Student Organizations
Make the most of your time at Chatham by getting involved in one of our student organizations. Student organizations offer leadership opportunities, host on-campus events, organize to create meaningful change within our community, and much more.
Do you want to start a new student organization, join an existing student organization, or reactivate an inactive student organization? Submit your request to the Office of Student Engagement.
Á LA MODE
The purpose of the organization shall be to encourage self expression through fashion by promoting a safe space to discuss various trends, tastes, and aesthetics. The club will also support a general devotion to sustainability by supporting various sustainable forms of buying, upcycling, and reusing clothing.
Primary Contact: Marley McFarland, Marley.McFarland@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Rich Brown, rbrown3@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham.alamode
Agape Christian Fellowship
The purpose of the organization shall be to promote the spiritual life and provide a faith-based community for the student body at Chatham University. Our purpose is to aid in Christian maturity, growth in interpersonal relationships, and to provide leadership opportunities.
Primary Contact: Bessy Tsai, bessy.tsai@chatham.edu
Advisor: Colleen Barrett, c.barrett@chatham.edu
Instagam: @agapechatham
Anime Club
The purpose of the organization shall be to connect students who like anime together and to enjoy, share, and learn about anime.
Primary Contact: Huilin Li, huilin.li@chatham.edu
Advisor: Shimul Chowdhury, s.chowdhury@chatham.edu
Asian Student Association (ASA)
The purpose of the organization is to represent the Asian and Asian-American community at Chatham University. The Asian Student Association seeks to represent and advocate for Asian, Pacific Islander, and Asian American interests.
Primary Contacts: Victoria Streeton, Victoria.Streeton@chatham.edu
Advisor: Ryan D’Souza, r.dsouza@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham_asa
Black Student Union (BSU)
We, the members of the Black Student Union, are dedicated to the education and empowerment of students of color while promoting cultural awareness, leadership, and service. We will strive to “Build Student Unity” on the campus of Chatham University and stress the importance of academia and real world experience to create a strong and multicultural world for all students.
Primary Contact: Maxwell Rollins, Maxwell.Rollins@Chatham.edu
Advisor: Toyaii Rutherford, t.rutherford@chatham.edu
Instagram: @blackchatu
Chatham Activities Board (CAB)
The purpose of the Chatham Activities Board shall be to promote the Chatham experience though campus traditions and late night and weekend events. In addition, the Chatham Activities Board will help other organizations affiliated with Chatham University to create, promote and run their programs.
Primary Contact: CAB@chatham.edu
Advisor: Simmone Bell, s.bell@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamstudentengagement
Chatham Christian Fellowship
Chatham Christian Fellowship is a community open to everyone where we strive to love God and all people, share the good news of Jesus, grow in our relationships with God and one another, and serve the community. CCF fosters learning about how to live out faith in every area of life. We do so through Bible study, social events, community engagement and service, conferences, leadership development opportunities, retreats, as well as involvement in local churches, the Chatham community, the Pittsburgh area, and our world
Primary Contact: Nora Rice, nora.rice@chatham.edu
Advisor: Jessica Stover, jstover@ccojubilee.org
Instagram: @chathamchristianfellowship
Chatham Marketing association
The purpose of the Chatham Marketing Association shall be: to foster scientific study and research in the field of marketing; to develop sound thinking in marketing theory and more exact knowledge and definition of marketing principles; to improve the methods and techniques of marketing research; to develop better public understanding and appreciation of marketing problems; to study and discuss legislation and judicial decisions regarding marketing; to improve marketing personnel; to record progress in marketing through the publication of outstanding papers; to encourage and uphold sound, honest practices, and to keep marketing operations on a high ethical plane; to promote friendly relations between students, faculty, and marketing professionals.
Primary Contact: Brooklyn Tomczak, brooklyn.tomczak@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Deborah Delong, ddelong@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathammarketingassociation
Chatham Students For GLOBAL LIBERATION
Chatham Students for Global Liberation is a student-led organization committed to uplifting liberation movements around the world through education, solidarity, and action. We believe that struggles for justice, whether in Palestine, Sudan, Congo, Haiti, or here in the U.S.—are interconnected and rooted in shared histories of colonialism, apartheid, white supremacy, and systemic oppression. By facilitating various fundraisers, volunteer work, Q&A’s with local activists, educational opportunities, and even collaborating with other student organizations, Students for Global Liberation aims to make a lasting impact on our Chatham community and our world.
Primary Contact: Gabrielle Pulizzi, Gabrielle.Pulizzi@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Jean-Jacques Ngor Sene, JSene@chatham.edu
Instagram: @cu_global_liberation
Checkmate united
The purpose of the organization shall be to bring those who love, like or wish to learn chess, together for various positive reasonings, including making friends and providing social opportunity, as well as to play chess.
Primary Contact: Kiki Chalupiak, k.chalupiak@chatham.edu
Advisor: Hannah Hepler, h.hepler@chatham.edu
Chemistry Club
The purpose of the organization shall be to afford an opportunity for students of a chemical science to become better acquainted to secure and intellectual stimulation that arises from professional association, to obtain experience in preparing and presenting technical material before chemical audiences, to foster a professional spirit among the member, to instill a professional pride in the chemical sciences, and to foster an awareness of the responsibilities and challenges of the modern chemist. Activities and programs sponsored by this organization will keep with the organization's stated objectives
Primary Contact: Elizabeth Long, elizabeth.long@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. William Pfalzgraff, w.pfalzgraff@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham.chemistry.club
Cold Case Club
The purpose of this organization is to assist Cold Case Investigation groups in reviewing cases from the past. This will be done by actively assisting law enforcement agencies as well as criminal justice and legal professionals, and families. After reviewing cases, the organization will draw any conclusions about the case material into a final report and make recommendations for law enforcement agencies on what to pursue next in the case. The organization will also seek to offer any new insight to details of the crime that may have been overlooked. Activities and programs sponsored by this organization will keep with the organization’s stated objectives.
Primary Contact: Gabrielle Pulizzi, gabrielle.pulizzi@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Christine Sarteschi, csarteschi@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham.coldcase
Communiqué
The purpose of the Communiqué is to inform and engage the Chatham University community through relevant, accurate, student-led journalism. Through its newspaper and website, (chathamcommunique.com), the organization covers campus news, sports, culture, and student opinions, reflects life at Chatham, and encourages thoughtful discussion across campus.
Primary Contact: Candice Borowitz, candice.borowitz@chatham.edu
Advisor: Sara Bauknecht, s.bauknecht@chatham.edu
Instagram: @communique_cu
Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity (COTAD)
The purpose of the Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity (COTAD) , shall be to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging within the occupational therapy profession. Through education, discussion, community engagement, and collaboration, COTAD shall strengthen students’ understanding of cultural humility and encourage advocacy for underserved and underrepresented populations. The organization shall support an inclusive learning environment and prepare students to become culturally responsive occupational therapy practitioners who advance equitable care.
Primary Contact: Riley Glasco, riley.glasco@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Jodi Schreiber, jschreiber1@chatham.edu
Instagram: @cotad.ch_chatham
Creative writing club
The purpose of the organization shall be to unite Chatham undergraduate writers to further the development of their creative writing skills, and to become a community of support and encouragement for writers.
Primary Contact: Joelle DeLucia, Joelle.Delucia@chatham.edu
Advisor: Sheila Squilllante, S.squillante@chatham.edu
Instagram - @chatham.creativewriting
Dance CLUB
The purpose of the organization shall be to provide a safe and welcoming place for people to dance, learn, and workshop their skills.
Primary Contact: Natera Turner, Natera.Turner@Chatham.edu
Advisor: Gino Vaccaro, GVaccaro@chatham.edu
Instagram - @chathamdanceclub
Delight
Delight seeks to establish a women’s community that grows together, serves together, learns together, and does life together while chasing the heart of God. Delight is intentional about learning from one another through stories and experiences while potentially discovering or continuing to grow in relationships with Christ. Delight exists to be a place where any Chatham collegiate woman can come and grow in relationships with others, ask difficult questions, and be part of a strong community of Christians and non-Christians alike. Delight provides an opportunity for the women of Chatham to explore their faith in a nonjudgmental and open environment. In addition, Delight will provide a variety of service opportunities each semester in order to help and engage Chatham’s campus and the local community. Delight hopes to equip the women of Chatham to give back through these service and fundraising activities.
Primary Contact: Paige Lorince, paige.lorince@chatham.edu
Advisor: Colleen Barrett, c.barrett@chatham.edu
Instagram: @delight_chatham
Drama Club
The purpose of the organization will be to produce theatrical works, as well as workshops, and to attend productions outside of Chatham University. Activities and programs sponsored by this organization will keep with the organization’s stated objectives. It has combined with Shadow Cast Comittee.
Primary Contact: Sadie Ohm, sadie.ohm@chatham.edu
Advisor: Rusty Thelin, r.thelin@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamudrama
Entrepreneurship club
The purpose of the organization shall be to support the entrepreneurial spirit for all students at Chatham University. The club is open to all students, in all disciplines, who have a desire to increase their understanding of entrepreneurial opportunities made possible through education, training and networking.
Primary Contact: Peyton Varrenti, Peyton.Varrenti@Chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. John Stakeley, j.stakeley@chatham.edu
Instagram- @chatham_entrepreneurshipclub
Exercise Science Club
The purpose of the organization shall be to bring current Exercise Science students together in a safe, and welcoming environment. The Exercise Science Club will also offer help to undergraduate students so they may learn about graduate programs and how to apply for graduate programs. The club will also present changes occurring in multiple Exercise Science fields. The organization will look at current and ongoing research in the field as well as work towards a research goal of their own.
Primary Contact: Emma Burnette-Vice, Emma.BurnetteVice@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Nolynn Sutherland, n.sutherland@chatham.edu
Instagram: @cuexsciclub
Fiber Arts Bunch
The purpose of the organization shall be to come together based on a shared interest in knitting and crocheting, to create projects to be donated to chosen places of need, and to create a fun environment for students to knit and crochet together.
Primary Contact: Liesl Allison, liesl.allison@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dani Pais, d.pais@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamfiberartsbunch
Girls inc.
The purpose of the organization shall be to provide undergraduate & graduate students at Chatham University with the opportunity to mentor young girls through Girls Inc. Of Greater Pittsburgh. The role of a mentor is to encourage young students of the Pittsburgh Education System to imagine a broader future through a curriculum, provided by Girls Inc., focused on female role models. Membership also provides members with the resources to gain leadership experience, grow self-confidence, and have a supportive community to prosper in.
Primary Contact: Mia Curler, mia.curler@chatham.edu
Advisor: Molly Kelly, m.kelly@chatham.edu
Instagram: @girlsinc.pgh_chatham
Iota Alpha rho Club (IARC)
The purpose of the organization shall be: “To inspire and enrich its members by promoting the value of interior design, while providing indispensable knowledge and experience that builds relationships.” Activities and programs sponsored by this organization will align with the organization’s stated objectives.
Primary Contact: Natalie Ondo,natalie.ondo@chatham.edu.
Advisor: Maureen Monhollen, M.Monhollen@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham_iarc
italian Culture Club
The Purpose of Italian Culture Club shall be to create a welcoming community where students can explore different aspects of Italy, including its food, language, history, traditions, music, art, regional cultures, and holidays. The club would also provide a space for students with Italian heritage to share their family traditions and experiences with others.
Primary Contact: Mia Curler, mia.curler@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. David Rossbach, DRossbach@chatham.edu
Jewish student association
The purpose of the Jewish Student Association shall be to serve the undergraduate Jewish community of Chatham University by promoting the expression of Jewish identity and involvement in Jewish life on campus. The Jewish Student Association will offer safe and welcoming opportunities for the learning and growth of persons sympathetic towards Jewish values. The Jewish Student Association encourages students to find meaning in Judaism and to develop their own Jewish identities. Committed to a pluralistic experience, the Jewish Student Association attempts to provide a comfortable environment across the halachic (Jewish law) spectrum.
Primary Contact: Sheaden Berkson, sheaden.berkson@chatham.edu
Advisor: Marc Nieson, mnieson@chatham.edu
Instagram: @jsa.chathamu
Latine student association
The purpose of the Latine Student Association shall be to amplify the voices of Latin American students on Chatham’s campus and help educate the campus community on the cultures of this student demographic.
Primary Contact: Dulce Lozano-Rea, Dulce.LozanoRea@chatham.edu
Advisor: Lou Martin, LMartin3@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamlsa
maBs charity group
The purpose of the organization shall be to serve the local community and raise funds/awareness for local organizations.
Primary Contact: Hannah Varghese, hannah.varghese@chatham.edu
Advisors: Dr. John Dube, Jdube@Chatham.edu & Dr. Jorge Sierra Fonseca, j.sierra@chatham.edu
martial arts CLUB
The purpose of the organization shall be to provide all students an opportunity to learn and practice martial arts.
Primary Contact: Luc Mariani, Luc.mariani@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Andy Ribner, a.ribner@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham_mma
Microbiology CLUB
The purpose of this student organization is to educate students on the microbes that live within and around us.
Primary Contact: Bee Rohrs, bailey.rohrs@chatham.edu
Advisor: Welkin Pope, w.pope@chatham.edu
MOTIVATION CLUB
The goal of this student organization is to inspire, support, and motivate students. We aim to create a positive environment where students can grow, connect, and explore new ideas.
Primary Contact: Marwa Rahim, Marwa.Rahim@chatham.edu
Advisor: Jordan Hooks, J.Hooks@chatham.edu
Instagram: @motivation_club_chathamu
MUSICAL Theater A Cappella
The purpose of the organization shall be to provide an inclusive and welcoming space for students of all experience levels to explore and participate in musical theater. The organization aims to build confidence, creativity, performance skills, and community through singing, acting, dancing, choreography, character work, rehearsals, performances, and other theater-related activities.
Primary Contact: Serdius Lawrence, serdius.lawrence@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Kristin Harty, Kharty@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham_acappella
Outdoor Adventure
The Purpose of Outdoor adventure shall be to encourage students to get outside, try new outdoor activities, and appreciate nature.
Primary Contact: Elizabeth Bablak , elizabeth.bablak@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Ryan Utz , rutz@chatham.edu
phi theta epsilon
Phi Theta Epsilon is the specialized national honor society for occupational therapy students and alumni.
Primary Contact: Katie Holler, katie.holler@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Diana Goodman, d.goodman@chatham.edu
Planned Parenthood Generation Action Chapter
The purpose of the organization shall be to provide resources and volunteer within the Chatham and Pittsburgh Community in regard to Reproductive and Health Care Rights. Activities and programs sponsored by this organization will stay within the organization’s stated objectives.
Primary Contact: Anisten Jackson, anisten.jackson@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Jessie Ramey, jramey@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham.ppgen
Pre-OT Club
The purpose of the organization shall be: provide a mentorship to current undergraduate students expressing a desire to learn about and/or apply to the MOT program at Chatham. As such, members of the club will provide an opportunity for Chatham undergraduates to interact with graduate students and provide information about the occupational therapy graduate program. Being a member of the Pre-OT club does not guarantee admission into the master of Occupational Therapy Program.
Primary Contact: Madison Morrin, madison.morrin@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Angela Karpieniak, a.karpieniak@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham_preotclub
Pre-PA Club
The purpose of the organization shall be to provide information and experience in the health profession, focusing on the Physician Assistant profession. Activities and programs sponsored by this organization will keep with the organization’s stated objectives.
Primary Contact: Sheaden Berkson, sheaden.berkson@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Shuo Li, s.li@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamprepaclub
Queer student alliance
Chatham QSA strives to create an open and welcoming environment to all students on campus, with a focus on our LGBTQIA+ students. Each meeting, we learn about and discuss a new part of queer history and culture with an open invitation to everyone on campus. These discussions are led by members of the Queer Community. QSA also serves as a place for students to find a safe community to be their full, comfortable selves in.
Primary Contact: Lani Casto, lani.casto@chatham.edu
Advisor: Ali Hoefnagel, a.hoefnagel@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamu_qsa
rea CoffeeHouse Committee
The purpose of the organization shall be to curate musical performances on campus to provide musicians the opportunity to embrace their passion.
Primary Contact: Olivia Martin, olivia.martin@chatham.edu & Ava Daugherty, ava.daugherty@chatham.edu
Advisor: Adam Lee, a.lee.2@chatham.edu
Instagram: @reacoffeehousepgh
RUN CLUB
The purpose of the organization shall be to establish a low commitment and fun running community.
Primary Contact: Michael Hull, Michael.Hull@Chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Michael Boyd, MBoyd@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham.runclub
Sigma Tau Delta
The purpose of the organization as defined by the Sigma Tau Delta code shall strive to confer distinction for high achievement in English language and literature in undergraduate, graduate and professional studies; provide cultural stimulation on college campuses and promote interest in literature and the English language in surrounding communities; foster all aspects of the discipline of English, including literature, language and writing; promote exemplary character and good fellowship among its members; exhibit high standards of academic excellence; and serve society by fostering literacy.
Primary Contact: Remmy Goyette, remmy.goyette@chatham.edu
Advisor: Allie Reznick, A.Reznik@chatham.edu
Instagram: @sigmataudelta_adl
social work club
Primary Contact: Mia Curler, mia.curler@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Erica Maloney, e.maloney@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamswkc
SOCIETY FOR ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION
The purpose of this organization is to improve the biodiversity of the Eden Hall Campus through control of invasive species and ecological restoration and replacing the invasive plants with native ones that provide similar ecological functions. The club will grow native plants to implement in restoration projects.
Primary Contact: Makayla McShane, Makayla.McShane@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Ryan Utz, rutz@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham_ser
Splashing Seals
The purpose of the organization shall be to socialize and have an enjoyable workout.
Primary Contact: Diana Devere, Diana.Devere@chatham.edu
Advisor: Danielle Pais, d.pais@chatham.edu
Instagram: @splashing.seals
STUDENT ARTIST COLLECTIVE
The Purpose of Student Artist Collective shall be to bring together students of all disciplines in a welcoming space to create art, exchange ideas, and grow as artists. Through weekly meetings, members can share their work, offer constructive critique, and learn from one another’s creative experiences. The collective will also host monthly art-related events and annual Pumpkin Carving event, to encourage creative expression and connect the campus community through art.
Primary Contact: Andrei Arboleda ,lindonandre.arboleda@chatham.edu
Advisor: James Louks, J.Louks@Chatham.edu
Student occupational therapy association (sota)
The purpose of the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) is to advance awareness and understanding of the occupational therapy profession within Chatham University and surrounding local, state, and national communities. SOTA promotes professional advocacy, leadership development, and service through fundraising, educational programming, and community engagement.
Primary Contact: Emily Bement, Emily.Bement@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Megan Barricklow, m.barricklow@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham_ot
Tabletop Gaming Club
The purpose of the organization shall be to bring those who love, like or wish to learn tabletop games, together for various positive reasonings, including making friends and providing social opportunity, as well as to play those games.
Primary Contact: Mark Burnell, mark.burnell@chatham.edu
Advisor: Hunter Dyar, h.dyar@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamtabletopgamingclub
Technicougar: Film Club
The purpose of the organization shall be to uplift student voices through watching, creating, and conversing about films. Club members will attend film events and participate in film contests and festivals. Club members will collaborate on projects and have opportunities to learn about the art of film through hands-on film shoots, technical practice, and regular discussion.
Primary Contact: Molly Green, molly.green@chatham.edu
Advisor: Kristen Schaeffer, kshaeffer@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamfilmclub
tennis club
The Purpose of Tennis shall be to provide a fun, welcoming environment where Chatham students of all skill levels can play tennis, develop their skills, and connect with others. Through a shared interest in the sport, the club aims to build a sense of community within Chatham and beyond.
Primary Contact: Esther Henteleff , esther.henteleff@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dani Pais, d.pais@chatham.edu
Instagram: @chatham.tennisclub
TRIBeta Biological Honor Society
The Purpose of TriBeta Biological Honor Society shall be to function as an honor and professional society for students of the biological sciences. Its activities shall be designed to stimulate interest, scholarly attainment, and investigation in the biological sciences, and to promote the dissemination of information and new interpretations among students of the life sciences. Activities and programs sponsored by this organization will keep with the organization’s stated objectives.
Primary Contact: Jessica Ross, jessica.ross@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. John Dube, Jdube@Chatham.edu
Instagram: @chathamtribeta
TRIota Honor’s Society
The Purpose of Triota Honor’s Society shall be to support scholarship, academic excellence, and activism in women’s and gender studies at Chatham University. It aims to build a feminist community, encourage personal growth, and raise awareness of how gender, race, class, sexuality, and other aspects of identity intersect and shape people’s experiences.
Primary Contact: Olivia Rossi , olivia.rossi@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Jessie Ramey, jramey@chatham.edu
Instagram: @cutriota
Zumba
The Purpose of Zumba shall be to provide a welcoming space for students to learn dance, express themselves through Zumba, and stay active. Through weekly meetings during the fall and spring semesters, members can explore the cultural influences behind Zumba, build confidence, and connect with others through movement.
Primary Contact: Jessica Ross, jessica.ross@chatham.edu
Advisor: Dr. Kristin Harty, kharty@chatham.edu
Instagram: @cuzumbaclub