Announcements from Chatham University—
Chatham Mourns Death of Student Jordan Haas
It is with a heavy heart that Chatham University shares that a Chatham student, Jordan Haas, passed away on May 4, 2026.
Chatham’s OT, PT, and MPAS Programs Ranked Among Best by U.S. News
Chatham University’s occupational therapy, physical therapy, and physician’s assistant programs were ranked among the nation’s best in a new list released today by U.S. News & World Report.
Chatham Selected for AGRI-Tech Program, Bringing Combined Solar and Agriculture Project to Eden Hall
The grant will provide training, support, and expect consultation to begin an innovative solar energy and mixed-use agriculture project at Eden Hall.
Chatham University Launches Sustainable Kitchen Certification Program with EcoChef
EcoChef Practitioner is a first-of-its-kind certification program for sustainable commercial kitchens.
Andy Masich, President and CEO of Heinz History Center, to Speak and Receive Honorary Degree at Chatham University’s 2026 Commencement Ceremony
Masich has led Pittsburgh’s Heinz History Center since 1998. He’s an author of award-winning books and a recognized authority on the preservation and interpretation of history.
Chatham Awarded $40,000 State Grant to Fight Sexual Violence and Help Survivors
The grant, part of the It’s On Us PA campaign, will provide capacity and training to Chatham’s Office of Student Affairs for sexual violence prevention.
CRAFT at Chatham University Gets $494,000 from the USDA to Help Region’s Food Producers
The funding will support the “RegionALLY Appalachia: Building Pathways Through Marketing, Mobilizing, and Mentoring” project.
Award-Winning Writer Teju Cole to Talk Craft at Chatham This Month
Writer and photographer Teju Cole will give a craft talk at Chatham University on March 30 followed by a reading at Carnegie Mellon University.
Chatham Student News Outlet, The Communiqué, Wins Six National Awards
The staff of the Communiqué, Chatham University’s student-run media outlet, won six awards at the 2026 College Media Association’s national spring conference in New York City.
Chatham Receives $20,000 State Grant to Help Fight Student Food Insecurity
The PA Hunger-Free Campus Grant will support both existing and new initiatives on campus to alleviate food insecurity and address other basic needs for students.
Jason Edsall, Ph.D., Named Dean of Chatham University’s College of Health Sciences
As a faculty member, Edsall successfully increased enrollment in the Exercise Science and Athletic Training programs and published research in peer-reviewed journals.
Chatham and West Allegheny School District Announce Dual Credit Enrollment Program in VR and Immersive Design Fields
This program will allow West Allegheny High School students to complete immersive media courses at their high school and earn three college credits from Chatham.