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President Lynn Perry Wooten reaffirms Simmons University’s guiding principles of welcoming and empowering all forms of diversity. Read the full letter to learn more about resources available to community members during this time.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• From the President

In celebration of Women's History Month, President Lynn Perry Wooten shares her thoughts on mentoring and how it benefits us in our careers and beyond. For women especially, this is how we begin to build the next generation of leaders.

• From the President
• Mentorship

President Lynn Perry Wooten reflects on the past year and the resilience of the Simmons community. Read more about her thoughts on a brighter future and ensuring a safe return to campus.

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Kendi’s bestselling book, "How to Be an Antiracist," was selected as the Spring 2021 Community Read and the event’s central topic. President Wooten and Kendi discussed several themes from his book, including defining racism, intersectionality, and identity.

• Community Read
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The 2021 Spring Community Read, "How to Be an AntiRacist," explores the concept of antiracism and how we might build an antiracist society. Check out President Wooten's favorite quotes and takeaways from Kendi’s powerful book.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• From the President

For President Wooten, Black History Month has always been about learning and discovery. This year, she's encouraging the Simmons community to join her by engaging in the Multicultural Center's programming and carrying these lessons into the future.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• From the President

Get to know EriKa Monfort, Director of the Multicultural Center! Learn more about how she transitioned into diversity, equity and inclusion work, and her passion for building a welcoming, inclusive and supportive environment.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

President Lynn Perry Wooten welcomes back students, faculty and staff to the new semester, and outlines the activities and events that the Simmons community can look forward to this spring.

• From the President

#DocsOnCall intern, Selma Chamime ’23, tells us about working with the initiative and the massive impact it has made on combatting pandemic-related misinformation.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Research
• Social Justice & Advocacy

President Lynn Perry Wooten shares the news of the passing of Bruce Gray, Professor Emeritus of Biology, former Chair of the Biology Department, and founding member of the Faculty Senate and the Multicultural Affairs Advisory Committee.

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