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"I write today about the horrific deaths of African Americans at the hands of people who are sworn to protect and serve. George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor are but the latest victims of society’s inherent racism." - President Helen Drinan

• Community Engagement
• From the President

Professor of Practice, Biology, and Director of Exercise Science Randi Lite addresses the undergraduate Class of 2020 during Commencement.

• Commencement

A message from Sumaira Afzal, Muslim Advisor.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

In Fall 2019, a group of 11 Simmons undergraduate students began researching the lost West End. Supported by a “Humanities Research for the Public Good” grant from the Council of Independent Colleges, the students created a series of exhibits, including one for the West End Museum, one on Simmons’ campus, and a digital exhibit.

• Boston
• Research

Millicent Gorham '76, '11HD is the Executive Director of the National Black Nurses Association, Inc., which represents 250,000 African American nurses in the United States.

• Behavioral and Health Sciences

A message from Miriam Berkowitz Blue, Hillel Director and Spiritual Advisor.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Traditions & Annual Events

Moving a university from a real campus to a virtual one isn’t easy, but Simmons’ decade-plus of experience in online graduate education helped the University and its students ease the transition.

• From the President

Did you know that exercise also improves brain function? Adjunct Professor Meg Garvey shares the importance of staying active and gives us some easy tips to keep your body moving!

• Behavioral and Health Sciences

Congratulations to Anastasia Maher '20, Jessie Andrew '20, and Lindsay Berube '22!

• Awards and Honors

The bi-annual Healthcare Forum convened online to discuss drug costs in the U.S. Moderated by Professor of Practice Robert Coulam, the forum invited two of the nation’s leading drug policy experts to discuss this critical issue.

• Health and Wellness