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Meet Chief Diversity Officer Dr. Kristin Nicole Dukes
Get to know Chief Diversity Officer, Dr. Kristin Nicole Dukes in this interview discussing her career path, the markers of a truly inclusive campus, and more.

Honoring Juneteenth in 2022
In honor of Juneteenth 2022, we have gathered Pittsburgh events, resources, and a statement from President David Finegold.

Exemplifying Leadership— Sandra Rader, Doctor of Nursing Practice ’09
Chatham’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program gave Sandra Rader DNP ’09 the flexibility she needed to move her career forward as the chief nursing officer and vice-president of patient care services at UPMC Shadyside.

On the Road with Kerrie O’Donnell, Doctor of Physical Therapy ’17
Join Kerrie O’Donnell, Doctor of Physical Therapy ’17, as she tours across the country as a traveling physical therapist for musical cast members.

CRAFT at Chatham University Brings Good Things to the Table
The Center for Regional Agriculture, Food, and Transformation (CRAFT) at Chatham University has become a thread woven throughout the local food community, offering resources and knowledge to both the Chatham campus and wider community for over a decade.

Blazing Your Own Path— Jessica Byrd ’09
Jessica Byrd ‘09 couldn’t find an organization that served Black women and Black moments during a transformational time around racial justice in the US— so she started one herself.

How to Spend Earth Day (and any day) @ Chatham
Whether you’re a sustainable fashionista, a DIY gardener, a climate activist, or a relatively new member of the eco-friendly team, Chatham is the perfect place to spend your Earth Day. We’re counting down some of our favorite ways to invest in the Earth today— check them out here.

Celebrating Diversity with Multicultural & Lavender Graduation
Held in addition to the campus-wide commencement ceremonies, Multicultural and Lavender Graduations seek to provide a safe space to celebrate students of color, international students, and students who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community. We sat down with Juan Mendizabal, associate director of the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and head of this year’s program to learn more about this unique Chatham tradition and the importance of celebrating our students.