Learning That Changes Lives
For more than 100 years, Simmons College has inspired its students to combine learning with action for a more just and equitable world. Today, the Scott/Ross Center (S/RC) for Community Service takes the lead in advancing this commitment to visionary education and civic engagement. Established in 2000 through the generosity of Emily Scott Pottruck '78, a trustee of the College, and her husband David Pottruck, the S/RC provides life-changing opportunities for our students through mutually enriching community partnerships. The Center is named in honor of Emily and her mother, Arlene Ross Gross '47.
The S/RC works closely with nearly 60 community-based organizations. Whether it's tackling social justice issues such as homelessness and hunger, mentoring youth on literacy, science, and math, or becoming a pen pal to a middle-school student, we offer our entire campus a variety of ways to get involved, among them, stimulating service-learning courses and exciting all-College signature initiatives. We're also one of the only community service centers in the country to provide comprehensive service programs for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Recent Blog Entries
Celebrating Service and STANDING for Racism
Posted on April 30, 2012 10:28 PM by Carolyn Grimes
This past Friday, April 27th, Simmons staff, faculty and students celebrated Global Service Day. Over 120 middle school kids came to campus to participate in service activities and tour the school. Highlights were visits to both the academic and residence...read more »
Mentoring on my Mind
Posted on February 26, 2012 6:14 PM by Carolyn Grimes
Ever have one of those days, weeks, months, where something is on your mind and suddenly you see and hear about it everywhere? - in the news, on your favorite TV shows, and in your every day conversations and work...read more »
Rich in Leadership
Posted on January 23, 2012 9:42 PM by Carolyn Grimes
This week, Simmons students returned to the classroom after several weeks of winter break. At the Scott/Ross Center, the first students to return to the office are our student leaders who oversee our mentoring, literacy and tutoring programs. They are...read more »
Other Information
Scott/Ross Center Main Office
Main Campus Building
Room W102
617-521-2700
Our Mission
The Scott/Ross Center for Community Service facilitates and promotes community service and service-learning for Simmons College students, faculty, and staff in Greater Boston and beyond. By developing reciprocal partnerships with community-based organizations, we enrich and expand students' educational and co-curricular experiences.
S/RC Brochure
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