University Marketing and Communications
By working together, our brand is stronger.
The University Marketing and Communications team (UComms) is a group of professionals who are passionate about showcasing the best of Simmons to the world. We are here to help you tell the impressive story of what's happening at Simmons to audiences on campus and beyond.
We work in three key areas: Branding and Creative Services, Storytelling and Communications, and Website and Digital Marketing.
The work we do is both collaborative and constantly changing. As your partner within the University, we will work closely with you to determine the best way to move your project forward. Because what matters most to us is the story you want to tell.
Resources and Services
Brand Guide
The Simmons brand is more than just a logo or color. It reflects our purpose: who we are and what we stand for. Explore the brand guide for guidelines, sample messaging, and more.
Social Media
The University Marketing and Communications team manages the main social media accounts for the University. Looking to develop a social media strategy for your school, department, or program? We can help!
Stormy the Shark
The costume for our Stormy the Shark mascot is available to check out. Learn the guidelines of using the costume as well as using Stormy as a brand icon.
Website
The Simmons websites (www.simmons.edu and internal.simmons.edu) are managed by the webteam in the Office of University Marketing and Communications. Need to update a page or add something new to a section of the site? We can help.
Internal Emails and Newsletters
Open communication between students, faculty, and staff is an integral part of creating an inclusive and cohesive community. The UComms team can help you get the word out about what is happening in your area through the community newsletter The Brief, or in a newsletter or emailing to an audience specific to your area.
Digital Signage
Digital signs allow for dynamic content updates, real-time information delivery, and targeted messaging direct to people in a certain location. The UComms team manages the digital signs on the Simmons campus. Templates are available to help you design your own sign to submit for display.
Submit a News Story Idea
Simmons News produced by the UComms team is shared across our website and social media channels. Have a great story idea? Let us know and we will work with you to find the best way to get the word out.
Tools, Templates, and Consent Forms
See the design templates page for more information.
- Business cards and letterhead (print)
- Digital letterhead template (Word)
- Digital letterhead template (Google Docs)
- Digital school-specific letterhead template (Word)
- Digital school-specific letterhead template (Google Docs)
- Presentation template (Google Slides)
- Presentation templates (Powerpoint)
- Phone and desktop backgrounds
- Zoom backgrounds
- Digital signage templates
- Image Consent Form (PDF)
- Image Consent Form (Digital)
- Merlin (Photos and Logos)
- Policy template (Word)
- Policy template (Google Docs)
Communications and Marketing Staff
Leadership
Kerri Brophy
Vice President, Chief Marketing, Enrollment, and Communications Officer
Laura Wareck
Associate Vice President of University Communications
Staff
Christina Appignani
Digital Content and Communications Specialist
Michael Correia
Senior Web Developer
Kathryn Dickason
Communications and Public Relations Specialist
Deb Garrity
Director of Digital Strategy
Alisa Libby
Communications Specialist
Mack MacKenzie
Marketing Coordinator
Alessandra Morgan
Director of Brand and Creative Services
Thu Nguyen
Enrollment Marketing and Communications Manager
Laura Pedulli
Digital Content Writer
Ashley Purvis
Multimedia Specialist
Office of University Marketing and Communications
The University Marketing and Communications team provides support to the Simmons community through external and internal promotion; website, digital communications and social media strategy; public affairs and media and government relations assistance; branding and creative services; and internal communications.