Campus Activities

Outside of the classroom, there's no shortage of ways to meet other students, pursue outside interests, and enjoy yourself at Chatham.

Campus Events Calendar

View our campus events calendar for a complete list of upcoming events at Chatham University.

Clubs & Organizations

There are currently over 50 student organizations at Chatham that bolster student life through leadership opportunities, hosting on-campus events, and organizing to create meaningful change within our community.

Chatham students in Carriage House on a Marvelous Monday

Marvelous Mondays

Marvelous Mondays with the Office of Student Engagement bring fun and freshness to the often-labeled "worst day of the week." If you're looking for a noontime craft, treat, or tarot pull to help you relax and find joy in the new week, we invite you to visit the Carriage House every Monday between 12:00 and 2:00 p.m.

Chatham students posing for a selfie in Rea Coffeehouse

Events & Traditions

Chatham has a rich history steeped in campus traditions and dozens of events every term. Click the button below to learn more about some of the traditions most beloved by students, faculty, and staff.

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Photo of a Chatham University student posing outside with her mom and brother on family weekend.

Homecoming Weekend

Each fall term, the Chatham community comes together to celebrate our Homecoming Weekend. Join us for an unforgettable celebration as we bring together alumni, students, faculty, staff, friends, and family to celebrate the Chatham community!

Cougar Athletics

麻豆淫院 home to the Cougars, with 24 athletics teams for women and men to compete at an NCAA DIII level.

Leadership & Civic Engagement

The Office of Student Engagement at Chatham University offers numerous opportunities for students to enhance their leadership skills and positively impact the local community.

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Chatham Choir

Indulge your love of singing by joining Chatham’s Choir, open to all undergraduate and graduate students. Participants perform a repertoire of sacred, secular, new age, musical theatre, jazz, and contemporary music.

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Instrumental Ensembles

Musicians of all levels of expertise are invited to play music in Chatham's string and band ensembles, including the athletic pep band.

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Campus Activities & Student Life

Two Chatham students smile and pose for a photo on the Quad

Chatham Communique members pose for a photo on Shadyside Campus

Chatham Choir singing at a concert in Pittsburgh

Megan Poff '26, Madison Long '26, and Samantha Schury '25 kayak on the lake at Keystone State Park

Two Chatham students walking on Shadyside Campus in Pittsburgh