
From alumni successes to faculty research to student life, take a look at the latest stories from the community at Chatham University
The Perks of Challenging Your Professor
Dr. Jennie Sweet-Cushman and Taylor Pelow’s ongoing debate on climate change policy made its way into The New York Times. Check out this Q&A to hear more about Jennie and Taylor’s unique and empowering dynamic.
Ask an Expert: Staying Fit During Quarantine
In this edition of Ask an Expert, Exercise Science student and future Occupational Therapist Cagney Sargent ‘20, provides helpful hints on safely working out from home during quarantine.
How to Help during Nurses Week
Happy Nurses Week! Chatham University has a proud legacy of educating compassionate, career-ready nurses. Now more than ever, their services are critical to our safety. But who is caring for our healthcare workers? Click for concrete ways you can give back to nurses who are giving their all, plus Assistant Professor Jennifer Wasco, DNP, RN shares her thoughts on the important role education plays in supporting nurses during difficult times.
Inside the Social Activism Institute
What happens inside the Social Activism Institute? Associate Director of Student Engagement, Emily Fidago guides students as they undergo training for service, civic duty, and advocacy while exploring career opportunities with some of Pittsburgh’s most service-oriented professionals.
Ask an Expert: Grounds Department Manager Kristen Spirl
In this edition of “Ask an Expert,” Grounds Department Manager Kristen Spirl MLD ‘12 shares tips for enjoying the natural world while still observing COVID-19 precautions.
An IDP Experience by the Numbers
Sydney Saunders is making the most of her Chatham experience through one of our integrated degree programs (IDP), which will allow her to complete a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies in just five years. Check out how Sydney is maximizing the IDP benefits.
Cooking & Quarantine: Tips from Food Studies Faculty, Part 2
In the wake of quarantine measures surrounding COVID-19, access to reliable, nutritious food is more important than ever. We tapped the expertise of Chatham’s Food Studies faculty for information on how our food systems— and those working within them— are impacted, and how we can come together as a community to help.
Musical Melodies: Performances from Chatham's Music Students
Stave off those quarantine blues with these wonderful virtual performances by our music students!
Celebrating Chatham's Faculty Awards for Spring 2020
Join us as we celebrate the 2020 Faculty Awards recipients, Jennie Sweet-Cushman, Ph.D. and Jennifer Morse, Ph.D. and recognize their accomplishments and continued commitments to bettering the Chatham community.
Celebrating Chatham Students' Successes: Student Awards 2020
Join us in celebrating the resilient and accomplished Chatham student body as we recognize the students and student organizations that have gone above and beyond during the 2019-2020 school year!
Cooking & Quarantine: Tips from Food Studies Faculty, Part 1
In the wake of quarantine measures surrounding COVID-19, people are cooking at home more than usual, and seeking guidance on how to do so tastily and responsibly. We tapped the expertise of Chatham’s Food Studies faculty for tips on how to menu plan, grocery shop, and eat well under quarantine.
Cocktail Collaboration: Chatham & Wigle Whiskey
Master of Arts in Food Studies students at Chatham University take a class called "New Product Development" where they apply the methodologies and practices of product development to create something tangible… and tasty. In this video, you'll see how MAFS students helped develop Afterglow, a ginger-infused whiskey distributed by local Pittsburgh distillery Wigle Whiskey.