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

Mik Hamilton '24MS ‘24MA

Sharing the Untold Stories at Queer History Boston

Mik Hamilton '24MS ‘24MA is the archivist at Queer History Boston, a community archive dedicated to collecting, preserving, and sharing the rich LGBTQ+ histories of Boston and New England. Hamilton shares how the dual degree in LIS: archives management and history at Simmons prepared them for a dream job just before graduation.


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Behavior Analysis Student Helps Children Reach Milestones

Josie Re ’26MS, a student in the Online Master of Behavior Analysis, shares what led her to the field, and her experience in an online classroom.


Olivia Panagiotou ’23

Alumna Finds Meaning in Intensive Care Nursing

Olivia Panagiotou ’23 shares how her siblings inspired her to study nursing at Simmons, and to explore career opportunities in intensive care nursing.


Rashid Aalisha Hagakore

Building Confidence to Lead in Online Degree Program

Simmons’ online degree completion program gave Rashida Alisha Hagakore ‘24 more than a degree in business — it transformed her career trajectory. Gaining confidence, leadership skills, and a new professional identity, she advanced into a supervisory role and now approaches her work with clarity, strategy, and purpose.


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Social Work Alum Advances Community Mental Health

Jordyn Hagar '23PhD reflects on how the Social Work PhD helped her successfully develop and disseminate her mental health awareness training program, Stronger Together, which is now accessible online.


Mishal Ali ’26

A Global Perspective on Nutrition

Recent graduate Mishal Ali '26 reflects on how learning home-cooked Pakistani cuisine informed her studies in nutrition and dietetics at Simmons.


Cathie Behrend ’70

Bridging Public Art and Public Service

Art history major Cathie Behrend ’70 recently received a Legacy Award from the 92nd Street Y in New York City. We spoke with her about receiving this honor, her love of art and public service, and her Simmons experience.


Two photos side by side: Jessica Chapel ’19MS and Katelyn Duncan ’16MS

SLIS Alumnae/i Named Movers & Shakers

Jessica Chapel ’19MS and Katelyn Duncan ’16MS were selected for the 2026 Movers & Shakers by Library Journal.


Upcoming Alumnae/i Events

Carnegie Museum

59th Carnegie International Tour with Simmons Alumnae/i

  • Jun 13, 2026
  • 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
  • Carnegie Museum of Art, 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
SLIS ALA Event 2026 Flyer

SLIS ALA Reception

  • Jun 27, 2026
  • 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Fatpour Tap Works – McCormick, 2206 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
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Simmons Alumnae/i Gathering on the North Shore

  • Jul 14, 2026
  • 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
  • The Poynt, 31 Water St Newburyport, Massachusetts 01950