Donna Ford Attallah College of Educational Studies

Congratulations to Andrea Barrientos, MA in SPED '22! 🌟

Andrea has been named a Teacher of Promise by the Irvine Unified School District, an honor recognizing first- and second-year educators who demonstrate outstanding skill and enthusiasm for teaching. She was recognized for empowering students through co-ownership of their IEPs and helping launch a Reading Buddies program that builds literacy skills and meaningful connections across her school.

Visit the Attallah College newsroom to learn more:
https://blogs.chapman.edu/education/2026/05/28/attallah-college-alum-named-irvine-unified-teacher-of-promise/

A look back at our Dean’s Reception, where we had the pleasure of welcoming members of our 2026 Ph.D. in Education cohort. While not everyone could attend, it was a meaningful opportunity for incoming students to connect with faculty and current students before beginning their journey. We are excited to welcome this incredible group and can’t wait to see all they accomplish! 💫

The Orange County Department of Education is partnering with Chapman University’s Thompson Policy Institute on Disability - TPI to help prepare school leaders to create more inclusive learning environments for all students.

Visit OCDE's newsroom to learn more!

OCDE and Chapman University partnership aims to strengthen inclusive leadership in schools Kari Adams, director of the Inclusive Leadership Center at Chapman University’s Thompson Policy Institute on Disability, speaks during the 2025 Thompson Policy Institute Summit on Disability and In…

Subodh Garg ()from Love on the Spectrum will be joining us as our Annual TPI Summit MC 👏

We’ve been teasing this announcement, and we’re so excited to finally share it with you! Don’t miss the chance to hear from Subodh during our Summit and afternoon sessions on August 7, 2026.

👉Get your tickets today! Link in Bio