
From alumni successes to faculty research to student life, take a look at the latest stories from the community at Chatham University
End-of-Year Made Easier with OAAR
If you’re up a creek without a paddle, we’re happy to offer you an OAAR— the Office of Academic & Accessibility Resources, that is! With the end of the year right around the corner, we spoke to Academic Access Specialist Cassidy Hruska about the OAAR’s offerings, study tips, test anxiety, and more.
Alumna Profile: Jillian Hamilton OTD '18
Jillian Hamilton’s journey through our Occupational Therapy Program started with the encouragement of a friend, and along the way, the camaraderie she felt with her classmates and the mentorship of faculty members saw her through to the finish line. Now, Hamilton is using learnings from her OT thesis project to improve the lives of children with developmental delays.
Student Profile: Fanghao "Edge" Tian ‘20
Fanghao "Edge" Tian, is a filmmaker, a photographer, a traveler, an actor, a dreamer, and a friend to all. We recently joined him to talk before his upcoming graduation in December. Learn more about him, his dreams for the future, and his plan for saying goodbye in this for-students, by-students feature!
‘Black is Not a Monolith’—A Conversation with Caitlyn Hunter, MFACW
This coming Spring, MFA alum, Caitlyn Hunter will join Chatham’s MFA in Creative Writing Faculty as the first Emerging Black Writer-in-Residence. We caught up with Caitlyn to learn more about her plans for the residency and what is keeping her inspired right now.
What Chatham is Grateful for this Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, it’s more important than ever to focus on what spark hope and gratitude in our hearts. Join us as we reflect on a few of the things we’re grateful for this holiday season here at ChathamU.
Ask an Expert: Going Green this Holiday Season
Despite holiday traditions looking a little different this year, there are still plenty of opportunities to go green this holiday season. Join President of the Graduates Go Green Club Laurel WolfeWawrzynek ‘21 as she gives her expert advice on how to remain eco-conscious in the coming weeks.
Making the Most of Winter Sunlight with Skukura Woods, MSCP '20
Skukura Woods MSCP ’20 shares mental health tips for the Chatham community to get us through the low-sunlight winter season.
Student Profile: Marissa Venanzi ’21
As an RA in Woodland, a captain of the Chatham cheer squad, a Human Biology major, and a Spin instructor, Marissa Venanzi ‘21 wears many hats. Learn more about her, her plans for the future, and what she’s learned during her time at Chatham in this for-students, by-students feature!
Recent Grad 101: Jordyn Gilliard
The time immediately following your college graduation can be scary and intimidating, but recent Chatham graduates are successfully kicking off their careers left and right. In our new Recent Grad 101 series, you’ll meet recent Chatham graduates who are taking the next step towards their dreams. First up, Jordyn Gilliard!
Indigenous Heritage Month at ChathamU
November is Indigenous Heritage Month! Read on for Chatham events and ongoing projects that celebrate and honor Native American history and culture, including the Jennie King Mellon Library’s “Whose Land Are You On?” digitized map project.
Making a Campus Departure Plan
“Home for the holidays” is an extra-complicated concept in the year 2020. As we near the end of the in-person portion of our Fall term, it’s important to remember that our choices now can potentially affect the lives of our family and community back home. Check out our resources below for making a plan to depart campus.
Make the Most of Harvest Dinner in 2020
Like most events in 2020, this year’s Harvest Dinner will look different and require extra-creativity. But thanks to Chatham Parkhurst, you can still enjoy a warm, delicious meal with a few friends. Don’t miss our recommendations for having a safe, fun, and responsible Harvest Dinner this year.