The Chapman University Pennant is Going on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

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• Essraa Nawar, Chapman UniversityFollow

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Article

Publication Date

4-23-2026

Abstract

"If you’ve spent time at Chapman University , you likely know the story of the Chapman pennant—carried by President Emeriti James Doti and @Daniele Struppa along with students and fellow adventurers, to some of the world’s highest peaks. It represents endurance, curiosity, and a deep sense of connection to place.

When it’s not packed alongside climbing gear and on its way to a summit, this well-traveled pennant is typically on display in the The Chapman University Pennant at the Dahlem-Doti-Struppa Climbing Alcove in the Library.

That’s because it’s currently on a new journey.

This time, the journey looks different.

I’m preparing to embark on the Inca Trail in Peru—a historic, multi-day trek through the Andes that leads to Machu Picchu."

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This article was originally published on LinkedIn in 2026.

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Nawar, E. (2026, Apr. 23). The Chapman University pennant is going on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/chapman-university-pennant-going-inca-trail-machu-essraa-pdg9c