Assistant Professor of Immersive Media, Joseph Amodei has been lending their artistic activism to an international coalition called Free the Vaccine since March of 2020. Click to learn more about Free the Vaccine’s vision for a ‘people’s vaccine,’ Joseph’s local campaigns, and their recommendations for starting your own artistic activism.

Getting vaccinated is certainly something to celebrate! We caught up with members of the Chatham community to learn what motivated them to get the COVID-19 vaccine and to drum up some excitement for our upcoming vaccine clinics on July 7 and July 28.

Assistant Professor of Psychology Dr. John Dimoff and PsyD students Angela Dao, Jodie Mitchell, and Alexandra Olson tackled applying social psychological theory to COVID-19 in hopes of improving and influencing public health messaging during the pandemic. We caught up with this research team to learn more about their collaboration and recommendations for impactful health communications.

Join us as we talk with four Seniors about their internships during the time of COVID-19, their advice for embracing the unexpected, and their plans for the future.

Fall in Pittsburgh normally means lots of hanging out and Halloween fun, but this year, COVID has thrown a wrench in our typical spooky season plans. Fear not, Cougars: students Chenoa Baker ’21 and Abigail Kneuss ’23 put together a list of activities to enjoy in Pittsburgh and at Chatham that are both seasonal and socially distant.

As we adjust to a new “normal” of masks, physical distancing, daily health screenings, and way more virtual living, it’s important to check in and remind ourselves why it’s vital to keep making these choices. We caught up with a few Cougars to hear why they opt to follow our healthy and safety protocols every day.

September 15 marks National Online Learning Day, a holiday we are getting well-acquainted with in 2020. Whether you’re getting an online degree, trying online learning for the semester, or splitting your time between in-person and virtual classes, Chatham is offering a bounty of online resources.

We chat with General Manager Courtney Blood of Parkhurst to hear all about the plans she and her team have made to keep the Chatham community safe (while also keeping us fed), including increased to-go options, satellite dining locations, and more.

Our event offerings may look a little bit different this fall but that doesn’t mean there won’t be just as many opportunities for fun— in fact, some stress reduction activities may be more essential than ever. Don’t miss Associate Director of Student Engagement Emily Fidago’s breakdown of indoor, outdoor, and virtual event offerings.

Looking to find out the latest about on-campus housing this Fall? Check out this Q&A with Dean Heather Black and Director of Residence Life Shawn McQuillan for move-in details, residence hall protocols, and more.

At Chatham, all students participate in ENG105: First Year Writing Seminar regardless of their major or academic interests. As a result, students get a handle on college writing right from the start. We caught up with Dr. Carrie Tippen to learn about about the different course delivery options for Fall 2020 and for a preview of what first years can expect in ENG105.

Happy Nurses Week! Chatham University has a proud legacy of educating compassionate, career-ready nurses. Now more than ever, their services are critical to our safety. But who is caring for our healthcare workers? Click for concrete ways you can give back to nurses who are giving their all, plus Assistant Professor Jennifer Wasco, DNP, RN shares her thoughts on the important role education plays in supporting nurses during difficult times.