MIT Leader to speak at Elms College’s 94th Commencement May 17
Published on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 as a News StoryElms College is pleased to announce globally recognized MIT materials scientist Christine Ortiz, Ph.D., as the keynote speaker at the 94th commencement. The college will also honor Paul M. Stelzer, outgoing Board Chair and retired President and CEO of Appleton Corporation, and Deborah Vo, an alumna and distinguished community development leader in Alaska, with honorary degrees. Read more
Elms College Alumnus Joel Rivas Honored as Best Leader at Holyoke Medical Center
Published on Friday, April 11, 2025 as a News StoryJoel Rivas MBA, BSN, RN, a double graduate of Elms College, has been recognized for his outstanding leadership in healthcare. Joel was recently awarded the prestigious Gold Level ACE Award for Best Leader at Holyoke Medical Center. Read more

Elms Students Compete in Regional DataFest Competition
Published on Monday, April 7, 2025 as a News StoryElms students Mayeul Geffroy, Alistair Hoffman-Ovens, Stephanie Mildner, and Stephon Ridley represented Elms College at DataFest 2025. DataFest is a 3-day competition that brings students together to gain real-world experience in data analysis. The goal of this program is to allow students to expand their data analysis skills and collaborate with other students with similar interests from around the region. Read more
Elms College’s Center for Equity in Urban Education to Celebrate 5th Anniversary
Published on Thursday, April 3, 2025 as a News StoryElms College’s Center for Equity in Urban Education (CEUE) celebrates its five-year anniversary on Wednesday, April 16, with a special event dedicated to reflection, growth, and successful outcomes. Titled Harambee: Cultivating an Equitable and Just Educational Future, it will highlight the CEUE’s achievements and ongoing commitment to fostering equity in education. Read more
Elms College to Host Annual Experiential Learning Showcase May 2
Published on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 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 2, 2025. Read more

CEUE To Host Culturally Responsive Teaching and Leading Series
Published on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 as a News StoryThe Center for Equity in Urban Education (CEUE) at Elms College will host a three-part virtual workshop series, Culturally Responsive Teaching and Leading Professional Learning Series. The sessions will explore strategies to foster identity-affirming spaces, support intersectional identity awareness and engage in deep dialogue on culturally responsive education. Read more

Elms College’s Betty Hukowicz honored with Boston Celtics ‘Heros Among Us’ Award for Her Advocacy Work for Cystic Fibrosis
Published on Monday, March 10, 2025 as a News StoryElms College Dean of Student Success and Professor of Education, Elizabeth “Betty” Hukowicz has been honored with the prestigious Hero Among Us award from the Boston Celtics. This award recognizes those who are making significant contributions to their communities, and Betty has been awarded this award for her dedication and advocacy work for those affected by cystic fibrosis (CF). Read more

Elms College Presents 6th Annual Rev. Hugh Crean Lecture
Published on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 as a News StoryCollege of Our Lady of the Elms and the St. Augustine Center for Ethics, Religion, and Culture will present the 6th annual Rev. Hugh F. Crean Distinguished Lecture in Catholic Thought. Read more
Elms College Welcomes Students from the University of Kochi in Japan to Campus
Published on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 as a News StoryElms College is thrilled to welcome students from the University of Kochi in Japan for their two-week stay in the US! This longstanding partnership, which began in 1998, continues to foster cultural exchange and global connections. Read more

Elms College Nursing Students Honored at Pinning Ceremony
Published on Friday, February 14, 2025 as a News StoryThis past December, Elms College proudly celebrated the achievements of dedicated nursing students in the Master of Science in Nursing and RN-BSN programs during their pinning ceremony. This milestone marks their commitment to excellence in healthcare and the culmination of their hard work and dedication. Read more






