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Paving a Path towards Medical School @ ChathamU
Academics, Mission and Values Chatham University Academics, Mission and Values Chatham University

Paving a Path towards Medical School @ ChathamU

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.

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Meet Your Library Liaison
Academics Abigail Kneuss Academics Abigail Kneuss

Meet Your Library Liaison

Struggling with a big research paper or project? No need to fear, Chatham’s library liaisons are here! Assigned to each student by major, these librarians assist students with whatever research resources they may need. Learn more about your library liason and how they can assist you!

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Online Learning + ChathamU
Academics, Student Life Chloe Bell Academics, Student Life Chloe Bell

Online Learning + ChathamU

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.

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Getting to Know Chatham's New Professors, Part 2
Academics Chloe Bell Academics Chloe Bell

Getting to Know Chatham's New Professors, Part 2

Close personal attention, willingness to assist at every step of the way, commitment to accessibility—these are just a few of the qualities that make Chatham professors so special…and so fun to learn with! Get to know our newest professors in these mini questionnaires.

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Getting to Know Chatham's New Professors, Part 1
Academics Chloe Bell Academics Chloe Bell

Getting to Know Chatham's New Professors, Part 1

Close personal attention, willingness to assist at every step of the way, commitment to accessibility—these are just a few of the qualities that make Chatham professors so special…and so fun to learn with! Get to know our newest professors in these mini questionnaires..

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Chatham’s MFA Program Gets Creative, Despite COVID
Academics, Student Life Sarah C. Hamm Academics, Student Life Sarah C. Hamm

Chatham’s MFA Program Gets Creative, Despite COVID

For years, Chatham’s MFA Creative Writing program has offered a low-residency option for writers who opt out of traditional, in-person classes. Now, with COVID-19 making academic planning more challenging than ever, the MFAW CW program has expertise to share, and an exciting— if unconventional— academic year ahead. Program Director Sheila Squillante fills us in on all the Creative Writing happenings for Fall 2020 and beyond.

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What to Expect in Chatham's First Year Writing Seminar
Academics, Student Life Chloe Bell Academics, Student Life Chloe Bell

What to Expect in Chatham's First Year Writing Seminar

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.

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