
From alumni successes to faculty research to student life, take a look at the latest stories from the community at Chatham University
Student Profile: Jules Soto
Jules Soto ‘23 is an RA, a future educator, and a friend to all. Learn more about her, the valuable lessons she’s learned from her time at Chatham, and her plans for the future in this for-students, by-students feature!
Faculty Profile: Joseph Amodei and Immersive Media
Immersive Media Professor Joseph Amodei’s recent project Packing and Cracking gives a 360 view on the especially timely issue of gerrymandering in America, and how a seemingly meta-political issue can affect every cause we care about for years to come. Click to learn more about this project, Amodei’s first semester at Chatham, and more.
Grazing Goats Revitalize Campus Ecosystems
Not only can goats make yoga classes more exciting, but they are also voracious eaters with the ability to rehabilitate damaged ecosystems. At Eden Hall Campus, nine glorious grazing goats are used to remove invasive plants in an effort to bring native vegetation back to the campus.
Ebooks and Thrill: Hot Tea and Chilling Reads from the JKM Library
Fall during COVID may look different than other years but that doesn’t mean we can’t do fun activities. Student Chenoa Baker ’21 and Outreach and Reference Librarian Jocelyn Codner share JKM Library e-books and tea with a Halloween theme for some cozy and creepy nights in!
Election 2020 Resource & Event Guide
As we prepare for Election Day 2020 and post-election results, it’s critical to practice self care, check in on your friends, and find time to unplug from the barrage of news. Check out our Election 2020 Resource and Event Guide for a complete listing of our Election Day and post-election events and resources.
Student Profile: Samantha Myrla
Samantha Myrla ‘21 came to Chatham to study Sustainability and work to protect the environment. She brought with her years of hard work, a love for science, and a need to be creative in all that she does. Learn more about her, the work she is doing in Sustainability research, and how her passions intertwine in this for-students, by-students feature!
Explore the “Food in Uncertain Times” Conference
Food isn’t just fuel— it can be a gateway into complex systems of access, agriculture, belief, storytelling, and revolution. CRAFT at Chatham University and the student Eden Hall Fellows have teamed up to discuss all of this and more in their two-day virtual conference “Food in Uncertain Times.”
How to Have a Safely Spooky Halloween
Halloween 2020 may not be the Halloween of your college dreams but it is certainly the stuff of nightmares which is technically what Halloween is all about. Join us as we count down some safe and socially distant ways to celebrate the spookiest season of all.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos in 2020
Join the Chatham Jennie King Mellon Library for their annual Día de los Muertos celebration series and check out list of ways to honor, celebrate, and educate yourself on the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos or the Day of the Dead.
How to Pick a Considerate Halloween Costume
Whether you’re entering a virtual costume contest or just dressing up for a spooky photo shoot, students Abbi Kneuss and Chenoa Baker teamed up to help their fellow Cougars sidestep something seriously scary: insensitive, culturally-appropriative Halloween costumes.
Celebrating Vegetarian Month? Chatham Has You Covered
October is National Vegetarian Month! From vegetarian options to vegan entrées free from the top 8 allergens, Chatham has your back. Learn about how Chatham accommodates plant-based diets and discover some quick tips to try meatless meals.
Student Organization Spotlight: Black Student Union with Elena Boyle
Chatham’s Black Student Union has been busy in 2020—releasing an Open Letter towards Chatham Administration, co-planning a Week of Racial Justice, and hosting weekly Instagram lives to address issues on campus and maintain an open dialogue. We caught up with President Elena Boyle to learn more about BSU’s goals in 2020 and the benefits of getting involved.