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Chapman University’s 47th Annual Economic Forecast: Inflation Rises, Housing Costs Drop and Economic Growth Holds Steady California’s housing affordability hits lowest in nation as inflation expected to climb to 3% " class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" >Jim Doti

Chapman University’s 47th Annual Economic Forecast: Inflation Rises, Housing Costs Drop and Economic Growth Holds Steady California’s housing affordability hits lowest in nation as inflation expected to climb to 3%

Orange, Calif.—Chapman University’s 47th annual Economic Forecast, presented on Dec. 12, 2024 by President Emeritus Jim Doti and colleagues, delivered insights into the economic outlook for 2025. The forecast predicts a slight decline in the median Orange County home price, inflation rising to 3%, and steady economic growth without a recession. The presentation, led by […]

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Chapman University Appoints Matt Parlow Its 14th President A highly experienced and effective administrator-scholar and fundraiser with more than a decade of service at Chapman as an executive vice president and law school dean, Parlow embodies the transformational leadership sought to advance the university’s growth trajectory and deepen its mission." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" >Matt Parlow

Chapman University Appoints Matt Parlow Its 14th President A highly experienced and effective administrator-scholar and fundraiser with more than a decade of service at Chapman as an executive vice president and law school dean, Parlow embodies the transformational leadership sought to advance the university’s growth trajectory and deepen its mission.

Orange, CA – Today, Chapman’s Board of Trustees announced the appointment of Matt Parlow to serve as Chapman’s 14th president, effective Sept. 2, 2025, following the planned retirement of current president Daniele Struppa from the Office of the President. Parlow currently serves as executive vice president, chief advancement officer and the Parker S. Kennedy Chair […]

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Chapman University Announces $5 Million Gift to Establish Alexander E. Hayden School of Real Estate Alumnus Alex Hayden's Support Elevates Chapman’s Real Estate Programming with the aspiration of growing Chapman’s real estate offerings" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" >alex hayden

Chapman University Announces $5 Million Gift to Establish Alexander E. Hayden School of Real Estate Alumnus Alex Hayden's Support Elevates Chapman’s Real Estate Programming with the aspiration of growing Chapman’s real estate offerings

Chapman University has received a $5 million gift from alumnus Alex Hayden ’95 to establish the Alexander E. Hayden School of Real Estate within the George L. Argyros College of Business and Economics. The gift is intended to bring national and global cachet to Chapman’s real estate profile, recruit top faculty in the field and create […]

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Walt Disney Think Tank would study Disneyland’s impact on the world Chapman University considers developing a think tank to study the life, legacy and influence of the Disneyland founder." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" >Jeff Kurtti, a leading authority and historian on Walt Disney and his legacy, has been appointed Presidential Fellow at Chapman University.

Walt Disney Think Tank would study Disneyland’s impact on the world Chapman University considers developing a think tank to study the life, legacy and influence of the Disneyland founder.

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Chapman’s annual survey finds Americans more afraid today than at any time in recent history A decade of research from Chapman University suggests dread is a big part of American life. The reason is politics. And news. And biology. And math." class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" >chart

Chapman’s annual survey finds Americans more afraid today than at any time in recent history A decade of research from Chapman University suggests dread is a big part of American life. The reason is politics. And news. And biology. And math.

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These Are Americans’ Biggest Fears in 2024, as the Country Is ‘Becoming More Afraid’ Government corruption, loved ones becoming ill or dying, cyberterrorism and nuclear weapons topped the list of Chapman University’s annual survey" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" >chart

These Are Americans’ Biggest Fears in 2024, as the Country Is ‘Becoming More Afraid’ Government corruption, loved ones becoming ill or dying, cyberterrorism and nuclear weapons topped the list of Chapman University’s annual survey

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Corrupt government officials, illness among the biggest fears of 2024 'This year, all of our Top 10 fears were expressed by more than half of Americans.’" class="vc_gitem-link vc-zone-link" >feature image

Corrupt government officials, illness among the biggest fears of 2024 'This year, all of our Top 10 fears were expressed by more than half of Americans.’

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Chapman students in Piazza. A variety of student and campus activities helped boost campus voting rates.

Chapman University holds voter registration bash for students, promoting electoral engagement

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Girls Inc.

Bravo for inspiring education, supporting good health and daddy/daughter time

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