In our second addition of Creatives in Quarantine, recent graduate, Sophia DiRenna ‘20 discusses adapting to creating new work when supplies are limited and the world is uncertain.

Creative work is a famously double-edged sword, equal parts difficult and illuminating. In the face of all the anxieties swirling around our planet, creating meaningful work may be more challenging and more important than ever. We’re asking our creative community to share how they’re making art right now. First up, recent graduate, Dori Cawley.

Chatham Connect is an online network of Chatham students and alumni, created to forge connections within our Chatham community, from professional connections to mentorship to simply chatting with fellow Chatham-ites! Read on to discover success stories from real students and alumni.

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!

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.

Even though Summer Community of Writers— Chatham’s MFA in Creative Writing Program’s innovative yearly writing retreat— was cancelled this year due to COVID-19, the program is still going strong, together. We chat with MFA Creative Writing Program Director Sheila Squillante about how the MFACW program is crafting community from a safe distance, and what they’re looking forward to in the fall.

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.

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.

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.

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 University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program checked a lot of the expected boxes for Ian Lonich, DPT ‘14. But what sealed the deal, and set Ian on a path to becoming a Chatham graduate and now a certified neurologic clinical specialist, was seeing his own passion for quality care reflected in his professors, classes, and fellow Chatham DPT students.

Dr. Peter Walker, Dean at Falk School of Sustainability and Environment at Chatham University talks about how in the face of crisis, sustainability professionals create solutions that drive a resilient future.