Passover, which begins at sundown on the first day, is a week long-long observance commemorating the freedom and exodus of the Israelites (Jewish slaves) from Egypt during the reign of the Pharaoh Ramses II. Communities: Jewish Common practices: Family gatherings...

Ready to start a meaningful career in nursing? At Simmons University, bachelor’s degree holders from any field can discover exciting pathways to seamlessly transition into the nursing profession. Whether your goal is to become a Registered Nurse (RN), Family Nurse...

Maundy, or Holy Thursday, is the Thursday before Easter Sunday, commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus with the Apostles. Community: Christian Common practices: Prayer Communion (Eucharist) Services that include foot washing in some denominations

Good Friday, the Friday before Easter, commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Community: Christian Common practices: Prayer In some sects of Christianity and in many countries this is a day of fasting and in some denominations, afternoon services Wrapping or...

Easter is the most important religious festival in the Christian calendar, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, which Christians believe occurred on the third day after his crucifixion. It is a celebration of renewal. Community: Christian Common...

Join Senior Associate Director for Teaching and Learning Sarah Rose Cavanagh in a no-guilt book club this semester, focused on solving common problems (aka “snafus”!) in the classroom.

Connect with an admissions counselor and academic advisor to learn more about Simmons' options for completing your undergraduate degree online.

Congratulations! We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome you, your family, and fellow future Sharks to campus for Accepted Students Day, a celebration of your achievement and the exciting journey ahead.

Attend our in person Information Session on the SLIS West campus to learn about our single Master's of Library Science (MS) degree options and dual degree options (Library and Information Science Archives (MS)/History (MA); Library and Information Science (MS)/Children's Literature (MA)).

Join the Women's College Coalition, Simmons University, and partner institutions for an extraordinary gathering of women's college alumnae/i — and this is more than just an event. It's a homecoming.