September 11th

The events of September 11th have affected us all. Throughout the weeks following the tragedy, the Simmons College community has come together to offer one another support, and to create an informed dialogue about this crucial event which has changed our lives, and our country's history forever.

Events and Discussions

Former Chair of National Terrorism Commission Speaks at Simmons
The former chairman of the National Commission on Terrorism spoke at Simmons recently on the urgent and elusive nature of international terrorism.

Former commission chairman L. Paul (Jerry) Bremer spoke on "International Terrorism in the Post-‘911’ Era" during the annual Warburg Lecture Series at Simmons. He was joined by Louise Richardson, a renowned scholar in international terrorism and terrorist movements who is currently studying decision-making inside terrorist movements. Bremer's comments were covered by both national and international press agencies. More...
Read the API article on Bremer's talk.
Read the UPI article on Bremer's talk.

Support and Safety

Throughout the weeks following the tragedy, members of the student life staff reached out to all undergraduate and graduate students from the Middle East, and have met with the Muslim Student Association, and worked closely with students who have direct connections to the victims and/or missing persons in both New York and Washington. These are very stressful times for many of our students, and they have been reassured that the College is available to assist them in any ways we can. Friends and family members can assist in this effort by contacting the Student Life Office if you are concerned about a student.

As an added security precaution, the perimeter of the Residence Campus is being secured on the weekends. Although there have not been any alarming incidents on the campus, we are aware that the social activities in the Fenway area are different on weekends than during the week and want to add an extra level of security for our students. Also, at some times of day, the Department of Public Safety has increased its presence on the residence campus.

Thanks to so many of you who have responded to the postings on this page with your good thoughts to all of us at Simmons. We appreciate your help and support and are greatly comforted by knowing that you are working alongside us as we try to help our students and colleagues make some meaning out of these terrible circumstances.

Sheila Murphy
Dean for Student Life
617-521-2126

additional resources

Call the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Blood Bank at (617)667-7488 to make an appointment.

Donate blood or make a monetary contribution to assist Red Cross relief operations: 1-800-HELP NOW.

FEMA
Information on other ways to help disaster victims and relief organizations from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

The Simmons Counseling Center offers personal counseling services to undergraduate and graduate students.

 

 

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