From alumni successes to faculty research to student life, take a look at the latest stories from the community at Chatham University
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.
Alumni Profile: Lalah C. Williams ’22
After graduating from Chatham University in 2022, Lalah C. Williams started an internship in the offices of Congress. Now she’s there full time.
Alumni Profile: Paula Eicker, MSN ’11
When Paula Eicker wanted to take her skills as a nurse to the next level, she came to Chatham University.
Recent Grad 101: Nasir Alexander ’19, MSAT ’21
We chat with Nasir Alexander ’19, MSAT ’21, who’s not only an accomplished athletic trainer but also a member of Chatham’s inaugural all-gender undergraduate class.
In On the Joke—Lynette Charity ’74
Alum Lynette Charity ‘74 is anything but a joke as she recalls how Chatham University led her to achieve her dreams of becoming a doctor while finding her love for comedy along the way.
Helping People Thrive— Kayla McLaughlin ’09, MPAS ’15
Alum Kayla McLaughlin ’09, MPAS ’15’s background at Chatham and experience administering healthcare to vulnerable populations coalesced into a rewarding career performing gender-affirming surgeries.
Alumni Feature: Joanie Krupa DNP ‘20
Alum Joanie Krupa DNP ‘20’s experience at ChathamU? Challenging academics paired with passionate instructors who guide at every step along the way.
Alumni Profile: Toni Simpson, MAFS ’21
ChathamU MAFS alum Toni Simpson knows the power of food to unite and inspire, bringing the skills she learned in our Food Studies program to her role as School Director and Lead Chef Instructor at Community Kitchen Pittsburgh
Recent Grad 101: Mayor of Sharpsburg, Brittany Reno, MSUS ‘22
Meet recent MSUS alumna and Mayor of Sharpsburg, Brittany Reno!
Exemplifying Leadership— Sandra Rader, Doctor of Nursing Practice ’09
Chatham’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program gave Sandra Rader DNP ’09 the flexibility she needed to move her career forward as the chief nursing officer and vice-president of patient care services at UPMC Shadyside.