Reunion

At Simmons, Reunion is an annual event that brings alumnae/i together to build and celebrate community among our alumnae/i, increase pride for Simmons today, promote Simmons for the next generation, support life-long learning, and raise funds to support Simmons’ mission and our students’ success. It’s an opportunity to reminisce and reflect on your Simmons experience while creating meaningful connections.

Reunion 2026 - Saturday, June 6, 2026. Save the Date!

Reunion 2026: Saturday, June 6

We invite you to join us at this year's Reunion for an opportunity to reflect on your time at Simmons, reconnect with your alumnae/i community, and reignite your passion for our incredible institution. All are welcome to attend, with a special celebration for the classes ending in 1s and 6s! Connect with classmates and other alumnae/i - and experience Simmons today.

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Office of Advancement

The Office of Advancement dedicates itself to building and sustaining relationships with alumnae/i, families, and friends through engagement, giving, volunteering, attending and connecting.

Alumnae/i features

Croissants on a bakery tray. Photograph by Conor Brown, courtesy of Unsplash.

Nutrition Alumna’s New Bakery Featured in The Boston Globe

Janet Lu ’22MS, who studied nutrition at Simmons, recently opened Fuful Bakery in Boston’s financial district.


Pura Vida I, painting by Dr. Sara McKenzie '93MBA, inspired by a trip to Costa Rica.

SOM Alumna Embraces Creativity in STEM, Business, and Art

Dr. Sara McKenzie ’93MBA has carved her niche in STEM, project management, and the arts. We spoke with her about her scientific career, her art-making process, and the formative training she received at Simmons.


Lydje Lahens ’19MPH

MPH Alum Receives APHA Learning Bridge Award

Bridges to Health, Inc., a community-based organization founded by Lydje Lahens ’19MPH, has been selected for the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) Building Bridges Learning – Community Learning Bridge Award.


A collage of children's book covers

The Transformative Power of Children’s Literature

Cassie Sheets-Kavanagh ’18MA, who earned her master of arts in children’s literature at Simmons, is pursuing a PhD in curriculum, instruction, and teacher education at Michigan State University.


A collection if ingredients on the counter in the Simmons Nutrition Lab

Alumna Consults on Nutritional Goals

In recognition of National Nutrition Month, we spoke to Registered Dietitian and Food Allergy Specialist Lisa Cooperman ’23MS, who offers insight into the vital field of food allergy and developmental disability nutrition.


The Nantucket Atheneum

SLIS Graduate Named Director of Nantucket Atheneum

The Nantucket Atheneum is not only the island’s public library, but also the home of historic research and art collections. For Leslie Malcolm ’05MS, the Atheneum’s newest executive director and head librarian, her journey there began with service.


Simmons School of Nursing students and faculty in the Nursing Simulation Center, photograph by Ashley Purvis.

SON Alumna Makes Impact in Pediatric Neurology

Beverly Byron ’75, is currently the co-chair of the Montgomery County (Maryland) Department of Health and Human Services’ Child Fatality Review Team. She is a longtime nurse educator and legal nurse consultant who double majored in nursing and sociology at Simmons.


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Alumna Brings Behavior Analysis Insights to Education

Megan Breault ’13MS ’25PhD is a graduate of the Simmons University Master of Science in Behavior Analysis and Phd in Behavior Analysis. Breault presented her dissertation research at the Contemporary Developments in Behavior Analysis Virtual Conference, hosted by Simmons’ Department of Behavior Analysis in January 2026.


Upcoming Alumnae/i Events

Jane Buyers '81, HT, Lynn Perry Wooten, Maureen Flores

Alumnae/i Regional Gathering in Florida: Amelia Island

  • Mar 23, 2026
  • 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
  • Amelia Island, Florida
2025 Presidential Tea and Panel

A Presidential Panel and Alumnae/i Tea in Celebration of Women's College Education

  • Apr 12, 2026
  • 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
  • Linda K. Paresky Conference Center (A-310)