Chapman University - Orange, California

Chapman University was originally founded in 1861 as the Hesperian College. It was renamed Chapman College in 1934 in honor of Charles C. Chapman. In 1991, it was renamed Chapman University. Chapman University is an absolutely beautiful campus located in downtown Orange. The buildings have incredible architecture. If you have not seen Chapman University, you should take a tour.

Chapman University is a private four year college that is located in Orange, California. Located approximately 10 miles from Newport Beach, it is a fairly easy commute from Newport Beach or the surrounding communities. The students also live in the Orange area, there are dormitories for the students, and off campus housing. Downtown Orange is a quaint community and there is both dining and shopping located very close to Chapman University.

This memorial to Charles C. Chapman is one of my favorites, and I love the quote. The quote says:

“I liken life before you . . . to that of a ship with its prow pointed toward the great ocean as it leaves the harbor for the distant shore. Storms may come, and they will for no ship ever sailed the seas but had to face the storm. If it is strong from keel to top, bow to stern, well maintained and intelligently directed, it rides the storm and goes on it’s way. So you will meet obstacles, storms. If you are strong in faith, clear headed, honest, trusting for divine guidance and with a character built on the solid rock, you will meet all troubles in your life victoriously.” (quoted by Charles C. Chapman).