From alumni successes to faculty research to student life, take a look at the latest stories from the community at Chatham University
Out With the Old and In With the New(er): ChathamU Thrifters and Fashion Enthusiasts
Does the new year have you dreaming of a new wardrobe, but the environmental cost of fast fashion keeps bringing you down? Student Chenoa Baker interviews three stylish ChathamU students on how they use thrifting to keep their wardrobes fresh, fun, and green.
From Student Mentee to Alumni Mentor: Elana Ragan '19, MAT '20
When she arrived at Chatham as a first year four years ago, Elana Ragan needed help navigating the path towards becoming a teacher. She found that in Chatham’s Welcome Aboard Mentorship program. Now, as an alumna, she is paying it forward and guiding a mentee of her own.
Spotlight on the Minor Bird with Abigail Kneuss & John Mamas
The Minor Bird has been Chatham’s premier undergraduate literary magazine for 91 years, a publication where students of all majors can submit and publish work. In our latest student organization spotlight, we caught up with co-Editors-in-Chief, Abigail Kneuss and John Mamas to see what is in store for the Spring 2021 term.
7 COVID-Safe Things to Do this Winter
As we head into the heart of winter here at Chatham, you may be asking yourself— what is there to do? With safety procedures in place that prevent us from our usual winter activities, getting creative in the coming months is essential. Check out seven things you can do this winter to safely stay entertained.
How We're Honoring MLK Day in 2021
The theme of this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration comes from a quote by Representative John Lewis, “Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble." Join the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, the Office of Student Engagement, and the Diversity & Inclusion Council for a wide-range of events rooted in activism and positive change in our communities, including a keynote address from Pittsburgh author, Deesha Philyaw.
What ChathamU Has Learned From 2020
2020 has been a monumental year for the Chatham community bringing with it a need for resiliency that our students, faculty, and staff have taken in stride. Read on to learn what a few of our community’s members have learned this year and what they’ll be leaving behind to enter the new year with hope and optimism.
Student Profile: Landon Dawson
Landon Dawson ‘21 is a student dedicated to making the world a more accepting and inclusive space. As a Psychology major going into the field of Social Work, and the president of the Queer Student Alliance, his plans are already underway. Learn more about him and his goals for after his upcoming graduation in this for students, by students feature!
Spotlight on the Communiqué with Alice Crow and Sara Bauknecht
As the student-led media outlet on campus, the Communiqué strives to help students stay informed and engaged about what’s happening at Chatham. In our latest Student Organization Spotlight, we chat with Communiqué Editor-in-Chief, Alice Crow and Faculty Advisor, Sara Bauknecht about what it’s like to work for the outlet.
Student Profile: Natalie Callahan
Natalie Callahan ‘23 is an artist, an entrepreneur, and the head of the new Fashion Club here at Chatham. Learn more about Natalie, her artistic inspirations, and her plans for the future in this for-students, by-students feature!
3 Questions with a Transfer Student
Wondering what’s possible when you choose to transfer to Chatham? Transfer student and International Studies major, Ava Meyer takes us through the ins and outs of the transfer process, highlighting everything from student life to financial aid opportunities.
Student-Tested Study Tips
Join Marketing & Communications student employees Abbi Kneuss ‘23 and Chenoa Baker ‘21 as they share their tried-and-true study methods.
How to Host Your Own Mini Candlelight, Eggnog, & Holiday Ball
The first Friday of December typically marks Chatham’s holiday traditions of Candlelight, Eggnog, and Holiday Ball. And while we’re sad that we can’t celebrate together in person, we’ve compiled this list of ways you can recreate the magic of these traditions at home.