An intern at NASA. A grand prix racecar driver. Ground-breaking programs. Life-changing friendships. These are just some of the stories we feature here on Pulse.
Discover them all—
An Interview with Dr. Rhonda Phillips, 20th President of Chatham
Shortly after her presidential investiture in October 2023, President Phillips shared her lifelong love of learning and her innovative ideas and hopes for Chatham in this interview in the Recorder alumni magazine.
Steering the Commonwealth Through Crisis— Keara McKenna Klinepeter ’11
After advising Pennsylvania’s secretary of health throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Chatham alum Keara Klinepeter ’11 ascended to the agency’s top spot on the eve of the Omicron surge.
Birds of a Feather— Chatham University and the National Aviary
A soaring collaboration between Chatham University and the National Aviary means big insights into Western PA birdlife, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences for Chatham students.
How James Russell, MSCP ’14 Found Psychology Despite Himself
James Russell didn’t dream about being a mental health professional. Mentors saw it in his future.
At Home in the Arctic with Chelsea Kovalcsik ’16
Chelsea Kovalcsik ’16, Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, reflects on her burgeoning environmental awareness and career
Miracle Moments with Brian Muni, OTD ’22
Earning his Doctorate in Occupational Therapy helped Brian Muni, OTD ’22 translate his love of music into a rewarding career helping children
Playing in Intersections with Cory Van Horn, MAFS ’12
Cory Van Horn, Master of Food Studies ’12, on how his time at Chatham prepared him for the delicious challenges of his position as Chief Strategy Officer for Visit Montgomery, Maryland.
IM4Q: Independent Monitoring for Quality and the Pursuit of Happiness
Chatham psychology Professor Anthony Goreczny is the principal investigator of Independent Monitoring for Quality, or IM4Q, a program that addresses the needs of people with intellectual disabilities.