Find a News Story

Filter News

Filter News
Currently selected filters
  1. Susan Brady
    Announcement

    Simmons University Creates New Institute for Leadership

    Appoints Susan MacKenty Brady as Managing Director Simmons University today announced the establishment of the Simmons University Institute for Leadership to be run by Susan MacKenty Brady, a nationally renowned women’s leadership expert. The Institute will take Simmons’ longstanding success...

  2. Headshot of Diane Grossman
    Faculty Spotlight

    Meet Professor Diane Grossman: Director of the Honors Program

    We spoke with Diane Grossman about her role and her passion for philosophy. What is your academic background? I went to Vassar College, and then went to New York University, where I completed a PhD. Interestingly, Vassar went co-ed during...

  3. Headshot of Anuja KC
    Alumnae/i Feature

    Anuja KC '12 on Saying Yes to Opportunities

    We caught up with Anuja, Digital Business Systems Analyst at JP Morgan, and learned how Simmons encourages leadership and entrepreneurship. Tell us a little bit about your background. When I was in high school, I had already made up my...

  4. Headshot of Nakeisha Cody
    Campus & Community

    Meet Nakeisha Cody: Director of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships

    We chatted with the Director about her role and how students can get involved in undergraduate research! Where did you go to college and what did you study? I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia, majoring in...

  5. Caroline Mahoney at Simmons Radio event
    Student Story

    Simmons University Radio Nominated for Best Station

    As General Manager of Simmons Radio, Caroline Mahoney '19 tells us about being nominated for Best Station by the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System! On choosing Simmons I was actually looking for a big school in the city, but when I found...

  6. Headshot of Alicia LaPolla
    Campus & Community

    Meet Alicia LaPolla: Assistant Dean of First Year Programs

    We chatted with the Assistant Dean about her role, her advice for students, and what she loves to do around Boston! Where did you go to college and what did you study? I attended Boston College and studied psychology there...

  7. Headshot of Debra Pérez

    National Day of Racial Healing: The Possibility of Human Connection

    In honor of the National Day of Racial Healing, Debra Pérez shares her thoughts on the benefits of celebrating our common humanity. January 22 marks the third annual National Day of Racial Healing, hosted by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. In...

  8. Main College Building on Simmons' academic campus.
    Campus & Community

    Year in Review: The Best of 2018

    Take a look back at Simmons' biggest moments and stories from 2018! 2018 was a monumental year for Simmons! From becoming a university, to climbing the ranks in U.S.News & World Report — it's been a busy year. In celebration...

  9. Maria Arettines and Fielding Vaughn
    Campus & Community

    National Urban Fellows: A Win-Win Partnership

    Simmons welcomes two National Urban Fellows to Human Resources and the Office for Organizational Culture, Inclusion, and Equity. Meet Maria Arettines and Fielding Vaughn, our two National Urban Fellows at Simmons. Celebrating its 50 th anniversary this year, the National...

  10. President Helen Drinan, Cathryn Mercier and Professor Lowry Pei
    Faculty Spotlight

    Professor Mercier Receives First Alden Poole Faculty Mentor Award

    In honor of her commitment to mentoring, Professor Cathryn Mercier receives the Alden Poole Faculty Mentor Award. Faculty mentors can change students' lives. They work with students both inside and outside the classroom, ask tough questions, push them to try...