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Simmons University has been recognized with the 2024 Carnegie Elective Classification for Leadership for Public Purpose. This classification encourages institutions to demonstrate how leadership development is embedded throughout campus and represents how we are preparing our students to be leaders who tackle society’s toughest challenges.

The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching

Simmons Awarded Prestigious Carnegie Designation for Leadership for Public Purpose | Simmons University This designation recognizes our institutional commitment to the pursuit of leadership and the collective public good. Most exciting, this honor is...

Simmons School of Nursing students Rachel Takes ’24MSN and Elizabeth Strager ’19 ’21MSN, FNP- C, ’25DNP were recruited into the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities Program (LEND Boston) at Boston Children’s Hospital’s Institute for Community Inclusion.

School of Nursing Students Train to Work with Children with Developmental Disorders | Simmons University Simmons School of Nursing students Rachel Takes ’24MSN and Elizabeth Strager ’19 ’21MSN, FNP- C, ’25DNP were recruited into the Leadership...

Inkpot Creative is a queer-led website development company founded by Communications major Krystianna Pietrzak (KP) ’20. With KP as head designer and Psychology major Jessie Andrew ’20 as web developer, Inkpot offers cutting-edge website design for photographers, with a focus on inclusivity.

Simmons News spoke to Pietrzak and Andrew about what inspired their joint venture and how Simmons prepared them for running their own business.

Simmons Alums Create “Queer-Led Web Design” Team | Simmons University We celebrate Pride Month with 2020 graduates KP and Jessie, who run Inkpot Creative, a unique website development company that offers cutting edge...

Our Orientation Leaders are excited to welcome incoming first-year and transfer students at First Bite Orientation this week! 🦈

First Bite Orientation is a one day program held on June 13 and 14. “It’s a great opportunity for students who are able to easily travel to the area,” says Christy Lusiak, Assistant Director, Eckert Center for Leadership and Engagement, Orientation and First-Year programs. “The focus is on community building, access to resources, and in general to get students excited about what they will see in the fall.”

“The purpose of the June Orientation is to welcome them into the community,” says Marketing Captain Maggie Wettergren ’26, noting that there will be separate groups for transfer students, led by transfer students. “It’s their first experience as a student at the school. They’ll meet other students, meet faculty, meet staff members. It’s a chance for them to get their footing before they arrive in the fall.”

Getting Ready for Orientation 2024 | Simmons University Orientation Leaders Katelyn Fox ’25 and Maggie Wettergren ’26 share the inside scoop on First Bite Orientation, June 13 and 14.

Thank you to everyone from the Class of 1974 and the classes before them who joined us in-person and virtually for the Jubilee Reunion last weekend! 💙🦈

Photos by Steven Lipofsky Photography.

Go Boston Celtics! 🏀 ☘️

Happy Pride Month! At Simmons University, we proudly celebrate, recognize, and support the LGBTQ+ community year-round. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

This weekend, we are excited to welcome members of the Class of 1974 and the classes before them to the Simmons campus for the Jubilee Reunion! Here are some throwback photos of the Classes of 1974 and those before them over the years. 📸 🎊 💙 🦈

Senior Week for the Class of 2024 was filled with unforgettable memories, laughter, and celebration! 🎉🥂🎓🦈

📸 Photos by Tyler McSheffrey ’25.

 

Annabelle Hannah ’25, a double-major in Chemistry and Physics, was accepted into the 2024 Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn). The 10-week program is funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF).

Chemistry/Physics Student Accepted into Research Experience at UPenn | Simmons University Annabelle Hannah ’25, a double-major in Chemistry and Physics, was accepted into the 2024 summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)...

At last week’s Doctoral Hooding ceremonies, each doctoral candidate was individually recognized for their accomplishments and draped with a hood by their respective program director.

Congratulations to all our new PhDs! We are so excited to see the incredible impact you will have in your fields and beyond. 🎓🦈

Abby (Bent) McKie ’00 ’02HS graduated from Simmons with her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietetic Internship Program Certificate, and Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Health Promotion. At her Commencement, a photographer snapped a picture of McKie with her younger sisters, Dana and Nyla Bent, which was later included in the Simmons Review (Volume 84, Number 2, Summer 2002).

This spring, McKie had a unique opportunity to take a similar photograph at Simmons University’s Commencement, where her sister, Dana Bent, earned her Master’s degree from the Simmons’ Online Master of Social Work Program.

Simmons News caught up with both sisters to learn about their Simmons experiences, and what this photo means to them: https://ow.ly/q5m350RPAF1

On Friday, May 17, we honored the incredible achievements of our 2024 graduates at MGM Music Hall at Fenway. 🎓🎉

Congratulations to all our graduates! Your hard work, perseverance, and determination have led you to this milestone, and we are so proud of you! 💙🦈

Today, we celebrated our exceptional nursing graduates at the undergraduate nursing pinning ceremony! We're so proud of your achievements and can't wait to see the positive impact you'll make in the world of healthcare. 🎓🩺🦈

Computer Science major Adriana Lizeth (“Liz”) Campuzano Martinez ’24 shares a bit about all of the ways she was involved on campus — from hackathons to being a Resident Assistant to hosting a radio show. She also shares what it was like for her as a first-generation international student.

“Taking up Space” with Coding, Advocacy, and Community | Simmons University Computer Science major Adriana Lizeth (“Liz”) Campuzano Martinez ’24 shares a bit about all of the ways she was involved on campus — from...

During high school, Devin Ryan ’21 toured Simmons, where they later majored in Biology. Meanwhile, someone close to Ryan was also inspired by that campus tour: their mother, Misty Neader ’25MSW.

Ryan joined a community of LGBTQIA+ students at Simmons. Once Ryan graduated in 2021, Neader saw it as a perfect time for her to pursue a Master in Social Work degree.

A Mother Follows Her Child’s Footsteps to a Simmons Education | Simmons University During high school, Devin Ryan ’21 toured Simmons, where they later majored in Biology. Meanwhile, someone close to Ryan was also inspired by that...

Julia Wilen ’24, a double major in Spanish and Women’s and Gender Studies, with a minor in Literature and Writing, began her work supporting survivors of violence before she came to Simmons and stayed involved throughout her time at the University.

Celebrating a Safe Space for Survivors with the Peer Education and Support Group Betsy’s Friends | Simmons University Julia Wilen ’24, a double major in Spanish and Women’s and Gender Studies, with a minor in Literature and Writing, began her work supporting...

Congratulations to the Simmons University Softball team on winning the 2024 Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) Softball Championship for the second year in a row! 🥎🏆🦈

Exercise Science student and Barbara Lee Fellow Haleigh St.Hilaire ’24 explores the intersection of Exercise Science and Public Health through her internship at the Massachusetts State House.

Developing a Personal Passion into a Capstone Research Project | Simmons University Exercise Science student and Barbara Lee Fellow Haleigh St.Hilaire ’24 explores the intersection of Exercise Science and Public Health through her...

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Neurobiology major Debora Edouard ’24 discusses her favorite moments at Simmons, her research, and her unique experience as a first-generation college student.

Discovering an Empowering Atmosphere, Supportive Mentors, and Leadership Opportunities at Simmons | Simmons University Neurobiology major Debora Edouard ’24 discusses her favorite moments at Simmons, her research, and her unique experience as a first-generation...

Only one week left until we get to celebrate our Class of 2024 graduates at MGM Music Hall at Fenway! Let the countdown begin! 🎉🎓

Political Science and Spanish double major Estela Raya-Fouts ’24 discusses impactful internships, catching the travel bug, her favorite course, and more Simmons memories.

Enjoying the Opportunities at Simmons: From Studying Abroad to Internships to Research | Simmons University Political Science and Spanish double major Estela Raya-Fouts ’24 discusses impactful internships, catching the travel bug, her favorite course and...

School of Nursing Dean Heather Shlosser and Nursing Student Amanda Whitbeck attended Capitol Hill Day, where they advocated for crucial funding and support with several congressional offices, including those of Representative Ayanna Pressley, Senator Elizabeth Warren, Senator Ed Markey, and Representative Seth Moulton.

Simmons School of Nursing Advocates for the Nursing Profession in the Nation’s Capital | Simmons University School of Nursing Dean Heather Shlosser and Nursing Student Amanda Whitbeck attended Capitol Hill Day, where they advocated for crucial funding and...

Bella Yee ’24 is a Public Relations and Marketing Communications major, with minors in Business and Public Policy. She is the Communications Director for the Student Government Association and Co-President of the Communications Liaison. Yee also interned for the Massachusetts legislature, most recently for the Office of Representative Adrianne Ramos.

Flourishing in the Community at Simmons and Completing Meaningful Internships | Simmons University Bella Yee ’24 is a Public Relations and Marketing Communications major, with minors in Business and Public Policy. She is the Communications...

Alia Al-Suwaidi ’24MSEd is determined to ensure that all children — regardless of their disability — can learn and thrive effectively. She is a member of the first international cohort of Simmons students at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Center For Special Education - mrc-necc, operated by the The New England Center for Children Inc., and the winner of the inaugural Dr. D. Daniel Gould Award for Global Excellence in Special Education Teaching.

Lead Therapist of Special Education Teaches with her Heart | Simmons University Alia Al-Suwaidi ’24MSEd is determined to ensure that all children — regardless of their disability — can learn and thrive effectively. She is a...

Biology major Leila Aydibi ’24 discusses getting involved on campus, participating in a research project, being a first-generation student, and some of her favorite Simmons courses.

Inspired to Expand a Summer Research Project into an Independent Study | Simmons University Biology major Leila Aydibi ’24 discusses getting involved on campus, participating in a research project, being a first-generation student, and...