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College Announcements

Social Justice Center Announces Juneteenth Resource List

Taking time to celebrate, learn, and reflect upon the importance of Juneteenth is an important part of living in, and coping with, the vestiges of American slavery. Emerson is working to advance diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence across the College in alignment with the institutional mission, values, and strategic goals. Read more.

Presidential Search Update and Announcement of Interim President

As we continue our search for President Pelton’s successor, and as Emerson emerges stronger than ever from one of the most challenging times in our 141-year history, the Board of Trustees remains committed to providing strategic leadership, stability, and support to maintain the College’s institutional health during the transition. Read more.
College News

Emerson Celebrates Pride Month with Slew of Events, New Pride Fund

Emerson is celebrating Pride this year by offering a number of virtual events, such as Drag Bingo, I'm Coming Out! Story Slam, and more. We have also created the Emerson Pride Fund, a new fund that directly serves LGBTQIA+ students. Read more.

From Teenage Fan to GM: Howard ‘D’ Simpson Now Leading WERS

After 16 dedicated years as WERS’ General Manager, Jack Casey recently announced his retirement from the station. The new general manager is a familiar face and voice — Operations Manager Howard “D” Simpson ’94Read more. 

Comley, MA ’94 Named Board President of Drama League

Emerson College alumna and Board of Advisors member Bonnie Comley, MA ’94 was recently elected board president of The Drama League. Comley is the first Broadway producer to hold the position since the 1970s. Read more. 

Little Building Honored for Cutting-Edge Historic Preservation

Emerson was presented with a 2021 Preservation Award by the Boston Preservation Alliance (BPA) on Thursday, May 27, in recognition of the College’s innovative and historically sensitive renovation of the Little Building, completed in 2019. Read more. 
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Expression Magazine

Expression Online

The Spring issue of Expression magazine is now online! In this issue: Our feature story about how Emerson became the epicenter of American comedy; an interview with outgoing president Lee Pelton; a “behind the scenes” photo essay with students who worked on the EVVYs, and much more. Get it all right here.

Alumni Association Board Nominations

Do you know a fellow Emersonian who is a proven leader, has demonstrated commitment to Emerson and the college's alumni population, and is ready to serve in a leadership role? Please nominate them to serve on the Alumni Associaton's Board of Directors. This dynamic group of alumni works to support the vibrancy of the Emerson alumni community, and partners with college faculty, staff and students to support the college's mission. Nominations are open until July 1. Please send your submissions.
Events

Austin Alumni Happy Hour

Wednesday, June 16 | 7 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. CDT
Join fellow Emersonians to celebrate Pride and all our alumni connections. Wear your favorite purple, Emerson, or rainbow attire and come find us under the Emerson banner. This event is open to all alumni!
Register

Pride Month Events

Join us as we celebrate, empower, and support Emerson’s LGBTQIA+ Community this Pride. Throughout the month, the College is hosting a variety of virtual events, elevating the voices of LGBTQIA+ alumni, faculty, and staff. From panels and film screenings to Drag Bingo—there’s something for everyone!

June 15: Community Stories: A Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender-Expansive Seed Session and LGBTQ+ Org Meet-Up
June 21: Living in Our Truth: Being a BIPOC Queer Professional

Get your Pride events line-up at emerson.edu/pride
Professional and Career Development

The Emerge Mobile App is Here!

Now you can connect with fellow Emersonians on the go, with the new Emerge mobile app! Available exclusively in the community via your mobile device: emerge.emerson.edu 
Questions? Email emerge@emerson.edu.
Supporting Emerson Students
Being Prideful in my queer identity means that I get to just let down my walls of being scared of being different, and I am going to live in this world where I’m different, I’m accepting that, and I am loving of myself.” -Anania '22
Hear Anania's full story.
For so many of our current students and alumni, Emerson represents the beginning of their Pride experience; it’s the place where they found their voices and found themselves. Visit our Pride Campaign site to learn how you can support LGBTQIA+ students, programs and organizations by giving to the Emerson Pride Fund.
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