Chatham University’s Alumni Awards were established to honor the contributions and achievements of our alumni. Each year, the Alumni Association’s Awards Committee works to identify and research nominees, and the finalists are selected through a vote of the Alumni Association’s Board of Directors. View the 2025 honorees by clicking here.
The Distinguished Alumni Award is chosen by the Alumni Association Board and presented to an individual whose achievements represent the fulfillment of the mission of the University: Women’s Leadership, Sustainability & the Environment, Global Understanding, and Innovation & Research.
The William Trimble Beatty Volunteer Award is presented to an individual who has served Chatham as an outstanding volunteer.
The Young Alumni Awards are given annually to members of the alumni population whose achievements in their particular fields represent the fulfillment of the mission of the University within 15 years of graduating.
The Alumni Cornerstone Awards were established to recognize achievements and leadership of Chatham undergraduate alumni who demonstrate the essence of a Chatham education.
Jeanne Kowalski '90
Sigo Falk, Trustee
Christopher Barzak '10
Jessica "Jessie" Buckner '10
Stephanie Novosel '90
Pam Bradley '70
Jina O'Neill '05
Dr. Susan Alterton Hanson '65
Sandi DiMola, JD '75
Susannah "Suzy" Colt '80
Maryanne Yingst '80
Susan Salyards '85
Rebekah Heilman '00
Marita Garrett '15
