Chatham University Archives

Pittsburgh’s first ecovillage moves forward with four units sold. Tour the site on Sunday

The Rachel Carson EcoVillage is based on the idea of intentional community, and is designed collectively by its residents for sustainability and a balance between privacy and public common space.

14 Jul 2020

Planning begins for Pittsburgh’s first ecovillage, at Chatham’s Eden Hall campus

An ecovillage, also known as cohousing, is for those who "who want to live more lightly on the Earth."

23 Jan 2020

These 4 Pittsburgh women are making STEM careers inclusive for all

From coding to robotics, these entrepreneurs are leveling the playing field for women in tech through workshops, coaching and support networks.

26 Mar 2018

Chatham’s CRAFT offers (very cool) workshops with local food purveyors for public and students

Interested in upping your cooking skills? You can now sign up for a workshop on “Techniques in Trout” or making bread and sausage and assembling the perfect cheese plate. An upcoming two-part workshop will expl...

19 Feb 2018

NEXT Up: Talking sustainable growth, and chocolate making, with Chatham University President Dr. David Finegold

"I have not found any community throughout my career where all of the key actors — government, employers, foundations, nonprofits and other universities — are so open to working together to move the city forward."

13 Dec 2017