Simmons University’s School of Nursing (SON) welcomed six new faculty members this academic year. We asked our new faculty members what they want their students to know about nursing today, and about an experience that changed how they viewed their profession.

The Colleges of the Fenway recently hosted “From Classroom to Career in the Age of AI,” featuring panelists from diverse industries. Speakers discussed how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the workplace and how those in higher education can help prepare students for this new professional landscape.

Simmons University recently hosted a Presidential Panel and Alumnae/i Tea in celebration of women’s college education. Planned in collaboration with the Women’s College Coalition, the event featured a panel discussion with presidents of Saint Mary’s College, Barnard College, and Mount Holyoke College, moderated by Simmons University President Lynn Perry Wooten.

The Carlotta Simulation is an interprofessional simulation lab established by Simmons’ School of Nursing faculty. It has been developed into an invaluable experience for students of nursing, physical therapy, and nutrition. This year, School of Social Work students have also been invited to participate.

• Behavioral and Health Sciences
• Clinical Experience

Robert Henry “Bob” Oppenheim, who was a professor in the Simmons University Department of Art and Music for more than 40 years, has passed away. He was 82 years old.

• In Memoriam

The Simmons School of Management (SOM) recently held a virtual panel to discuss the rise of women’s sports and new career pathways in the industry. Attended by prospective graduate students, the panel included four industry leaders in the business of women’s sports and was moderated by media executive and Professor of Practice Justine Pouravelis.

In honor of Freedom of Information Day earlier this month, we spoke to two faculty members of the School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) about the importance of the Act the day commemorates, and how those outside the library profession can access information from the government.

• Social Justice & Advocacy

The 47th Annual Simmons Leadership Conference featured a roster of speakers exploring the theme of “The Connected Leader,” emphasizing the role of connectivity, community, and allyship in leadership.

• Leadership
• Traditions & Annual Events

Sports industry leaders gathered for a discussion on the thriving business of women’s sports at Simmons University’s Institute for Inclusive Leadership’s 47th Annual Leadership Conference. Media executive and Professor of Practice Justine Pouravelis served as the moderator.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Leadership

A multidisciplinary team from the Master of Public Health program set out to improve the well-being of University employees by implementing a two-week wellness initiative.

• Health and Wellness