Simmons Alumnae/i Referral Program For Graduate Students
We all have a relative, friend, acquaintance, or colleague who we know would benefit from a graduate degree at Simmons. We want to help make that a reality by offering a $500 referral scholarship* for any enrolling student who is nominated by a Simmons alum. Fill out the Simmons Alumnae/i Referral Form and if the person you nominated enrolls, they will receive the $500 Simmons Friend Scholarship.
- Nominate a potential Simmons graduate student by filling out the form.
- If the person you nominate enrolls**, they will receive a $500 award during their first term*** at Simmons.
* The Simmons Friend Scholarship is currently available for the 2023-2024 academic year. Scholarships are subject to change and restrictions may apply. Students enrolled in partnership/employer programs are not eligible to receive the Simmons Friend Scholarship.
** Students may be nominated by multiple Simmons alums, but are limited to one $500 award. Simmons alums are not eligible to refer themselves.
*** The referral form must be completed prior to the incoming graduate student’s first term. The scholarship cannot be applied retroactively.
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Upcoming Alumnae/i Events
An Evening of Leadership, Philanthropy, and Fashion: The Power of the Purse
- Nov 17, 2026
- 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
- Linda K. Paresky Conference Center
Alumnae/i Gathering in Worcester
- Dec 16, 2026
- 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
- American Flatbread Worcester (85 Green Street, Worcester, MA)
Alumnae/i features
Double Shark Alumna Bridges Public Health and Advocacy
Haleigh St.Hilaire ’24, ’26MPH is a communications and public policy specialist at the Children’s League of Massachusetts. We spoke with her about her passion for child advocacy and the pivotal mentorship she received at Simmons.
Alumna Helps Celebrate 30 Years of Arthur on GBH
Stacy Collins '16MA/MS, a graduate of the Dual Degree in Children's Literature (MA) & Library Science (MS), has created materials for a 30-Day Reading Challenge in honor of the 30th anniversary of the GBH animated series Arthur, based on Marc Brown’s books.
Passing the Baton: A Simmons Story Comes Full Circle
More than 50 years after Simmons helped shape her own path, Leslie Morris ’75 has come full circle, mentoring Sasha Oglesby ’29 from Camden, NJ, who followed in her footsteps to Simmons. Oglesby is now finding her own path at the University, carrying forward Morris’s belief in the power of mentorship, opportunity, and giving back.
Building a Punk Community Archive
Lauren Posklensky ’26MS combines her Master of Science in Library and Information Science research with her interest in punk music, and the independent, DIY community it fosters.
SLIS Alumna on Horror, History, and Women with Swords
In the spirit of spooky season, we caught up with Kylie Lee Baker ’22MS on her life long ties to horror fiction. Baker's most recent novel, JAPANESE GOTHIC (Hanover Square Press, 2026), was praised by Publisher's Weekly: "It's as gruesome as it is un-put-downable."
DNP-FNP Graduate Discusses Clinical Experience and Pursuing a PMHNP
Alisa Ssuyu Lin ’22MSN ’25DNP completed the Direct Entry Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP) at Simmons University and began the Post-Graduate Certificate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN/PGC PMHNP) last fall.
From the Field to the Family Business
Carole Collins Alexander ’83 reflects on her time at Simmons and why attending a women's college was the right choice for her and how women's sports have changed during her career.
History Alumna Researches Lesbian Communities in the South
Transfer student and Dix Scholar Brianna Fischer ’26 received Simmons University’s Clio Award, a special recognition for an outstanding student pursuing a bachelor of arts degree in history. We spoke with her about her historical research and the stimulating atmosphere at Simmons.