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Recent News
Nutrition Professor Discusses New Dietary Guidelines
Teresa Fung, professor of nutrition, department co-chair, and director of the didactic program in dietetics for the Department of Nutrition, recently published an article on the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) in The New Lede.
SLIS Deans Discusses Serendipity for NHPR
Dr. Sanda Erdelez, dean of Simmons’ School of Library and Information Science, was recently featured in New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR) for a segment on serendipity.
GBH President to Speak at Seventh Annual Gwen Ifill Forum
Susan Goldberg, an award-winning journalist and President and CEO of GBH, the leading multiplatform creator for public media in America, will deliver the keynote address “Storytelling That Matters.” The discussion will be led by Ann Fudge ’73, ’98HD who currently serves on the Board of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Registration is now open.
School of Management Dean Publishes Article on Reinvention
In an article published in Education Technology Insights, School of Management Dean Astrid Sheil writes about the importance of reinvention for business and business education. In particular, Sheil explains how Simmons’ new master of science in management: business and leadership in women’s sports concentration exemplifies a reinvention strategy.
Simmons Reaffirms Free Domestic and Sexual Violence Training
Simmons University’s School of Social Work announces the re-release of two online, asynchronous trainings on interpersonal violence, each redesigned to improve usability and overall experience.
New Master’s Degree Focuses on Business of Women’s Sports
A new graduate program builds on Simmons’ historic excellence in women-centered management education and leadership.
Boston Globe Highlights Women’s Sports Management at Simmons
Simmons University launches the first women’s-focused sports management graduate program in the country.
LaDonna Christian Inducted into American Academy of Nursing
LaDonna Christian, Associate Professor of Practice and Director of the Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program, was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.
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...