
From alumni successes to faculty research to student life, take a look at the latest stories from the community at Chatham University
Studying Abroad in the Time of COVID-19
Study abroad has always been a little bit intimidating for students who haven’t been out of the country. Throw a global pandemic into the mix and intimidation levels are sure to rise. We caught up with Study Abroad Coordinator, Karin Chipman and student, Bailee Yaros who recently studied abroad in Seoul, South Korea, to learn more about current study abroad possibilities.
Getting to Know Chatham Chief of Police, Donna Grossi
Chatham’s Chief of Police, Donna Grossi found her way to law enforcement in hopes of creating a positive relationship between police forces and the communities they served. Now, at Chatham, Donna is working to do just that.
Course Highlight: Sustainable Fermentation
Chatham’s Master of Food Studies Sustainable Fermentation course is full of beer brewing, yogurt-making, experiential learning and collaboration. Read on to see what the instructor and current students in the course find so great about this unique learning experience!
Embracing Creativity with the MFA in Film and Digital Technology
Students in Chatham’s Masters of Fine Arts in Film and Digital Technology program are at their root storytellers. While usually behind the scenes of the story, we decided to bring Darrian Willis ‘23 and Jamal Deakings ‘23 to center-stage. Read on to learn more about them and their works!
Alumni Feature: Sean Calder, DNP ‘19
An interview with former army medic Sean Calder, Doctor of Nursing Practice ‘19.
Alumni Feature: Jennifer Kilpatrick, MSN ‘18
An interview with alum (and holder of four degrees!) Jennifer Kilpatrick MSN’18.
Alumni Feature: Sabina Spigner, MSBIO ’18
Before heading to medical school, Sabina Spinger (MSBIO ‘18) wanted to take some time to better prepare herself. Thats how she found Chatham after graduating from the University of Pennsylvania in 2016. Learn more about how Sabina found a tight knit community when she needed it the most.
Alumni Profile: Alysha Slater, MSBIO ‘19
After working as a vet technician and furthering her love for animals, Alysha Slater decided to pursue a Master of Science in Biology to give her a foundation of research to later pursue a PhD in Ecology. Alysha tells us how Chatham faculty gave her the confidence and connections she needed, and how she fell in love with life at Eden Hall.
Meet International Student & Chatham Squash Star, Jared Nalliah
Chatham first-year, Jared Nalliah is making his mark on the Chatham squash courts and in the classroom. After growing up in Malaysia, Jared found his way to Chatham through a unique twist of fate—a recommendation from another college’s coach!
Holding Space on the Page with Hedy Gerace & Laurie Morency
Each month, the Holding Space on the Page program—co-facilitated by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the MFA in Creative Writing program—offers participants a space to read, explore, and reflect on the work of marginalized authors. We caught up with facilitators Hedy Gerace and Laurie Morency to learn more about what’s in store for this month’s Black History and Heritage reading.
What's Cooking at Eden Hall Campus' Kitchen Lab?
A space to gather, create, and collaborate, The Kitchen Lab at Eden Hall Campus provides students and community members with the equipment, facilities, and know-how they need to learn about food production in an environment that’s totally hands-on… and totally tasty, too. Watch the video to learn more about the Kitchen Lab!
Black History Month 2022 at ChathamU
Celebrate Black History Month at ChathamU with events, gatherings, educational opportunities and more! This year’s Black History Month events celebrate many aspects of a multi-faceted Black culture through the lens of artistic expression, activism, and community strength.