Commencement 2021: In-Person and Virtual
Emerson held Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2021 and for members of the Class of 2020 in early May.
Issues
Play Ball!
Under COVID restrictions, spring sports resumed this semester. Above, the softball team stays masked up during practice.
Emerge
Join Emerge, the new online community where Emersonians can connect, recognize, support, and celebrate each other.
Elevating Emerson
In this video interview, President Lee Pelton reflects on 10 years at Emerson before he takes on his new role leading the Boston Foundation.
It’s a Funny Story: How Emerson Became the Epicenter of American Comedy
Emersonians have been making people laugh for years. Meet some of our many talented and funny alumni.
On Teaching Funny
In 2015, Emerson made history when it established the country’s first BFA in Comedic Arts. Today, 110 students are enrolled in the program.
Connecting a Name with a Face
Read letters from readers; in this issue, from alumnus Mark Bell ’76, from Belchertown, MA.
The American Comedy Archives at Emerson: A Treasure Trove of Funny History
Since 2005, Emerson College has been the home of the American Comedy Archives, including a collection of rare and important interviews.
Dr. Jenn: A Mann of Many Talents
Psychotherapist, TV host, and author Dr. Jenn Mann ’92 talks about how she built her career on helping people.
Recently Published Works by Emersonians
A collection of books by Emerson authors from Spring 2021.
Laura’s Law: New Protections Arise from Tragedy
After Laura Levis ’04 died unexpectedly in 2016, her husband began a journey to tell her story and prevent other such tragic deaths.
Behind the Scenes
A few of the students who held positions in scenic design, talent production, writing, and stage management for the EVVY Awards.
Why It Matters
Nanci Isaacs ’79 talks about the importance of giving back to Emerson and why our participation matters.
A Comedian’s Start
Bill Dana ’50 hams it up at a Halloween event during his Emerson days in this undated archival photo.
Show Your Pride This June
We are celebrating our LGBTQIA+ Emersonians and raising money for funds and initiatives that directly benefit our student community.