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Recent News
Newsweek Names Simmons a Top Women-Centered College in MA
In its 2026 America’s Best Colleges for Women rankings, Newsweek named Simmons University a top women-centered institution in Massachusetts. Simmons is also listed among the best 50 colleges/universities nationally for women (#49).
SLIS Professor Awarded 2026 Margaret Mann Citation
School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) Professor and Director of Libraries and Librarianship Concentration Daniel Joudrey is the recipient of the 2026 Margaret Mann Citation.
Simmons Names 2026 Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients
We are honored to welcome best-selling author Gregory Maguire ‘78MA as our morning Commencement speaker and Dr. Anthony Estreet as our afternoon Commencement speaker. In addition, Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll will offer special remarks at the morning ceremony.
Simmons SSW Forms Partnership with Emmanuel College
A new partnership will streamline the application process and offer partial tuition remission for Emmanuel undergraduates and alumnae/i who wish to obtain a Master of Social Work degree from Simmons.
SOM Faculty Member Discusses Surge in Women’s Sports
Justine Pouravelis, media executive and professor of the practice at the School of Management (SOM), recently joined a distinguished panel at the AD Club Women’s Leadership Forum held at Gillette Stadium.
Simmons Nutrition Professor Quoted in Eating Well
A recent article in Eating Well discusses the current attention surrounding fiber. Teresa Fung, the Ruby Winslow Linn Endowed Professor, co-chair of the Department of Nutrition, and director of the didactic program in dietetics, helps unpack the mechanisms and health benefits of this nutrient.
New Graduate Programs Train Students in Nonprofit Management
With two new graduate programs offered by Simmons’ School of Management (SOM) — the MS in management: nonprofit management concentration and the graduate certificate in nonprofit management — students can receive robust training in both practical skills and purpose-driven leadership.
Women’s Sports Expert Featured in Boston Business Journal
Justine Pouravelis appeared in a Boston Business Journal report about Boston Legacy FC, the Boston area’s professional women’s soccer team, giving its inaugural home opener at a time when the business of women’s sports is experiencing tremendous growth.
Recent Press Releases
Simmons University Selected by Carnegie Foundation for Inaugural Leadership for Public Purpose Classification
Simmons University announced today that it is one of 25 U.S. colleges and universities – and the only women-centered college – to receive the first Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose Classification. This elective designation is awarded by the American Council...
Significant Gift Invests in Simmons University’s Vision For Educating Inclusive “Everyday Leaders”
Simmons University today announced a new $5 million gift from Simmons alumna and Trustee Jennifer Eckert to expand the scope and impact of its innovative approach to leadership education throughout the institution. The gift will create the new Jennifer Eckert...