Chapman is perfect for students who are looking for an intimate college setting and the chance to get involved. It's very easy to hold a leadership position on campus by joining Greek life, Associated Students, or a club. And it seems that the more involved a student is, the better his or her experience will be at Chapman. A typical Chapman student is outgoing, friendly, and ambitious. Most have internships or jobs while going to school, and they have specific career goals in mind. Students care a lot about their grades and want to succeed in their classes, so you’ll find plenty of students studying during the week, but as soon as Thursday rolls around, most head to the bars or fraternity parties.
The nightlife scene at Chapman isn't comparable to bigger universities, mainly because Chapman is a small school, so there tends to be limited party options. Students like to go to fraternity house parties on the weekends or, if they are 21 or older, to the bars in The Circle. Besides partying, there are lots of fun things to do around Chapman—luckily, it is in the perfect location for students. Disneyland, the beach, and Los Angeles are all within driving distance from campus. Students also like to explore the Orange Circle, which is a short walk from the school and offers delicious and well-priced food options. The best thing about Chapman is that it is an up-and-coming school. Every year, its rankings improve, and it becomes more recognized. As a result, Chapman is becoming more competitive, and the quality of education continues to improve. In the end, Chapman graduates will walk away with a well-rounded liberal arts education, many networking contacts, and friendships that will last a lifetime.
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Guys & Girls at Chapman University
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Hellloooo Panthers!
Chapman I've heard is rated with some of the hottest girls and guys in a university and I can say that's true. It's surprising how this collection of students happens to be attractive! Putting aside the stereotypical southern californian standard of everyone striving to look good, really everyone has great personalities, friendly, and are ambitious .
May 25, 2012
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Transportation at Chapman University
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Make Friends With Cars
Almost everyone I know had at least one friend they can rely on for a Target or Trader Joe's trip. Car pooling is common and a main way to get around to malls and other places. There are zip cars but most don't go through that process when there is a friend available and willing. At first a car isn't really needed but after the first year it's just something that's needed for internships and interviews. For late night transports around campus, give Public Safety a call and they can pick you up within a certain radius from campus and take you to the dorms.
May 25, 2012
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Computers at Chapman University
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The Printing Process
WiFi at Chapman is great I've only run into one connection issue with it. During finals or midterms, its a hunt to find a computer in the upper levels of the library, the basement can be promising though. Also many people at Chapman have personal laptops. What most use the computers for is printing which they have improved the process recently to be able to print from personal laptops. Yet its a hassle and trying to find the small pocket of time to register the personal laptop into the system. Most just email assignments to themselves and print them off library computers. The grade for this should probably be lower for this printing process but a student just gets so used to it after awhile.
May 25, 2012
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