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Although 2020 was not the year we were expecting, it was still a year of transformation for Simmons. As we prepare for 2021, we're taking a look at our biggest moments and stories from 2020.

• Awards and Honors
• Gwen Ifill
• In Memoriam
• Online Student
• University Leadership and Structure

President Lynn Perry Wooten shares the news of the passing of Dr. William “Bill” Kahl, who served as the first provost at Simmons during a particularly transformative period for the University.

• From the President
• In Memoriam

President Wooten writes about her takeaways from the second annual Ifill Forum, and how she hopes to foster racial and social equity here at Simmons.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• From the President
• Gwen Ifill

On November 19, President Wooten virtually met with parents to discuss what makes the Simmons student experience unique.

• From the President

The Passionate Leaders Project supports undergraduate students seeking to enrich their academic and professional interests by funding learning opportunities beyond the boundaries of the traditional classroom.

• Awards and Honors
• Leadership
• Behavioral and Health Sciences
• Research

President Lynn Perry Wooten shares the news of the passing of Dr. Lydia Smith, founder of the Master of Arts in Teaching program, an author, and a pioneer in the field of education, known for her passion and commitment to teaching.

• From the President
• In Memoriam

Michele Norris moderated a conversation with Ava DuVernay, filmmaker and founder of ARRAY, and Sherrilyn Ifill, President and Director-Counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Gwen Ifill
• Ifill Forum

In 2016, Research & Instruction Librarian Stacy Collins ’16MS, ’16MA created the Anti-Oppression LibGuide to educate and support the Simmons community. Today, this guide is cited in books, articles, and online. We spoke with Collins about why this guide is considered an essential resource.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

With the election behind us, President Wooten shares her thoughts on how we can begin to heal and unite our community, and create positive change.

• From the President

Read President Wooten's message encouraging our community to utilize election support resources.

• From the President