From alumni successes to faculty research to student life, take a look at the latest stories from the community at Chatham University
Leah Berman-Kress and the Jewish Student Association
After the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting shook Chatham’s campus in October 2018, Jewish student, Leah Berman-Kress knew she wanted to build a safe community for Jewish students on Chatham’s campus. So in partnership with the Office of Student Engagement, Leah founded Chatham’s Jewish Student Association, a safe and welcoming community for all students.
No More Table Talk—Steps to Create Real Inclusion
Cultural Studies major Chenoa Baker is highlighting ways the Chatham community can make real change to provide better support, resources, and opportunities for our students of color. Check out her list of ways to improve equity and inclusion at Chatham.
Student Profile: Liam Rubright
Liam Rubright ‘20 has the best of both worlds as a Communications and Arts Management major. Discover his plans on incorporating both his majors into his love for hockey, and his advice for fellow students in this by-students, for-students spotlight!
8 Safe and Socially Distant Summer Road Trips
If you’re looking to soothe three months of stir-craziness, might we suggest a weekend road trip? Check out this list of some of our favorite nature-filled destinations, all within four hours of Pittsburgh.
How to Be an Ally Right Now
If you’re looking for concrete steps towards improving your allyship right now, check out this list of readings, resources, and questions to ask yourself each day.
Student Profile: Lalah C. Williams
Lalah C. Williams is a powerful force at Chatham. She is an advocate, a leader, and a friend to all. Read about all she does at Chatham, her big plans for the future, and her advice to students during these trying times in this for-students by-students feature.
Resources for Our Black and IPOC-Identifying Community
Amidst this difficult but powerful moment for our Black community, we’ve gathered a list of resources for healing, protesting, taking care of yourself, and finding joy right now.
How to Have a More Meaningful Pride in 2020
Though Pride may seem a little different this year, it’s important to remember that its origins are in protest, solidarity, and speaking out for what you believe. We’re counting down some safe but powerful ways to celebrate Pride in 2020.
Chatham's Guide to 2020 Summer Fun
Summer plans might be looking a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun! Here are 15 things you can do to make Summer 2020 safe and sensational.
Ainsley Berringer & Her Healing Horses
At her therapeutic horse center, Hilltop Horizons, Master of Occupational Therapy student, Ainsley Berringer has found a way to merge her love of horses with her love of empowering others, all while utilizing a very special (and equine-centric) therapeutic strategy.
Student Profile: Chenoa Baker
Chenoa Baker ‘21 embodies what she’s identified as the “stereotypical” Chatham student: “super feminist, super sustainable, and ready to change the world.” Join us in this by-students, for-students profile as we find out more about Chenoa and work both in and outside of the classroom.
Student Profile: Emma Tucker
Join us as we catch up with Emma Tucker ‘20 on her life as the head of the Chatham Feminist Coalition, her upcoming plans, and her favorite things to do outside of her studies, in this by-students, for-students spotlight!