Simpson University Alumni

09/03/2026

Our Largest Enrollment Ever.
Still Unapologetically Christian.

There’s a lot worth celebrating at Simpson right now.

This fall, Simpson welcomed the largest traditional undergraduate enrollment in our 106-year history.

But as an alumnus myself, there’s another part of this story I especially want alumni to hear:

As Simpson grows, our mission has not changed.

We remain a Christ-centered university, rooted in our Christian & Missionary Alliance heritage and committed to being a “Gateway to World Service”. Our students encounter faculty who intentionally integrate faith and learning, a community shaped by Christian convictions, and an invitation to know Christ more deeply and live lives of meaningful work and service.

President Norm Hall put it well in announcing this milestone: Simpson remains “distinctly Christian in our mission.”

More students walking through our doors means more students we have the opportunity to teach, mentor, disciple, and prepare to serve Christ and their communities.

That’s something worth celebrating.

Growing and still a Gateway to World Service.

08/30/2026

Congratulations to Simpson alumna Dr. Christina (Partridge) Schnyders ('00) on her appointment as the ninth President of Warner Pacific University.

Since graduating from Simpson in 2000, Christina has served faithfully in Christian higher education as a professor, counselor, scholar, academic leader, and most recently as Provost at Malone University. We are grateful to see another Simpson graduate leading with excellence and influencing the next generation of students.

Please join us in congratulating Christina and praying for her family as they begin this exciting new chapter.

08/29/2026

The first week is in the books!

Campus has been full of energy as students returned, classes began, Convocation kicked off the academic year, and the Simpson community gathered together again.

We’re grateful for a strong start and looking forward to what God will do in the year ahead.

Alumni —> thanks for continuing to be part of the Simpson story.

08/24/2026

Alumni investing in the next generation!

During New Student Orientation, several local alumni returned to campus to welcome incoming students and share from their experience.

Aaron Pitroff and Tim Mapes joined Professor Rosealine Lemette from Simpson’s Communication and Digital Media Department during Major Exploration, while Kevin Crye spoke with a group of incoming freshmen during one of our classroom gatherings.

We’re grateful for alumni who are willing to return, encourage students, and help them begin making connections between their education and the opportunities ahead.

Could you see yourself doing something like this? If you’re a Simpson alum who would enjoy sharing your professional experience, ministry journey, or encouragement with students, let us know in the comments, or send this page a private message. We’d love to connect and keep you in mind for future opportunities!

08/21/2026

Before the students arrive, we pray.

This morning, student leaders, RAs, faculty and staff gathered at the Cross to pray for the new students and families arriving on campus today.

Through all the activity, excitement and new beginnings, our prayer is simple: may Christ remain at the center of all we do.

Alumni, would you join us in praying for our newest Simpson students today?

08/19/2026

Ready and waiting! ❤️🖤

Simpson faculty and staff gathered this week as we prepare to welcome our newest students to campus. In just a few days, they'll begin their Simpson journey and take their first steps toward becoming future Simpson alumni.

Alumni, join us in welcoming the newest members of the Simpson community!

Photo: Simpson’s annual Faculty & Staff Advance at The Summit in Whitmore, CA.

08/08/2026

Which Simpson did you attend?
Simpson has gone through several name changes over the years. Tell us in the comments what name was on the university when you were a student!

08/06/2026

Originally dedicated in 1999, Simpson's Urban-Trustee Tower has become one of the most recognizable landmarks on campus.

Do you remember hearing the clock chime between classes? Do you remember it covered in ivy? We'd love to hear your memories.

What's the first memory that comes to mind when you see it?

07/23/2026

Homecoming registration is now open!

Our Homecoming postcards have been arriving in mailboxes this week, and now it’s time to start making plans to come home to Simpson!

Join us October 15–18 for Homecoming & Family Weekend. Reconnect with classmates and friends, celebrate milestone reunions, experience the Hugh and Hazel Darling Center for Business, Technology, and Engineering ribbon cutting, enjoy classes and athletics, and make new memories back on campus.

Many events throughout the weekend are free, and Full Weekend Packages and individual event options are now available.

Register for Homecoming: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=96d75232-dadf-4768-a257-89d99e848649&envId=p-6x1ahuTh-EGH4yTXmPB6qA&zone=usa

View the tentative weekend schedule: https://simpsonu.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/Advancement_Team/IQC7g8ocu-oYT4b3TSHkaZd4AZVXkbTGJzvT83N-kzMknjA?e=HVCZdl

We can’t wait to welcome you home!

07/20/2026

Simpson alumni making a difference!

We love seeing the ways Simpson alumni are serving through the broader Christian and Missionary Alliance family!

In this new video from The Alliance, President Jonathan Schaeffer highlights Taste of Peace, a ministry connected with Cornerstone Christian Fellowship in Hilliard, Ohio, where Dr. Joseph Chon ('84) and Irma Chon ('85) serve.

It's encouraging to see the impact of this ministry, and especially meaningful for the Simpson community to see two of our own alumni helping lead a church that is serving its community and participating in the greater work God is doing through The Alliance.

Take a few minutes to watch this encouraging story and see the Body of Christ in action.

This is "Jonathan Schaeffer Vlog No. 12 | The Body of Christ in Action" by The Alliance on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.