
From alumni successes to faculty research to student life, take a look at the latest stories from the community at Chatham University
Working Harder for Ourselves with Maryellen Baverso
Pittsburgh yoga instructor, Maryellen Baverso, RYT-500 has been leading Chatham’s yoga classes for the last six years. This past year, however, came with a unique set of challenges—the kind that forced us to prioritize our health and wellness. We caught up with Maryellen to learn more about using yoga as a tool to bolster both our mental and physical health.
Course Highlight: Womanist and Feminist Theology
Chenoa Baker ’21 highlights Special Topics: Womanist and Feminist Theology, a course offering in Spring 2021 at Chatham, and how it showcases our University Mission and values.
Student Profile: Walker Orner
Walker is a creative in his last semester here at Chatham. He has spent his time doing design and videography, working in the Art and Design Center, and unicycling. Learn more about Walker and his plans for the future in this for-students, by-students feature!
Cultivating Indoor Plants in the Winter with Sustainability Majors
Cultivating plants indoors can be difficult, but definitely worth the effort! Sustainability majors and plant lovers Leah Whitacre ’23 and John Mamas ’23 share tips from from their own experiences with indoor plant cultivation.
From Roomies to Besties: Katie Crouch and Eliza Moore
Your first year roommate doesn’t always become your BFF. But luckily for Eliza Moore and Katie Crouch ‘23 that was certainly the case. Read on to learn how they went from roommates to best friends and their advice for incoming students choosing their future roomie.
It All Began at Chatham: Alumni Love Stories
Get ready to get a little misty at these sweet tales of romance that started right here on campus! In collaboration with Alumni Relations, we’ve collected love stories from Chatham alums that will definitely tug at your heartstrings.
They Love Me, They Love Me Not: Romantic and Anti-Valentines Reads
Chenoa Baker ’21 and Outreach Librarian Jocelyn Codner come up with the ultimate list of Valentine’s and Anti-Valentine’s Day reads from Jennie King Mellon Library’s resources.
14 Ways to Spend February 14th
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner at ChathamU. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, a partner, family, or going solo this year, there are plenty of safe and fun ways to celebrate love in all of its forms. Check out our 14 COVID friendly ways to celebrate the 14th. 💘
5 Majors You Might've Missed
If you’re interests don’t fit into traditional college major boxes, you’re going to want to check out this article. Join us as we explore five unique, lesser-known majors that are helping our students succeed in emerging fields with diverse skills.
Course Highlight: Oral Histories, Neighborhoods, and Race
Chenoa Baker ’21 highlights, Oral Histories, Neighborhoods, and Race, a unique class she took at Chatham as a part of her course highlight series. She provides her own perspective of the class and interviews Dr. Lou Martin, Assistant Professor of History, about how he designed this course.
Student Profile: Charlotte Larson
Charlotte Larson ‘24 is a writer, an artist, and an advocate for food access for all. Although she is only in her first year at Chatham, she is already working towards improving our food systems through sustainable practices. Learn more about her and her work in this for-students, by-students feature!
Student Profile: Thomas Grigans
Thomas Grigans is a Marketing and International Business major in his last semester here at Chatham. During his time, he has been an RA, served as president of the Chatham Marketing Association, played on the Men’s Lacrosse team, and made a million memories. Learn more about Thomas and his plans for the future in this for-students, by-students feature!