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
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.
Make your Reunion gift today!
Your philanthropy is helping to propel Simmons forward to benefit the next generation of students and has a profound impact across campus. Now is the perfect time to make your move, make it count, and support Simmons.
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.
Reunion Hotline
Alumnae/i features
Communications Alumna Finds Her Place in the Sports Industry
Laura Doran ’09 has made her career in sports. Now a member of the Advisory Board for the business and leadership in women’s sports concentration, Doran shares how Simmons can prepare students to enter this growing field.
Dual Degree Alumnus Found His Voice at Simmons
Alec Chunn '15MA/MS reflects on how the Children's Literature & Library Science dual degree has informed his work as a reviewer of children's literature, a jurist for literary prizes, and a Youth Librarian at Multnomah County Library in Portland, Oregon.
Nursing Alumna Reflects on Impact of Art and Music
Roberta Holder-Mosley ’73 shares reflections on her long career in nursing, midwifery, and public service, as well as how art history, poetry, and Glee Club added richness to her Simmons experience.
SLIS Alumna Honored with ‘I Love My Librarian’ Award
Joanne Doucette ’01MS is a 2026 honoree of the "I Love My Librarian" Award. She is one of ten honorees selected from more than 1,300 nominations from library users nationwide.
Double Shark in Behavior Analysis Examines Microaggressions
Amy Maladore ’16MS ’25PhD earned her master’s and PhD in behavior analysis from Simmons, and her research explores the use of behavior analytic concepts to increase recognition of racist behavior. We spoke to Maladore about what brought her to study behavior analysis at Simmons.
Alumna Author Talks Writing Process and Guiding Students
Jo Knowles ’92, ’95MA graduated from Simmons with a bachelor’s degree in English with a concentration in writing and returned to Simmons for her master’s degree in children’s literature. While teaching at a low-residency MFA program, Knowles continues to write young adult fiction.
Finding Inspiration in Taiwan’s Night Markets
Children’s Literature and Writing for Children graduate Emily Sun Li ’24MA/MFA reflects on her road to becoming a published author and how Simmons supported her career path.
Nutrition Student Featured in WCVB News
Master of nutrition and dietetics student Charlotte Hogan ’26MS was featured in the Chronicle (WCVB-TV channel 5) for a segment about eating disorders. Hogan, a former competitive swimmer who is training for the Boston Marathon, shared her full-circle recovery story.
Upcoming Alumnae/i Events
Nurses Leading Nurses: Mentorship Across Generations
- May 9, 2026
- 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Simmons University
