Harvard Extension Alumni Association

Today, the HEAA Reunion took place in the beautiful David Rubenstein Treehouse at Harvard University! With incredible presentations by 4 HEAA members selected for the Reunion Symposium: Colby Jones ALM '25 "Beyond Burnout: The Systematic Breakdown of Human Functioning in an Age of Overload, Automation, and Unrelenting Demand," Patrick Collins Apel ALM '95 "Combatting the Opioid Epidemic- A View from the Inside," Ekaterina Kostioukhina ALM '21 "Hiberia: A Leadership Platform Advancing Human Hibernation for Earth and Space," Maria Ortega ALB '15, ALM '20 "Kaiaulu Communication: Rethinking Disaster Response in Lahaina." Here are some snap shots of the day!

We are thrilled to announce the 2026 Harvard Extension School Alumni Commencement Speaker, Martina Colombo CSS '04 🎓

As Commencement Day fast approaches read this heart warming story about Rosie Rines who will be crossing the stage next week at 79. Read more:

Graduating at 79 — with her daughters cheering her on— Harvard Gazette After decades of fits and starts, Rosie Rines is finally realizing the college dream she wished for her mother and urged for her kids.

Success does not have to come at the expense of your well being. In this inspiring TEDx talk, Erika, ALM Psychology ’25, shares how we can reduce stress, rethink achievement, and embrace the art of “even achieving” without sacrificing success.

Drawing from her background as a speaker, consultant, and founder of a million dollar training company, Erika combines research, personal experience, and practical insight to challenge the way we define accomplishment and motivation.

Watch her incredible Ted Talk: https://bit.ly/4nn68S5

Congratulations to the newly elected members of the HEAA Board of Directors! We are excited to welcome this outstanding group of leaders and look forward to their contributions to the HEAA community. Learn more about the newly elected board members: https://alumni.extension.harvard.edu/about-us/board-of-directors/heaa-election/

Thanks to all the HEAA community members who came out for the HEAA Midwest Columbus Social Hour! The evening was filled with great conversations, new connections, and plenty of memorable moments. Take a look back at some special highlights from the event.

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First signs of buds and blooms at Lowell House ☀️🌿🌸

Gorgeous view over the Charles 💐

Spring sundowns over the Charles 🌅