Salem State University Alumni Association and Foundation

“SSU Bold is truly a transformational and exciting project for our campus. It's been in the works for almost 20 years. In fact, I worked with President Harrington and President Meservey when I took this role, making sure that it was advanced, modernizing our campus while also unifying at campus.”
- President John D. Keenan

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We just wrapped Alumni and Friends Weekend 2026, and while we button up all of our final stats, we want to thank everyone who joined us, both near and far.

What was your favorite part of the weekend?

Are you coming to POMP26 tomorrow? Check out all the info you should know before you go.
🌦️We are aware of the possibilty of rain, so please dress accordingly! We'll have some ponchos available and, if necessary, we'll move the party indoors to Marsh Dining Commons!

We're excited to kick off today!
Check out our Salem State '76 Cruise playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2lPCilk4aaFof9fJKiw3tE?si=u-pMySTGQ0e8un2RCa27BQ

🎨 Join Us for a Community Paint Party at Salem State University! 🎨

Be part of the legacy of the new Meier Hall mural at Salem State University!

We’re inviting community members, students, families, youth, alumni, neighbors, and friends to help paint the base layers of this exciting new mural alongside artists Gabriela Sepúlveda Ortiz and Melissa Stratton Padina of Hare & Howl.

📍 Alumni Plaza, North Campus
📅 Monday, June 8
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

This is a unique opportunity to participate in a collaborative mural-making experience and leave your mark on a project that will become part of Salem State University’s campus history.

✨ Please sign up through our Google Form. https://forms.gle/xrHX1tizWqGKHqvj6 We can’t wait to create together and celebrate this exciting new chapter for Meier Hall. 🎨✨

Did you know the Healthcare Studies Program turns 10-years-old this year?

Come celebrate this milestone and more with Chair Amy Everitt on June 6th at the BOLD Reunions and Awards Celebration!🎉

We'll raise a glass to:
🔸The Healthcare Studies Program 10th Anniversary Reunion
🔸Nursing Program Reunion
🔸Occupational Therapy Reunion
🔸Criminal Justice Reunion
🔸2026 Alumni and Friend Award Recipients
🔸And so much more at this complimentary event, with hors d'oeuvres and bar service included.
🔸Register at https://ow.ly/RT7E50YV6nO

Faculty feature alert!

Drs. Donna Seger and Maria Pride, of the Salem State History Department, help kick off a revolutionary season at Historic New England’s Phillips House with an exploration into Salem’s privateers during the American Revolution.

On June 13, join them for a lively conversation on the captains and crews that helped secure the colonies’ independence.

Following the talk, enjoy sea shanties from the Salem band Crowninshield Punch and a light reception.

Tickets and more info: https://my.historicnewengland.org/27674/privateering

Today, and always, we remember and honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.