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The School of Social Work received $1.8 million to prepare social workers for professional placements in underserved areas Our renowned School of Social Work (SSW) was awarded a $1.8 million federal grant that will help clinical social work students prepare...

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Kaitlin Maloney '19 shares her experience as a Kotzen Scholar! Why did you decide to major in political science and Africana studies? I switched my major numerous times before I found the right fit for me! During my spring semester...

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We caught up Charles Daniels '12MSW about founding Fathers' Uplift! What program were you in at Simmons? What's your current job title? I graduated with a Master’s in Social Work. I am the CEO and Founder of Fathers’ Uplift, a...

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Once an aspiring teacher, Amanda now supervises preservice teachers while pursuing her PhD. What is your current job and what does it entail? I am currently a full-time student and part time researcher in a doctoral program at the University...

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Lyndsey reflects on why she pursued graduate degrees in both behavior analysis and severe disabilities at Simmons. What is your current job and what does it entail? I currently work as the Inclusive Concurrent Enrollment Initiative (ICEI) Program Coordinator at...

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We caught up with Josh about his scholarship to Simmons! What program are you in at Simmons? I'm receiving my MS in education with a focus in moderate disabilities, as well as a license to teach students with moderate disabilities...

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Alumna talks about being a Clinical Social Worker and Intake Coordinator. Why did you choose Simmons SSW? I was first exposed to clinical social work as part of a multidisciplinary team at the South End Community Health Center. I had...

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Professor Carey's research examines the effects of high fat diet on the brain. Professor Carey's research examines the effects of high fat diet on the brain. She is working on a study — with the help of a few excellent...

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Michael filled us in on his efforts with addiction treatment in MA — and his work with Governor Charlie Baker!

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Professor Becky Thompson authored an inspiring collection of essays intended for trauma survivors and yoga teachers alike. What's the story behind the creation of Survivors on the Yoga Mat: Stories for Those Healing from Trauma? My initial motivation came from...

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