Orientation Coordinator for Special Events: Nina Lopez Riley

Hi everyone! My name is Nina Lopez Riley, and I am the Orientation Coordinator for Special Events for Chapman’s Fall 2024 Orientation! I am a Junior Screenwriting Major, and I have a minor in Integrated Educational Studies. Chapman has opened me up to so many opportunities in filmmaking and beyond. I’ve had the chance to work on countless student and independent film sets, giving me the confidence I need to join the film industry. There are also so many ways to get involved at Chapman. I’m on the executive board of Primetime TV club where we write tv shows and teach all parts of production. Outside of the film world, I’ve also worked at Chapman every year here. I’ve worked at the office of University Advancement and am currently working as an OC and as a College 101 Mentor! I have made so many incredible connections at Dodge, through clubs, and at work, that have become lifelong friends and have built my professional network. I have been an Orientation Leader for two years, and it has always been my favorite way to get involved. I love meeting the incoming class and helping them through their transition to Chapman. Making everyone feel like Chapman can become their home is super important to me! As the Orientation Coordinator for Special Events, I oversee so many fun O-Week events like Chapman After Dark, Commuter Programming, We Are Chapman, Fall Kick-Off and more! I’m so excited to see you all there!!!