Who We Are

Harvard Students Spouses and Partners Association (HSSPA) is an entirely volunteer-run organization open to the spouses and partners of all Harvard students, postdocs, and other affiliates. Since 1896, HSSPA has provided a way for its members to make friends, find intellectual stimulation, and feel a sense of belonging within the University.

What We Do

HSSPA organizes a variety of subsidized outings, activities, and social events throughout the year. Some of our offerings include:

• Visits to popular attractions in and around Boston, such as New England Aquarium, Museum of Science, Whale Watching, and Duck Tours
• Seasonal parties and social gatherings, including a Welcome Party in the fall, a Holiday Party in December, and a Spring Picnic in May
• Opportunities for small group get-togethers, e.g. coffee meetings, language tables, and crocheting
• Weekly spouses group meetings
• Weekly playgroup meetings for infants and toddlers with their parents
• Occasional workshops on topics such as job-hunting and parenting
• Free publications with useful information for Harvard families
• An active Facebook group

Membership

HSSPA membership is free. To join, send an e-mail to harvardspouses@gmail.com, mentioning the Harvard affiliation of your spouse or partner (e.g. student/postdoc/ faculty/staff, and in which school or department). Harvard affiliates themselves are also welcome to join. By becoming a member, you will automatically receive e-mail announcements of our monthly events. (Please note that HSSPA is an independent organization and not related to organizations such as Harvard Neighbors, for which a separate membership is required.)

Newsletter

As a member, you also will receive our weekly newsletter. The newsletter includes information on the group meetings and activities, as well as announcements of other events of interest around Harvard and notices sent by other members.

HSSPA Committee:

Lee Chakkalakal
Karin Ponader
Leigh Peters-Fransen
Benedicte Charles
Djuanita Agung

Spouses Group facilitators:

Playgroup facilitators:

Newsletter coordinator:

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