Chapman University: Residence Life and First Year Experience

Chapman University: Residence Life and First Year Experience

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A Framework of Personal Ethics and Values
Students will develop a framework of consistent ethics and values that guides their daily lives.

The Office of Residence Life and First Year Experience provides on-campus housing options and off-campus housing resources to undergraduate and graduate students. We aspire to create engaging environments and meaningful experiences that facilitate the following Student Affairs learning outcomes:

A Healthy Sense of Self
Students will develop an honest understanding and appreciation of themselves a

05/19/2026

We hope you’re have a great finals week Panthers! We know focusing on finals week and moving out at the same time can be a lot, but RA Ella is here to help! Here are the important move out information you need to know about.

05/16/2026

Quiet hours are now in effect! Please be mindful of others studying for finals this week. Good luck with finals Panthers!

Photos from Chapman University: Residence Life and First Year Experience's post 05/15/2026

For our next RA Spotlight, meet RA Ryan!

It’s his first year as an RA in Pralle-Sodaro Hall. He is majoring in Broadcast Journalism & Documentary with a minor in Political Science. 🎥📰

On campus, he works in the Office of Admission as the Campus Tour Coordinator, serves as Treasurer for the Chapman Sports Broadcast Network, and contributes to Chapman News 🎙️📺

His favorite part about being an RA is building meaningful relationships with residents and fostering a comfortable, welcoming community for everyone 💛

Fun fact: He once met Sabrina Carpenter during her Girl Meets World era ⭐️

05/15/2026

When life gives you oranges… make it your Chapman experience! Come swing by the FYEPA’s last event of the semester and grab some finals essentials, reflect on your first year, and hang out with the peer advisors! 🧡🍊

05/13/2026

Panthers, don't forget to apply to speak at Candle Lighting Ceremony and our new Orientation Event in the fall! Join us to welcome the incoming students and share your story.

Apply by tomorrow at 11:45pm using the link in bio! ❤️🐾

05/12/2026

We only have a couple weeks left of the semester, Panthers! Use that meal plan and those Panther Bucks by May 22!

Photos from Chapman University: Residence Life and First Year Experience's post 05/08/2026

Meet RA Jada from Henley Hall! 👋✨

A first-year RA, she is majoring in Creative Producing with a minor in Leadership 🎬🌟 On campus, she works as a Student Assistant at the Cross-Cultural Center and is a member of BSU. 🤝

Her favorite part about being an RA is being a resource and support system for residents as they adjust to college life. She also loves planning fun activities with residents and fellow RLFYE staff to help create a collaborative and connected community! 💛

Photos from Chapman University: Residence Life and First Year Experience's post 05/07/2026

Are you considering applying to speak at our new Orientation Event in the Fall? Learn more about the event and what a speaking role entails!

The application is due Thursday, May 14th! Visit the link in bio to apply!🐾

05/07/2026

Join the Peer Advisors for a pre-finals summer bash! There will be pizza, giveaways, and good vibes ☀️ We hope to see y’all there 😎

Photos from Chapman University: Residence Life and First Year Experience's post 05/05/2026

Are you considering applying to speak at Candle Lighting Ceremony in the Fall? Take a look at what some previous speakers gained from their experience to learn more!

The application is due Thursday, May 14th! Visit the link in bio to apply!🐾

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625 N Grand Street/Davis Community Center 2nd Floor
Orange, CA
92866

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm