Elms College announces acclaimed CEO and philanthropist as commencement speaker on May 16
Published on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 as a News StoryElms College will welcome global business leader, author, and philanthropist James “Jim” Keyes as the keynote speaker for its 95th Commencement Exercises on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Read more
Elms College Welcomes Hampshire College Students with Transfer Pathways, Financial Support, and a Strong Sense of Community
Published on Friday, April 17, 2026 as a News StoryIn light of the recent closure of Hampshire College, Elms College is offering dedicated transfer pathways and strong financial support, including a $5,000 Hampshire College Grant. The administration, faculty, and staff of Elms College extend a warm and supportive welcome to Hampshire College students seeking a supportive community and a clear path to completing their educational journeys. Read more
Elms College to Showcase Student Internships on Friday, May 1
Published on Friday, April 10, 2026 as a News StoryElms College students will showcase their real-world experiences gained through internships, research, service work, and travel opportunities at the annual Experiential Learning Showcase on Friday, May 1, 2026. Students participate in these experiences through The Elms Experiential Learning Pathway, which is designed to deepen learning through real-world experiences. Read more
Elms College and Partners Unite to Address Community Inequities
Published on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 as a News StoryElms College is proud to partner with local leaders, organizations, and residents in the newly launched Advancing Chicopee Together (ACT) coalition, a community-driven initiative dedicated to building a healthier, more equitable Chicopee. The coalition, introduced at a launch event on Feb. 27, aims to tackle pressing health challenges—including limited access to nutritious food and maternal care—by fostering collaboration, education, and resource-sharing across the city and surrounding region.Read The Reminder Article HereThe Reminder March 4, 2026 Read more
Vatican journalist to share with Elms College an Insider’s View of the Election of Pope Leo XIV
Published on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 as a News StoryElms College will welcome Christopher White, a renowned Vatican journalist and author of one of the first biographies of Pope Leo XIV, to campus. White will be the keynote speaker for the Reverend Hugh Crean Distinguished Lecture & the Sister Mary Dooley Lecture, which will be combined this year and take place on Thursday, March 19. Read more
Elms College Partners with Haiti to Train Educators
Published on Friday, February 27, 2026 as a News StoryElms College and the State University of Haiti launch a new continuing education program, fostering international collaboration and expanding learning opportunities for students and professionals.Read the article here: https://www.nepm.org/regional-news/2026-02-27/elms-college-partners-with-state-university-of-haiti-for-continuing-education-programNEPM • February 27, 2026 Read more
Sankofa in Action: Elms College Gathers Generations to Reflect and Reclaim History
Published on Friday, February 20, 2026 as a News StoryThis year, the Back Experience Summit focused on the principle of Sankofa, a term derived from a tribe in Ghana that describes the practice of looking back at the past in order to move forward. Read the WWLP articleWWLP • February 20, 2026 Read more
Dr. Dumay Discusses Black Experience Summit on New England Public Media’s “Fabulous 413”
Published on Thursday, February 19, 2026 as a News StoryDr. Dumay was interviewed about the Black Experience Summit. Listen here!:NEPM • February 19, 2026 Read more
Elms College and the Catholic Diocese of Springfield to Host Symposium on End-of-Life Care (Canceled)
Published on Monday, February 9, 2026 as a News StoryThis event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience. Read more
Elms College to Host 9th Annual Black Experience Summit to Celebrate 100 Years of Black History Month
Published on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 as a News StoryIn recognition of the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, Elms College will host its 9th Annual Black Experience Summit on Friday, February 20, 2026, continuing the college’s long-standing commitment to celebrating Black voices, having critical academic discussions, and community building. Read more
