9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Residence Life Check-In
Location: Residence Halls
(Your exact day and time will be provided via email. Please reference the housing assignment email if you have questions that will be sent in January.)

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Orientation Check-in
Location: Beckman Hall Lobby
This check-in time is where you will receive your swag items as well as meet your Orientation Leaders and other campus resources. Checking in for Orientation will grant access to the events the following day.

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Welcome Ceremony
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
Opening remarks will begin at 5:00pm and will close at 6:00pm. This session will be a chance to mix & mingle with other incoming students and families as well as hear from university administrators to officially welcome you into the Chapman University community.

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Mandatory RLFYE First Year Community Meeting
Location: Henley Basement, John Biggs Conference Room
This meeting is mandatory for First Year students that have been placed in the following buildings; Glass Hall, Henley Hall, Pralle-Sodaro Hall, Sandhu Residence Center, and North & South Morlan. You will get the chance to meet with your Resident Advisors and hear about how you will be able to successfully transition to living in the Chapman community.

Wednesday, January 28th

9:00 – 9:45 am
Continental Breakfast
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
Light breakfast options and refreshments will be provided and give folks an opportunity to start the day connecting with other new students and families. 

9:45 – 11:00 am 
Fenestra Forum 
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see email from orientation@chapman.edu, will be sent to Chapman email on Tuesday, January 27th)    
Meet with fellow incoming students and your Orientation Leaders to ask questions about becoming a member of the Chapman University Community.  

Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences & Wilkinson College of Social Sciences, Arts, and Humanities and Fowler School of Engineering: Beckman Hall, Room 210

School of Communication, Dodge College of Film & Media Arts, Schmid College of Science and Technology, Attallah College of Educational Studies, Exploratory, and  College of Performing Arts: Beckman Hall, Room 211

Argyros College of Business and Economics: Beckman Hall, Room 212

11:15 am – 12:30 pm 
Departmental Major Meetings 
Location: See locations at the bottom of the schedule in January. 

12:30 – 1:30 pm  
Lunch 
Location: Attallah Piazza 

12:30 – 1:30 pm 
Student Services Fair 
Location: Attallah Piazza  
The following departments will be available during lunch for additional questions; Academic Advising Center, Tutoring and Learning Center, Registrar’s Office, Student Health Center, Student Psychological Services, Disability Services, Career and Professional Development, Center for Global Education, University Program Board (UPB), Fraternity and Sorority Life, Cross-Cultural Center, Student Organizations, Argyros Forum Student Union, Wellness and Recreation, Business Office, Center for Undergraduate Excellence, Student Government Association (SGA), Fish Interfaith Center, Leatherby Libraries, Dean of Students, Student Employment, The Wellness Project, and Promising Futures Program  

1:30 – 2:30 pm 
Academic Advising at Chapman for First Year Students  
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
Stop by to have discussions with Chapman’s Academic Advisors who will share information and answer questions about resources and academic planning.

2:45 – 4:00 pm
Becoming a Healthy Panther (Mandatory) 
Location: Irvine Lecture Hall
As a new student, you will be faced with many personal decisions that will impact your college experience. This REQUIRED educational program will equip you with the necessary information to make informed and healthy decisions. 

4:15 – 5:00 pm
Getting Involved 
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 208
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! 

5:15 – 6:00 pm  
Candle Lighting Ceremony 
Location: 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! 

6:15 – 7:30 pm 
Spring Kick-Off & Chapman Traditions
Location: Argyros Forum, Great Room
You are invited to an evening of Panther fun! Join us on campus for appetizers, games, and socializing with your peers. It can be uneasy coming to a new school, but this event is sure to be filled with great food and even better company. 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. 

Thursday, January 29th
10:00 – 11:15 am  
Fenestra Forum 
Location: Small Group Meeting Locations (see email from orientation@chapman.edu, will be sent to Chapman email on Tuesday, January 27th)

11:30 am – 12:15 pm 
Wellness Collaborative Panel 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 211
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 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.

12:30 – 1:30 pm 
Lunch with your First Year Experience Peer Advisor
Location: Randall Dining Commons
Join your First Year Experience Peer Advisors in the Randall Dining Commons to meet with other students in your major and enjoy experiencing the cafeteria.

2:00 – 4:00 pm 
Spring into Success with The Office of First Generation and Promising Futures Programs
Location: Cross Cultural Center, Argyros Forum, Room 304
The Office of First Generation and Promising Futures Programs invites you to a special event designed to help students get connected to the Chapman community! Come meet our Professional Staff and Promising Futures Leaders, take a group photo, and enjoy the opportunity to mingle who will share their tools on being successful at Chapman University.

4:00 – 6:00 pm 
Soulland: Off-Campus Welcome Event! 
Location: Meet on the Memorial Lawn steps
Soulland’s mission is to provide a welcoming space where creativity flourishes and everyone—no matter their background or experience—can feel empowered to create something extraordinary. At our session you will be painting canvases with other transfer students and transfer Orientation Leaders! This will be first come first serve to attend. Sign up here. You will receive a confirmation email once you have signed up to attend. If you have any questions feel free to email, Frances Isler Graduate Assistant at resstu417@chapman.edu.

6:00 – 7:00 pm 
Dinner
Location: Randall Dining Common

8:00 – 10:00 pm 
Spring Social
Location: Davis Community Center
Join current students and other new students for a night of games, cupcake decorating, and other fun activities with your First Year Experience Peer Advisors to start the semester off well! 

 Friday, January 30th

9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
International Student Orientation  
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 101
Exclusive orientation programming for our international students. This orientation is mandatory if you will be in the U.S. on an F-1 Visa. You will learn about Chapman’s programs and services, and our policies and procedures regarding immigration regulations, employment opportunities, and more!

5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 
RLFYE Movie Night
Location: Masson Family Beach Club
Join Residence Life & First-Year Experience for our movie night at the Masson Beach Club (pool area next to the basketball court). We will be playing a movie on a big screen and providing snacks! Come get to know other residents in our community. Not in our community? Not a problem! This event is open to all students. You are welcomed to bring a blanket – chairs will be available. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

 Departmental Major Meetings

Argyros School of Business and Economics

Economics, Business Administration, and Economics: Beckman Hall, Room 102

Attallah College of Educational Studies

Community Educational Studies and Liberal Studies: Reeves Hall, Room 120

College of Performing Arts

Theatre: See email from Department Chair

Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences

Health Sciences: Crean Hall, Room 118

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: DMAC 123

Fowler School of Engineering

Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering: Swenson Hall, Room 115

Schmid College of Science and Technology

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, and Environmental Science and Policy: Keck Center, Room 171

Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Art History: Moulton Hall, Room 144

English, Creative Writing:  Smith Hall, Room 203

Graphic Design: Moulton Hall, Room 168

History: Roosevelt Hall, Room 121

Political Science: Roosevelt Hall, Room 203

Sociology: Roosevelt Hall, Room 210

School of Communication

Communication Studies, Strategic Communication, and Global Communication & World Languages: Beckman Hall, Room 206

Exploratory Majors

Beckman Hall, Room 209

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Residence Life Check-In
Location: Residence Halls
(Your exact day and time will be provided via your student’s email. Please reference the housing assignment email if you have questions that will be sent in January.)

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Orientation Check-in
Location: Beckman Hall Lobby
This check-in time is where you will receive your swag items as well as meet your Orientation Leaders and other campus resources. Checking in for Orientation will grant access to the events the following day.

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Welcome Ceremony
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
Opening remarks will begin at 5:00pm and will close at 6:00pm. This session will be a chance to mix & mingle with other incoming students and families as well as hear from university administrators to officially welcome you into the Chapman University community.

Wednesday, January 28th
9:00 – 9:45 am
Continental Breakfast
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
Light breakfast options and refreshments will be provided and give folks an opportunity to start the day connecting with other new students and families.  

9:45 – 10:30 am 
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 the Class of 2028/29 and the student and campus services that address and promote student safety, health, and well-being. 

10:45 – 11:30 am
Family/Student Panel 
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 family plays in the college experience, discuss what it means to be involved in the Chapman community, and most importantly, have all your questions answered. 

11:45 – 12:30 pm 
Academic Advising at Chapman 
Location: Beckman Hall, Room 404
Join staff members from Academic Advising to discuss how families can support their new Panther on their Academic journey. Learn about the important role family plays in academics and resources you may direct your students to utilize throughout their time at Chapman.

12:30 – 1:30 pm 
Lunch 
Location: Attallah Piazza 

12:30 – 1:30 pm 
Student Services Fair 
Location: Attallah Piazza  
The following departments will be available during lunch for additional questions; Academic Advising Center, Tutoring and Learning Center, Registrar’s Office, Student Health Center, Student Psychological Services, Disability Services, Career and Professional Development, Center for Global Education, University Program Board (UPB), Greek Life, Civic Engagement, Cross-Cultural Center, Student Organizations, Argyros Forum Student Union, Julianne Argyros Fitness Center, Business Office, Center for Undergraduate Excellence, Student Government Association (SGA), Fish Interfaith Center, Leatherby Libraries, Dean of Students, Student Employment, The Wellness Project, and Promising Futures Program 

1:30 – 2:30 pm
Student Business Services and Financial Aid Workshop  
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 208
Representatives from the Student Business Services Office and the Office of Financial Aid will answer questions regarding billing, loans, and scholarships. Both families and students are welcome to attend.  

2:45 – 3:45 pm  
Spring into Success with The Office of First Generation and Promising Futures Programs Families Edition
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 208
The Office of First Generation and Promising Futures Programs will share information about the programs and support services available to students, and Dr. Stephany Cuevas will facilitate a discussion on how family support changes as students transition to college.

4:00 – 5:00 pm  
Parent and Family Engagement Pre-Reception & Alumni Mixer
Location: Argyros Forum, Room 201
Please join the staff members from Parent and Family Engagement to hear about the events and services they offer while enjoying light appetizers and refreshments.

5:15 – 6:00 pm 
Candle Lighting Ceremony 
Location: 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!