Alumnae/i Events
The Office of Advancement and Alumnae/i Relations produces events and programs that connect alumnae/i to Simmons and to one another.
Connecting alumnae/i to Simmons and to one another.
Programs tackle timely topics addressing the needs and interests of alumnae/i while showcasing initiatives of the University.
See below for upcoming, featured, and recent alumnae/i events, as well as recent Alumnae/i featured in Simmons News.
Upcoming Alumnae/i Events
Western PA Alumnae/i Pressed Flower Candle & Jar Workshop
- Oct 24, 2026
- 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
- Approximately 20 minutes’ drive north of Pittsburgh (exact address sent upon RSVP)
Featured Alumnae/i Events
Reunion
Reunion 2026 will take place June 6, 2026 so be sure to save the date.
Elizabeth B. Rawlins ’67MSEd, ’03HD Symposium
Held every five years, the Elizabeth B. Rawlins ’67MSEd, ’03HD Symposium (formerly the Black Alumnae/i Symposium) features rich, alumnae/i-driven programs, workshops, panels and receptions.
Alumnae/i in the News
Alumna Supports Children with Behavior Analysis
Behavioral analysis alumna Gerali Mateo Peña ’26MS is passionate about working with children and individuals with disabilities. We spoke with her about her research and the rigorous training received at Simmons.
Prison Libraries as Essential Resource
School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) doctoral student Chelsea Jordan-Makely ’29PhD is one of three recipients of the Julie J. Boucher Memorial Award for Intellectual Freedom from the Colorado Association of Libraries, for their work on the PRISM Project. We spoke to Jordan-Makely about what drew her to this research and what inspired her to pursue her PhD in Library and Information Science at Simmons.
SOM Alumna Runs for Political Office
School of Management (SOM) alumna Tammy Caputi ’99MBA is a mother, small business owner, and former City Councilwoman who is running for a state representative position in Arizona. We spoke with her about her political platform and the value of a women-centered learning environment.
SLIS Alumna Bridges Archives and Science Fiction
Temple University librarian Katy Rawdon ’97MS recently co-authored a book that brings together science fiction and the central role of archivists. We spoke with her about the book and the essential training she received at Simmons School of Library Science.
Building a Career in Clinical Mental Health
Rachel Cohan ’25MSW is a master’s level clinician at Elevate Counseling Services, a private practice group with several Massachusetts locations. Based in the Easton office, Cohan collaborates with clients to create and carry out treatment plans informed by their goals.
Inside Simmons’ Data Science and AI Major
Data science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are everywhere — what does it mean to major in these areas, as an undergraduate? We spoke with a professor and graduate of Simmons’ Bachelor of Science in Data Science and AI to learn more about what the degree entails, and how it prepares students to enter a rapidly growing field.
SLIS Alumna Views Librarians as ‘Informal’ Educators
Sarah Leveille ’26MS is the reference librarian for the Grafton Public Library in Grafton, Massachusetts. We spoke with her about the essential education she received from Simmons SLIS, the LibGuides she created, and the joys of librarianship.
SLIS Alums Elected to NELA Executive Board
Kate Byroade ’98MS and Meghan Cericola ’20MS have been elected to serve as officers on the Executive Board of the New England Library Association (NELA).