Tim Norton ’26MSW is completing his master of social work + clinical practice with active service members, veterans, and families certificate at Simmons. Norton shares how he brings his own experience as an Army officer and his training at Simmons to support this unique population.

• Clinical Experience
• Community Engagement

Sophie Headings ’27 is pursuing a double major in marketing and communications at Simmons, as part of an Integrated Media concentration. We spoke with Headings about combining business and creativity in her studies, her work with student government, and the impact of study abroad.

• Community Engagement
• Leadership
• Study Abroad

Emma Radlinski ’24 ’26DPT is pursuing the accelerated program in health and exercise science & physical therapy (3+3), which combines a bachelor of science in health and exercise science with a doctor of physical therapy (DPT). Now in the DPT portion of her studies, Radlinski shares what brought her to PT in the first place, and the accelerated degree.

• Clinical Experience
• Mentorship

The Bonner Community Leaders Program is a unique opportunity for students who want to combine a strong commitment to service with personal growth, teamwork, leadership development, and scholarship. This academic year, Simmons announced a new cohort of Bonner Leaders including Ammy A. Cardenes Santana ’29, Gulsah Cayan ’29, Lily-Rose O’Brien ’29, and Mackenzie Oprea ’29.

• Awards and Honors
• Community Engagement
• Leadership

Biochemistry majors and pre-dental students Aseya Mahamed ’27 and Kamryn Sanborn ’28 are researching the use of high-intensity ultrasound for the non-invasive treatment of endodontic infections at the Biomedical Ultrasound Lab.

• Research
• Science and Technology

Dix Scholar and biology major Ann Paim ’26 came back to school to cultivate her love of science. We spoke with her about her research on Parkinson’s Disease and the faculty support she receives at Simmons.

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
• Mentorship
• Research
• Science and Technology

Louis Izzi ’26DPT shares the many benefits of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Simmons: small classes, case-studies, cadaver anatomy training, and simulations to prepare for clinical rotations.

• Behavioral and Health Sciences
• Clinical Experience
• Mentorship

Abigail Pearson ’26, ’27MSW is an honors student pursuing an accelerated degree in social work. We spoke with her about the vitality of an interdisciplinary education and the thriving community at Simmons.

• Careers and Internships
• Community Engagement
• Mentorship
• Research

Erica Cansler ’26, ’27MSW is a social work major and adult learner in the online degree completion program. We spoke with her about overcoming hardships, the supportive community at Simmons, and the rewards of her field.

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
• Community Engagement
• Online Student

Paulina Rodas Mejia ’26, a double major in economics and international relations, is pursuing research in economic development. We spoke with her about her interdisciplinary interests, the honors program, and being an international student from Honduras at Simmons.

• Careers and Internships
• Community Engagement
• International Student
• Research
• Study Abroad