Serena Simpson

Assistant Director of Access and Logistics

Serena Simpson joined Northwestern IT’s communications team as a communications specialist in March 2020. She brings more than a decade of experience in strategic communication, writing and editing, project management, and more. In her role, she focuses on content development for various Northwestern IT communication channels, guiding the editorial direction of Northwestern’s Digital Learning site, IT project communication, and leading IT social media efforts.

Most recently, Serena served as a communications consultant for the Susan Crown Exchange and Two Rivers Public Charter School. She also managed IT communication and change management at Chicago Public Schools and was Editor-in-Chief of SET Magazine.

Serena completed both a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing and a Master of Arts in English literature at Northwestern. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from Spelman College, a Master of Arts in writing and publishing from DePaul University, and an executive scholar certificate in nonprofit management from Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management.

In her role as BPN's Assistant Director of Access and Logistics, Serena will collaborate with her fellow committee members, and assists as needed in various capacities.