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Campus Community Bread Oven in Action
Frankie Williams, MAFS is the fire master for the Eden Hall bread oven, a community gathering place on campus. The bread oven was a thesis project by MAFS alum Shauna Kearns, who wrote a successful grant for this project.
All the Ways to Do Research @ Chatham
Though Chatham is a small liberal arts school, thanks to our living, learning campuses and top-notch faculty, we offer an impressive array of research opportunities for all students.
Celebrating Students in STEM
Join us as we celebrate National STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Day by talking with our students in STEM who are continuously working to make a brighter future.
The “Stuff” to Bring to College
How do you pack and prepare for what’s bound to be one of the biggest moves of your life? There is simply no way to anticipate every little thing you might need when you start college. In order to help you get organized before you arrive, we gathered a guide to some of the most crucial tangible and intangible items, ideas, and recommendations.
Meet the Residence Halls of Chatham
Chatham University is home to residence halls that were formerly the mansions of quintessential Pittsburgh players. Over the years, these mansions have been converted to accommodate today’s students, maintaining their unique flair while offering WiFi, kitchens, laundry rooms, and other essentials.
A Glossary of ChathamU Terms
Once you arrive on campus, you’ll quickly realize that Chatham has a LOT of lingo. Though we’re sure to have missed some insider student slang, we did our best to develop a glossary of need-to-know terms for incoming Chatham students. If you’re looking to get a head start on your Chatham education, read the full story on Pulse.
Your Student ID Bucket List
If you were issued your student ID at New Student Registration Day, don’t put it away just yet. Your ID will be your ticket to campus events, meals, and your residence hall, so it’s a good idea to get used to having it handy. Make the most of what your student ID has to offer on campus, online, and around town. Not sure where to start? We have some ideas.
10 Tips for First Years from a Senior
Between take-out, late nights at the library, campus ghost stories, and study sessions, your four years as an undergraduate are a foundational time of growth. For every moment, there’ll be a memory to look back on. Read on for tips on how to make the most of it from a graduating senior.
The Majors As Emojis
Happy World Emoji Day, ChathamU! In honor of the occasion, we’re identifying some of our flagship majors by way of the emojis that describe them best. Below, you’ll learn more about ten quintessential Chatham majors, what they offer, and who might be best suited for them.
Making Time for Self-Care This School Year
A new school year means a chance to hit the reset button and start fresh with new habits, new friends, and new opportunities to explore who you are! Whether you’re new to ChathamU or you’ve been here awhile, don’t forget to build mental health and wellness into your back-to-school routine.
Guide to Pittsburgh: Parks & Trails
Pittsburgh has an abundance of green spaces, and in this Pulse story we’ve highlights some of the best parks and trails of the Burgh—like Schenley Park, Frick Park, the Seldom Seen Greenway and more!
Adapt to Residence Hall Life with Your Resident Assistant
For most first year college students, move-in marks their first time living in a residence hall, an experience that comes with a specific set of advantages and learning curves. Resident assistants are returning students who live in the residence halls and serve as liaisons to help students with anything they might need.
Behind the Scenes of CSG
Chatham Student Government (CSG) is Chatham’s student-elected and student-operated government body. To help first-years get acquainted with CSG ASAP, we sat down with executive board members, Vice President of Student Finances, Emi Perdan and Vice President of Communications, Liz Ruszkoski.
Paving a Path to Medical School
The road to medical school may not always be an easy one, but thanks to Chatham’s pre-med advising program, it can at least be straight forward. We caught up with Associate Professor of Biology and head of the pre-med advising program, Dr. Pierette Appasamy to learn more about a program that’s sending students to medical school left and right.
“Growing Growers” Builds Connections Between Diverse Farmers
Chatham’s Growing Growers project creates connections and relationships between groups – Black, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ people, as well as women – who are underrepresented in farming in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
Advice for Your First Year of College
In the spirit of that extra-exciting, ultra-uneasy back-to-school feeling that comes with starting college, we asked members of the Chatham community to share some advice for our incoming Chatham first-years. In this story you’ll find honest input and tried-and-true strategies from those who were once in your shoes.
Pittsburgh Neighborhoods
It’s likely that when you think of Pittsburgh, you think of sports and steel—but have you heard about our spectacular neighborhoods? Pittsburgh is home to 90 ( 🤯 ) neighborhoods and each has its own unique attractions, be it food, culture, music, or all of the above.
Build Your Resume from Day 1
Even though college has only just begun for many Chatham students, it’s never too early to start building out your resume. And thanks to Chatham’s Office of Career Development and their robust offerings, you never have to stress about creating your resume alone.
The Pros & Cons of How You Declare
How do you choose a major? Should you add a minor? What about the famously scary-sounding double major? In this helpful guide to majoring must-knows, we highlight the differences between a major, a minor, a double major, and all the intricacies and in-betweens, including our certificate programs.
Student Success Coaches Make A Difference
A collaboration between Chatham's Office of Student Affairs and graduate counseling psychology programs, the Student Success Coach (SSC) program pairs counseling psychology graduate student SSCs with first-year students to assist in the transition to college life.
Discovering the Resources of Chatham's Library
The Jennie King Mellon Library is a well-loved spot on campus where students can relax, read, and study. While students are aware of their access to checking out books, there are so many unknown perks to having a library right in the center of campus. Read on to learn more.