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Neurobiology major Debora Edouard, who participated in a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program this past summer, is now receiving training with Scholars Transforming Through Research . During this six-month program, students develop advocacy skills that help bolster undergraduate research...

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• Science and Technology

The Gilbert and Marcia Kotzen Scholarship is the most prestigious student award at Simmons. Kotzen scholarship recipients receive full tuition remission over four years. The class of 2026 includes ten Kotzen scholars. We spoke with Justine Paragas about her intellectual interests, career plans, and why she chose Simmons.

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Nursing major Beth Pennington is one of Simmons' first-generation students. She spoke with us about her interest in working with children and why she was drawn to Simmons. What is it like to be a first-generation student? It is an...

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"Simmons offered me a scholarship covering my room and board, and my world was changed forever," says Lynne Devnew '67, Co-President of the Alumnae/i Association and honorary officer of the Class of 1967. She had anticipated living at home and...

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• Scholarships and Financial Aid

Simmons takes pride in giving students the real-world skills and experiences they need to thrive in the workplace. For recent grad Shukri M. Mohamud ’21, her Simmons education has served her well post-grad. “Simmons prepares you to network and communicate,”...

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Before Taylor Mahoney ’15 became a PhD candidate at Boston University, she was a first-generation college student at Simmons. Read about her takeaways as she navigated college life, and the unique support Simmons provided.

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• Science and Technology

In honor of Founder's Day, undergraduate students are invited to participate in an essay contest. This year, social work major Starleina Murphy '23 was selected to present her essay during Simmons' annual celebration.

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• Traditions & Annual Events

We're so excited to welcome the Class of 2025 to the Simmons community! Take a look at these facts about our newest class.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• First-generation Student
• International Student
• Scholarships and Financial Aid

Congratulations to Ganad Neka '23, recipient of the Ifill Scholarship! Read how Ganad hopes to be an inspiration to immigrants and refugees who have had similar experiences to hers.

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• Gwen Ifill

We're so excited to welcome the Class of 2024 to the Simmons community! Take a look at these facts about our newest class.

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• First-generation Student
• International Student
• Scholarships and Financial Aid