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Returning to School as a Dix Scholar

Samantha Rose ’23 discusses why she chose to come to Simmons as a Dix Scholar to pursue Nursing and how the experience helped her grow into a leader.
- Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
Student Story

Abhilasha Natarajan ‘22 Thrives at the Intersection of Art and Social Work

Natarajan is the creative vision behind “Re-assembling” and “Bound Together.” Both exhibits are currently on display in the Management and Academic Building (4th floor) and the Main College Building (4th floor). Learn about her journey.
- Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
Student Story

From Soldier to Student: Rebecca Mitchell ’22 on the Empowering Environment of Simmons

After ten years in the military, Rebecca Mitchell ’22 is embracing civilian life. In fall 2020, she enrolled at Simmons as an undergraduate for a second bachelor’s degree, via the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
- Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
- Veteran Student
Alumnae/i Feature

“Everyone has a place in CS”: Laney Strange ’02 Receives Northeastern’s Excellence in Teaching Award

Laney Strange '02 is one of two professors to receive the 2021 Excellence in Teaching Award from Northeastern University. Strange was nominated by students for her work in the Khoury College of Computer Science.
Student Story

Sheena Pennie '23: I Want a Better Life for Myself and My Daughter

Dix Scholar, Sheena Pennie '23 tells us what inspired her to return to school for nursing and her advice for other adult learners. Why did you decide to attend Simmons? I decided on Simmons because it's a women's undergraduate education...
- Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
- Behavioral and Health Sciences
Student Story

Big Data in New Mexico and Making Apps at Google

Dix Scholar, Amy Worth ’19 on her learning experiences beyond the classroom. What does it mean to be a Dix Scholar? The Dorothea Lynde Dix Scholars Program is for women over the age of 24 or for women pursuing a...
Alumnae/i Feature

Sherry Seibel '18 Researches Women in Coding

We asked Sherry about her research into the gender gap in computer science education. Dix scholar, Sherry Seibel '18 is researching how the motivations of women who attend coding bootcamps differ from the motivations of women who attend undergraduate computer...
- Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
- Research
Student Story

Priscilla Wiltshire-Bland '20 on the Impact of a Simmons Education

Congratulations to Priscilla Wiltshire-Bland '20, recipient of the Ifill Scholarship! As you look to the future, what are your goals and dreams for yourself? I'm interested in student affairs and helping adult learners/non-traditional students navigate college life. As a nontraditional...
Campus & Community

Simmons University Awards First Ifill Scholarships

In remembrance and honor of Gwen Ifill's legacy of excellence, Simmons is proud to announce the inaugural recipients of the Ifill Scholarships. Simmons University is proud to announce Priscilla Wiltshire-Bland ‘20 and Alexandra Bohanan ‘19 as the inaugural recipients of...
Alumnae/i Feature

Fighting Food Insecurity With Adriene Worthington ’06

We caught up with Adriene about her work with the Greater Boston Food Bank. Did a particular experience or person inspire you to pursue your career in nutrition? I had just moved to Boston and was working as a cook...