwest
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 209

Mountain States 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 212

Southwest
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 214

Midwest
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 213

Northeast
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 204

South 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 205

Pacific Ocean 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 206

Northern California 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 210

Southern California 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 211

International Students 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 202

3:00 – 5:00 p.m. 
Italian Studies Dessert Bash 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404 
Open to students taking an Italian Studies course in the Fall. You are invited to attend the Italian Studies Dessert Bash! At the onset of your journey through Italian language and culture, we wish to provide you with all necessary guidance, support and introduce you to the lively community of our program. Attendance in this event will count as out-of-class participation points.

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
College of Performing Arts Student Mixer 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts Performer’s Court 
Calling all incoming and returning CoPA students for a fun afternoon of networking, food, and CoPA swag! Reconnect with old friends as well as meet new ones!

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
Fowler Engineering Community Walk 
Location: Meet in the Ideation Zone, N107-109, Swenson Hall of Engineering
Enjoy a casual community walk with current Fowler Engineering students! Incoming freshmen can expect to connect with experienced Fowler Engineering students and learn more about the surrounding community with a walk to the Orange Circle. Find out current students’ favorite spots for coffee, lunch, and more in the Orange Circle! RSVP here.

5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 
Dinner 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

8:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Fall Kick-Off! 
Location: Bert Williams Mall
Kickstart your year with music, games, appetizers, and mingling with your incoming class! This will be a night you do not want to miss!  

8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 
Residence Life Check-In 
Location: Residence Halls 
Your specific move-in time is in your move-in memo sent from your building manager on July 23rd to your Chapman email. In order to ease traffic and congestion in the Residence Hall area, please come only at your assigned time. If your check-in time is later in the day, check-in for Orientation prior to your Residence Life check-in. 

8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
Orientation Check-In 
Location: Students – Argyros Forum 209
Location: Families – Argyros Forum 206 
You can check-in for Orientation any time between 8:00am and 4:00pm! If your residence life move-in time is in the afternoon, feel free to check in for Orientation in the morning. Your student will NEED to check in for both residence life and Orientation. Please plan accordingly as we will not be able to check anyone in after 4:00pm. 

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
The Office of Parent and Family Engagement Welcome Booth 
Location: Between Argyros Forum and Leatherby Libraries 
Stop by to connect with the Office of Parent and Family Engagement and our amazing parent volunteers! Learn about campus resources, get tips on supporting your student’s success, and discover ways to get involved in the Chapman community. Families can snap a keepsake at our photo booth and take part in our special letter-writing activity – write a heartfelt note or record a short video for your student that will be delivered a few weeks into the semester. Students are also invited to write a note or record a video message to send to their families!

2:30 – 4:30 p.m. 
Career Services Open House
Location: The Career House, 342 N. Glassell St.  
Support your student’s career success. Learn how we can help. Want to know how Chapman empowers your students’ career development? Visit the Career Services Open House to meet the Career Team and enjoy light refreshments. Explore the tools, guidance, and connections available to help them thrive.

3:00 – 5:00 p.m. 
Cross Cultural Center Welcome Reception 
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 304 (Cross-Cultural Center) 
The Cross Cultural Center invites families and students to come meet staff and faculty that provide resources and support for our students.

4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 
Commuter Family Information Session 
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 208 
Welcome family members of commuters! Families will learn about tips, tricks and resources that will support their first-year commuter student in making connections on Chapman’s campus. Associate Vice President and Associate Dean of Students, Dr. Chris Hutchison, and Program Coordinator, First Year Experience, Breil Bonaguro, will present on opportunities for student engagement. 

3:00 – 4:00 p.m. 
Jewish Life Meet & Greet
Location: Wallace All Faiths Chapel 
This parent-only session is an opportunity to meet the Director of Jewish Life Rabbi Cassi Kail, and to learn about the many Jewish programs and opportunities available to students. We will discuss the work being done to safeguard Jewish students against antisemitism and to support them in celebrating their Jewish identities.  There will be an opportunity for you to ask questions, meet other parents, and learn about ways that you can stay connected to the Chapman Jewish community, whether you live in Orange County or thousands of miles away.  

4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 
Parent Reception for New Disciples of Christ/United Church of Christ Students 
Location: Wilkinson Founders Chapel, Fish Interfaith Center 
Parents/families of students who come from congregations related to the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) or the United Church of Christ are strongly encouraged to come to the one-hour information session about the Disciples on Campus program. You will receive helpful information on scholarships and opportunities for your student. Please come without your student to this event. If your local congregation’s affiliation is not specifically Disciples or UCC, the session will not be relevant to you.

4:30 – 5:30 p.m. 
Muslim Life Meet & Greet
Location: Wallace All Faiths Chapel 
Assalam Alaikum! We warmly invite all families to join us for the Muslim Life Parent Meet and Greet. Purpose: The Meet and Greet provides an opportunity for parents to connect, share experiences, and learn more about our Muslim community. What to expect; meet other parents and build meaningful connections, learn about upcoming events, programs, and resources, and discover ways to get involved and support our vibrant community. Assalam Alaikum: The Islamic Greeting: Remember to greet fellow attendees with the beautiful words: “Assalam Alaikum” (May God grant you protection and security). The response is “Wa Alaikum Assalam”. Let’s create an atmosphere of peace and unity as we come together. Whom to Greet: Please greet all fellow Muslims—those you know and those you don’t. Extend your warm salaam to elders, younger ones, and even those in service roles.

7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Opening Convocation
Location: Wilson Field 

Gates will open at 6:00pm with the pre-show begins at 6:45pm and Opening Convocation will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. 

Students – please enter through the McCardle Gate, near Walnut Avenue at the northwest entrance to Wilson Field
Families – proceed to Wilson Field through any gate. Seating is available in the bleachers and on the field. ADA seating is available on the field level with entrance through the south gate.

This traditional event is the formal opening to Chapman’s academic year. Faculty in full regalia march in procession and President Struppa officially launches the semester. After Convocation, Orientation will officially begin.

Not able to attend in person? A link will be added here for you to stream Opening Convocation live!

At the conclusion of this Program, families please remain seated as students exit through the North Gate and proceed to the Residence Halls for a Mandatory Residence Life Meeting if they will be living on campus or to the Argyros Forum, Great Room for the Commuter Student Social. Once students have exited, families are welcome to attend the Wine and Cheese Reception hosted by Dr. Jerry Price, Senior Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, on Aitken Arts Plaza.   
*Note: Please be prepared for a delay between Opening Convocation and the Wine and Cheese reception.

8:15 – 9:30 p.m. 
Wine and Cheese Welcome Reception for Parents and Families 
Location: Aitken Arts Plaza
Join Senior Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Dr. Jerry Price, Student Affairs Staff, and other new Chapman families for some relaxation and conversation. 

9:00 a.m. –  4:00 p.m. 
Orientation Information Booth
Location: Argyros Forum, Pankey Visitor Lounge 
Orientation Staff will be available throughout the day to answer questions regarding all events and sessions.  

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 
Making the Transition  
Location: Musco Center for the Arts  
Families with Last Names A-M 
Join Dr. Jerry Price, Senior Vice President and Dean of Students, Marcela Mejia-Martinez, Assistant Vice President of Admission, and Colleen Wood, Assistant Vice President and Associate Dean of Students for this interactive session that will introduce you to the Class of 2028/29 and the student and campus services that address and promote student safety, health and well-being.

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 
Family Student Panel 
Location: Memorial Hall 
Families with Last Names N-Z 
Join current Chapman students and parents to discuss how families can support their new Panther. Learn about the important role that families play in the college experience, discuss what it means to be involved in the Chapman community and, most importantly, get all your questions answered.

9:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. 
The Office of Parent and Family Engagement Welcome Booth 
Location: Under the red canopy on the north side of Memorial Hall 
Stop by to connect with the Office of Parent and Family Engagement and our amazing parent volunteers! Learn about campus resources, get tips on supporting your student’s success, and discover ways to get involved in the Chapman community. Families can snap a keepsake at our photo booth and take part in our special letter-writing activity – write a heartfelt note or record a short video for your student that will be delivered a few weeks into the semester. Students are also invited to write a note or record a video message to send to their families!

10:45 – 11:45 a.m. 
Making the Transition  
Location: Musco Center for the Arts 
Families with last names N-Z  
Join Dr. Jerry Price, Senior Vice President and Dean of Students, Marcela Mejia-Martinez, Assistant Vice President of Admission, and Colleen Wood, Assistant Vice President and Associate Dean of Students for this interactive session that will introduce you to the Class of 2028/29 and the student and campus services that address and promote student safety, health and well-being.

10:45 – 11:45 a.m. 
Family Student Panel 
Location: Memorial Hall 
Families with last names A-M 
Join current Chapman students and parents to discuss how families can support their new Panther. Learn about the important role that families play in the college experience, discuss what it means to be involved in the Chapman community and, most importantly, get all your questions answered.

11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. 
Chapman Family Lunch 
Locations: Bert Williams Mall /Attallah Piazza /Gray Victory Way/Aitken Arts
Join other new students and families for a lovely lunch.   

1:30 – 2:15 p.m. 
The Purpose of a Chapman Education
Location: Musco Center for the Arts  
Join our Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Student Success, Dr. Brad Petitfils, as he leads a town hall conversation about the importance of Higher Education and its impact on the world today. This conversation will include a range of campus leadership including; Associate Vice President and Associate Dean of Students, Dr. Chris Hutchison and the Director of the Center of Undergraduate Excellence, Dr. John Hunter. This session will include time for audience participation. 

2:30 – 3:30 p.m. 
Fraternity and Sorority Life Info Session 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts 
Come and learn about the Chapman Fraternity and Sorority community. Hear from current members, student leaders, and staff about the chapters and the benefits of this involvement opportunity.  Please bring any questions you may have.

3:45 – 4:45 p.m. 
Student Business Services and Financial Aid Workshop 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404 
Representatives from the Student Business Services Office and Office of Financial Aid will answer your questions regarding billing, loans, and scholarships. Both families and students are welcome to attend. 

3:45 – 5:00 p.m.
Academic Resources Tabling
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 119AB
This tabling session will be a time where students and families can ask questions from our specific Academic Resource Departments. There will be representatives from the Academic Advising Center, Tutoring and Learning Center, Leatherby Libraries, Center for Global Education, Career and Professional Development, and the Center for Undergraduate Excellence will share information and answer questions about their available resources.

3:45 – 5:00 p.m.
Tour and Information Session with a Librarian: Your Library in 20 Minutes
Location: Leatherby Libraries
Join us for a 20-minute tour of some of the Leatherby Libraries’ top resources, spaces, and services, led by our librarians. You’ll learn about everything the library offers (not just books!)—including study rooms, electronic resources, interlibrary loan, printing, and how librarians support students’ academic success through information literacy. Tours begin in the first-floor lobby at 3:45 p.m. and depart every 15 minutes, with our last tour departing at 4:45 p.m.

4:00 – 5:30 p.m. 
Accelerated Pre-Pharmacy Experience Program (APEX) Family Info Session  
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 208
Dr. Lawrence Brown, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Pharmacy Programs and Partnerships, will facilitate an information session for new families to learn more about the Accelerated Pre-Pharmacy Experience Program and how you play a role in the success of your student.

4:30 – 6:30 p.m.  
College of Performing Arts Welcome Reception 
Location: Lindquist Esplanade (next to Waltmar Theatre) 
This reception is an opportunity to meet new students in the College of Performing Arts as well as some of the faculty and administration with whom you will be interacting while at Chapman. This reception is for declared Theatre, Theatre Performance, Screen Acting, Dance, Music, Music Composition, and Music Performance majors.

4:30 – 7:00 p.m.
College/School Welcome Dinners 
Please attend dinner at the location of your student’s declared major. This is an opportunity to meet new students in your School/College as well as some of the faculty and administration with whom you will be interacting while at Chapman. Food lines will be located at Schmid Gate, Bert Williams Mall, and Dodge College of Film and Media Arts please go to the closest location for your dinner.

4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences 
Location: Bert Williams Mall
This dinner is for declared Health Sciences and Psychology majors. 

Donna Ford Attallah College of Educational Studies 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts, Performer’s Court 
This dinner is for declared Community Educational Studies and Liberal Studies.

Exploratory Majors
Location: Aitken Arts Plaza
This dinner is for students who have not declared a major for the 2025-2026 academic year and are a part of the Exploratory Majors program.

School of Communication
Location: Gray Victory Way
This dinner is for declared Communication Studies, Global Communication & World Languages, and Strategic Communication majors.

Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Location: Attallah Piazza
This dinner is for declared Art, Art History, Creative Writing, English, French, Graphic Design, History, Political Science, Peace and Justice Studies, Sociology, and Spanish majors. 

5:30 – 6:45 p.m. 
Dodge College of Film and Media Arts 
Location: Dodge College of Film and Media Arts 
This dinner is for declared Animation and Visual Effects, Broadcast Journalism and Documentary, Creative Producing, Film and Television Production, Film and Media Studies, Public Relations, Advertising, & Entertainment Marketing, Screen Acting, and Writing for Film and Television majors.  

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Argyros College of Business and Economics
Location: Bert Williams Mall
This dinner is for declared Business Administration, Economics, and Accounting majors.

Fowler School of Engineering 
Location: Gray Victory Way
This dinner is for declared Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering majors. 

Schmid College of Science and Technology
Location: Attallah Piazza
This dinner is for declared Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Environmental Science and Policy, Mathematics, Mathematics and Civil Engineering, Physics, and Philosophy majors.

School of Pharmacy 
Location: Musco Performers Court 
This dinner is for students in the Accelerated Pre-Pharmacy Experience Program.  

7:15 – 7:45 p.m. 
Igniting Your Future: Candle Lighting Ceremony  
Location: Aitken Arts Plaza
Incoming Chapman students, parents, families and alumni will gather in the Aitken Arts Plaza to celebrate the pillars of Chapman University symbolizing our intellectual, spiritual, social and physical life. This brief ceremony will end with a beautiful candle lighting as we bid goodbye to families and welcome new students and families to the Chapman family! This is a ticketed event, and all attendees must have a ticket to be admitted. This event officially concludes Family Orientation. Please exit Aitken Arts Plaza toward Beckman Hall and the Library to access the Anderson Parking structure. Please do not follow students to McCardle Plaza. 

8:30 – 9:45 a.m. 
Orientation Check-In  
Location: Students – Argyros Forum, Student Union 
Location: Families – Argyros Forum, Room 119A 
You can check-in for Orientation any time between 8:30am and 9:45am! If you are not a residential student, you will receive your ID card here.

9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 
Commuter Student Lounge 
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room 
This is a space where commuter students can meet and hang out all throughout Orientation. The Great Room is known as the living room of campus and welcomes all students, whenever they need a place to relax, chat, or meet new people. 

10:00 – 10:30 a.m. 
Welcome Ceremony 
Location: Memorial Hall 
We are excited to welcome you to the Chapman Family in this first formal event. Senior Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Dr. Jerry Price will give the opening address along with student leaders on campus sharing about their Chapman experience. We will also go over the schedule of events and for the day.

10:45 – 11:45 a.m. 
Transfer Forum  
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see email from orientation@chapman.edu that will be sent to Chapman email on Monday, August 18th)  
During your Transfer Forum sessions, you will meet with your Orientation Leaders and classmates. These sessions are a time to get to know your peers, discuss Orientation events, and ask questions about life at Chapman. Please be in attendance, as specifics of Orientation will be explained in this session.

12:00 – 1:00 p.m.  
Academic Partners Lunch
Location: Bert Williams Mall
Join other transfer students and families for a welcome lunch on the historic Bert Williams Mall. You will have the chance to engage with other students, Orientation Leaders, and staff that are a part of your Academic program. 

1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Student Services Fair 
Location: Attallah Piazza
Come mingle with other new students and families as you explore booths representing over 30 on-campus departments. 

1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Tour and Information Session with a Librarian: Your Library in 20 Minutes
Location: Circulation Desk, 1st floor Leatherby Libraries
Join us for a 20-minute tour of some of the Leatherby Libraries’ top resources, spaces, and services, led by our librarians. You’ll learn about everything the library offers (not just books!)—including study rooms, electronic resources, interlibrary loan, printing, and how librarians support students’ academic success through information literacy. Tours begin in the first-floor lobby at 1:00 p.m. and depart every 15 minutes, with our last tour departing at 1:45 p.m.

2:00 – 3:15 p.m. 
Departmental Major Meetings 
Location: Specific locations will be available at the bottom of the schedule
Students will learn about their major and ways to be successful within their academic program. This is also an opportunity to meet staff and faculty members from your major.

3:30 – 4:15 p.m. 
Transfer Forum
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see email from orientation@chapman.edu that will be sent to Chapman email on Monday, August 18th)  
This session will allow you to dive deeper into your academic experience as a Chapman student and will offer specifics to your major and allow you to get to know others you may be in classes with. 

3:30 – 4:15 p.m.  
Student Business Services and Financial Aid Workshop 
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 119A
Representatives from Student Business Services Office and the Financial Aid Office will answer your questions regarding billing, loans, and scholarships. Both families and students are welcome to attend.

4:45 – 5:15 p.m. 
Igniting your Future: The Candle Lighting Ceremony 
Location: Wallace All Faiths Chapel (Fish Interfaith Center) 
Incoming Chapman students, parents and families are invited to Fish Interfaith Center to celebrate the pillars of Chapman University symbolizing our intellectual, spiritual, social and physical life. This brief ceremony will end with a beautiful candle lighting as we bid goodbye to families and welcome you to the Chapman family!

5:45 – 6:45 p.m. 
Chapman Traditions Celebration 
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room  
Come celebrate the start of your Chapman experience with other transfer students this evening. Students will receive stoles, ribbons to tie onto their class fenestra, and learn about classic Chapman Traditions from Dean of Students, Dr. Jerry Price. Hors d’œurves to be provided.  

7:00 – 10:00 p.m. 
We Are Chapman 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts 
Join us for a night filled with exciting performances that showcase the diverse cultures and experiences that make up the Chapman community. You will hear from your fellow students as they share their stories and experiences about their time at Chapman. Following the speeches, head out onto Aitkens Arts Plaza to enjoy the live performance of sitar player, Ronobir Lahiri.

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. 
Breakfast 
Location: Randall Dining Commons 

9:15 – 10:30 a.m. 
Becoming a Healthy Panther 
Location: Memorial Hall
As a transfer student, you will be faced with many personal decisions that will impact your college experience. This MANDATORY educational program will equip you with the necessary information to make informed and healthy decisions. You will need your Chapman ID and your ticket for your specific assigned Healthy Panther session that will to your Chapman email on Monday, August 18th for entry. Please arrive early to ensure you attendance is accepted.

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Transfer Forum
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see email from orientation@chapman.edu, sent to Chapman email on Monday, August 18th)
Join your peers and Orientation Leaders for your last meeting as a group to get final questions answered, an overview of the start of the year. 

12:15 – 1:15 p.m.  
Lunch 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 
Jumu’ah Prayers followed by Director of Muslim Life Meet and Greet  
Location: Fish Interfaith Center
Join Chapman’s Director for Muslim Life and Chaplain to the University, Shaykh Jibreel Speight, for prayers followed by an opportunity to get acquainted with him and hear about Muslim life on campus. 

1:30 – 2:15 p.m. 
Getting Involved
Location: Irvine Lecture Hall
Come learn about opportunities to get involved at Chapman! Preview some exciting ways you can immerse yourself into college life, hear from current student leaders about how getting involved has made their Chapman experience memorable, and connect with your peers who have similar interests! 

2:30 – 3:15 p.m. 
Wellness at Chapman
Location: Irvine Lecture Hall
The Wellness at Chapman session takes a multidisciplinary approach to student well-being. Utilizing the 8-dimensions of well-being, the session will focus on resources available to support each dimension of the for Chapman students to find balance and thrive. Various Chapman departments will be represented on the panel to answer questions, highlight programming, and provide basic information about their resources on campus.

3:30 – 5:30 p.m. 
Involvement Socials 
Location: Check-in at Beckman Hall, Room 404

Come mix and mingle with other students and student organization leadership for an opportunity to hear more about the many opportunities to engage with community at Chapman. Students may attend and meet with as many groups as they are interested in. The organizations will be split amongst the category they fall under:

Academic & Professional: Chapman Physics Club, Chapman Robotics, Chapman Women in Science and Technology, Computer Science Club, Girls Who Code, OSTEM, Computer Science, Society of Women Engineers, IEEE, Cybersecurity Club, AURA, Food Science and Nutrition Student Association, OCAEP – Chapman Orange County Association of Environmental Professionals, Pre-Dental Society, Undergraduate Neuroscience Society, Alpha Kappa Psi, Chapman French Club, Chapman Undergraduate Law Review Journal, Delta Sigma Pi, Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law Co-Ed Fraternity, Peace Studies Union, The Women’s Network, BlueSky: Themed Entertainment Club, Chapman Animation & Visual Effects Student Association (CAVESA), Chapman Sports Broadcast Network, Delta Kappa Alpha, PRAA, Women in Film

Honor Societies: Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society, Lambda Pi Eta

Civic Engagement: Active Minds, Camp Kesem at Chapman, Red Cross Club

Social Awareness & Cultural: Black Global Diaspora Alliance, Black Student Union, Chapman Black Art Association, Chapman Pua’ikeana, ISCO/Chapman Persian Student Association, Nikkei Student Union, South Asian Student Association, Spoonies, Students Supporting Israel, Women’s Health Club

Leisure & Special Interest: Anti-Philosopher-Philosophy Forum, Chapman Juggling Club, Club 55, Duck United Club, Metal Militia, Panther Devs, Table Top Panthers, Trading Card Game Club

Recreation, Fitness, & Wellness: Outdoors Club, Snow Club

Performance & Arts: Chapman on Broadway, Chapman University Art Club, Mariachi Club, Chapman Student Organized Productions, Chapman University Tap Ensemble, Improv Inc., Chapman Soundcheck, Simply Vocale, The ChapTones, Chabad, Chapman Cru, Chapman Hillel, Disciples on Campus, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Club

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 
Chapman’s Big Welcome Shabbat Dinner 
Location: Wallace All Faiths Chapel
Welcome to your Jewish home on campus. Join your fellow Panthers for a special Orientation Shabbat dinner at the Fish Interfaith Center. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, celebrate, and settle into your new home. Enjoy a delicious kosher meal, unwind after a busy week, and discover the many ways you can get involved in Jewish life at Chapman—from holiday celebrations and learning opportunities to social events and meaningful community experiences. Come as you are, bring a friend, and start your Shabbat surrounded by warmth, tradition, and new connections. We can’t wait to welcome you into the Chapman Jewish community! 

7:00 – 9:00 p.m. 
Transfer Student Mix & Mingle 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
You are cordially invited to an evening of Panther fun! Join us on campus for appetizers, games, and socializing with your fellow Transfer students. It can be uneasy coming to a new school, but this event is sure to be filled with great food and even better company.  

7:30 – 8:30 p.m. 
Dinner 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
UPB and Orientation Presents … Club Rodeo
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room
Giddy up, Panthers, we’re bringing the wild west to campus!! Get ready for a live DJ, line dancing, photo booths, and all the fun. It’s time to two-step your way into the best night of the semester, you won’t want to miss it! *Student ID required for entry.*

9:30 – 10:45 a.m.  
Yoga on the Lawn  
Location: Aitken Arts Plaza 
Join Wellness and Recreation Services for our first Yoga on the Lawn of the school year! Bring your yoga mat or towel and a friend and join our GroupX leaders for a free yoga session.

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 
Brunch 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

12:00 – 2:00 p.m. 
Meet Fraternity & Sorority Life
Location: Sandhu Conference Center
Meet chapter leadership from fraternities and sororities on campus to hear about their experiences and ask questions.

1:00 – 2:00 p.m. 
Meet your First Year Experience Peer Advisor
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 209AB
Come join your First Year Experience Peer Advisor in your first official meeting where we will have time to mingle with others participating in the program, enjoy cupcake decorating, and many other sweet treats.

2:00 – 3:00 p.m.  
Regional Receptions 
Chapman is lucky to have students come from across the United States. Attend one of these receptions to meet students from your region, learn about the “must-sees” in Southern California, and begin to make connections that will make Chapman feel like home.  

Pacific Northwest
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 209

Mountain States 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 212

Southwest
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 214

Midwest
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 213

Northeast
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 204

South 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 205

Pacific Ocean 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 206

Northern California 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 210

Southern California 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 211

International Students 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 202

3:00 – 5:00 p.m. 
Italian Studies Dessert Bash 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404 
Open to students taking an Italian Studies course in the Fall. You are invited to attend the Italian Studies Dessert Bash! At the onset of your journey through Italian language and culture, we wish to provide you with all necessary guidance, support and introduce you to the lively community of our program. Attendance in this event will count as out-of-class participation points.

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
College of Performing Arts Student Mixer 
Location: Musco Center for the Arts Performer’s Court 
Calling all incoming and returning CoPA students for a fun afternoon of networking, food, and CoPA swag! Reconnect with old friends as well as meet new ones!

5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 
Dinner 
Location: Randall Dining Commons

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. 
Transfer Off-Campus Event @ Soulland 
Location: Meet at Bert Williams Mall
The Orientation team is excited to host the Transfer Off-Campus Event at the Soulland Lab Paint Bar in the Orange Circle. The first 40 students who sign up will join us for a night of painting, refreshments, mingling, and an assortment of snacks! Availability is exclusively for incoming transfer students attending Fall Orientation 2025, you can secure your spot by signing up here.

8:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Fall Kick-Off! 
Location: Bert Williams Mall
Kickstart your year with music, games, appetizers, and mingling with your incoming class! This will be a night you do not want to miss!  

8:30 – 9:45 a.m. 
Orientation Check-In  
Location: Students – Argyros Forum, Student Union 
Location: Families – Argyros Forum, Room 119A 
You can check-in for Orientation any time between 8:00am and 9:30am! If you are not a residential student, you will receive your ID card here.

10:00 – 10:30 a.m. 
Welcome Ceremony 
Location: Memorial Hall 
We are excited to welcome you to the Chapman Family in this first formal event. Senior Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Dr. Jerry Price will give the opening address and you will have the chance to hear from student leaders on campus You will hear from campus leadership and current students about their time at Chapman and their transition. We will also go over the schedule of events and for the day.

10:45 – 11:45 a.m. 
Just for Families  
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404 
Join Colleen Wood, Assistant Vice President and Associate Dean of Students, for this interactive session that will introduce you to student services that address and promote student safety, health and well-being.

12:00 – 1:00 p.m.  
Academic Partners Lunch
Location: Bert Williams Mall
Join other transfer students and families for a welcome lunch on the historic Bert Williams Mall. You will have the chance to engage with other students, Orientation Leaders, and staff that are a part of your Academic program. 

1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Student Services Fair 
Location: Attallah Piazza
Come mingle with other new students and families as you explore booths representing over 30 on-campus departments. 

1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Tour and Information Session with a Librarian: Your Library in 20 Minutes
Location: Circulation Desk, 1st floor Leatherby Libraries
Join us for a 20-minute tour of some of the Leatherby Libraries’ top resources, spaces, and services, led by our librarians. You’ll learn about everything the library offers (not just books!)—including study rooms, electronic resources, interlibrary loan, printing, and how librarians support students’ academic success through information literacy. Tours begin in the first-floor lobby at 1:00 p.m. and depart every 15 minutes, with our last tour departing at 1:45 p.m.

2:00 – 3:15 p.m. 
Family Student Panel & Letter Writing Activity
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
Join current Chapman students and parents to discuss how families can support their new Panther. Learn about the important role that families play in the college experience. Discuss what it means to be involved in the Chapman community and, most importantly, get all your questions answered.

3:30 – 4:15 p.m. 
Student Business Services and Financial Aid Workshop 
Location: Argyros Forum, 119A  
Representatives from the Student Business Services Office and the Financial Aid Office will answer your questions regarding billing, loans, and scholarships. Both families and students are welcome to attend.

3:30 –4:15 p.m. 
Orientación Española
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
Venga a hablar con el personal de todo el campus para escuchar cómo hacer la transición para ser un padre Chapman.

4:45 – 5:15 p.m. 
Igniting your Future: The Candle Lighting Ceremony 
Location: Wallace All Faiths Chapel (Fish Interfaith Center) 
Incoming Chapman students, parents and families are invited to Fish Interfaith Center to celebrate the pillars of Chapman University symbolizing our intellectual, spiritual, social and physical life. This brief ceremony will end with a beautiful candle lighting as we bid goodbye to families and welcome you to the Chapman family! 

Argyros School of Business and Economics

Economics, Business Administration, and Economics: Memorial Hall 

Attallah College of Educational Studies

Community Educational Studies and Liberal Studies: Beckman Hall, Room 101

College of Performing Arts

Dance, Music, Theatre, Theatre Performance, and Screen Acting: Waltmar Theatre

Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences

Health Sciences: Argyros Forum, Room 209AB

Psychology: Beckman Hall, Room 404

Dodge College of Film and Media Arts

Broadcast Journalism and Documentary, Creative Producing, Animation and Visual Effects, Film and Television Production, Film and Media Studies, Public Relations, Advertising, and Entertainment Marketing, Writing for Film & Television: Folino Theater at Marion Knott Studios

Fowler School of Engineering

Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering: Argyros Forum, Room 208

Schmid College of Science and Technology

          All Majors: Meet at Schmid Bleachers before any of the classrooms below!

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry: Keck Center, Room 130

Biological Sciences: Argyros Forum, Room 201

Environmental Science and Policy: Keck Center, Room 153

Mathematics, Math and Civil Engineering: Keck Center, Room 156

Philosophy: Keck Center, Room 171

Physics: Keck Center, Room 230

School of Pharmacy

Pharmacy (APeX): Beckman Hall, Room 104

Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Art: Moulton Hall, Room 213

Art History: Moulton Hall, Room 216

English, Creative Writing: Beckman Hall, Room 102

Graphic Design: Moulton Hall, Room 167

Global Communication and World Language: Argyros Forum, Room 202

History: Doti Hall, Room 104

Political Science: Demille Hall, Room 103

Peace and Justice Studies: Smith Hall, Room 203

Sociology: Doti Hall, Room 103

Spanish: DeMille Hall, Room 120G

School of Communication

Communication Studies, Strategic Communication, and Global Communication & World Languages: Argyros Forum, Room 202

Exploratory Majors

Hashinger Science Center, Room 150 (Irvine Lecture Hall)

Argyros School of Business and Economics

Economics, Business Administration, and Economics: Hashinger Science Center, Room 150 (Irvine Lecture Hall)

Attallah College of Educational Studies

Integrated Educational Studies: Doti Hall, Room 005

College of Performing Arts

Theatre, Theatre Performance, and Screen Acting: Moulton Hall, Room 136

Music: Oliphant Hall, Room 101D

Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences

Applied Human Physiology, Health Sciences: Crean Hall, Room 112

Psychology: Crean Hall, Room 149

Dodge College of Film and Media Arts

Broadcast Journalism and Documentary, Creative Producing, Animation and Visual Effects, Film and Television Production, Film and Media Studies, Public Relations, Advertising, and Entertainment Marketing, Writing for Film & Television: Folino Theater at Marion Knott Studios

Fowler School of Engineering

Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering: Swenson Hall, N107/109

Schmid College of Science and Technology

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Environmental Science and Policy, Mathematics, Math and Civil Engineering, Physics, Philosophy: Keck Center, Room 130

Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Art, Art History, Graphic Design: Moulton Hall, Room 213

English, Creative Writing: Doti Hall, Room 102

Global Communication and World Language: Argyros Forum, Room 201

History: Doti Hall, Room 104

Peace Studies: Smith Hall, Room 202

Political Science: Doti Hall, Room 105

Sociology: Doti Hall, Room 201

School of Communication

Communication Studies, Strategic and Corporate Communication, and Global Communication & World Languages: Argyros Forum, Room 201

Exploratory Majors

Argyros Forum, Room 119B