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Assistant Professor Lydia G. Fash shares details about the "On the High Seas" course which combines literature and the history of piracy.

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The recent wave of protests demanding change in the face of systematic racism has prompted Natalia Guerra ‘23 to consider how she can have a positive impact in her community.

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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.

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We spoke with the Trustman’s Interim Director, Helen Popinchalk ’03 about the mission of the gallery.

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The preeminent women’s leadership conference with headliners Serena Williams and Pat Mitchell takes place on April 16.

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The virtual event allows participants to make women’s history more visible on the internet by writing and editing Wikipedia entries of female activists.

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Although we're spending more time indoors these days, it doesn't mean we can't experience the world! If you're starting to feel stir crazy, take a look at this list to see famous museums, trails and more from the comfort of your home.

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Simmons University and Wentworth Institute of Technology will highlight the contributions of women suffragists and host an event where participants can review and transcribe handwritten suffragist materials.

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For their capstone project, Azeb Freitas ’17, Alex Mireles ’17, and Trang Nguyen ’18 worked with Simmons Community Engagement to create an alternative spring break program in Boston with a local service and social justice focus.

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Beyza tells us about her experience with the Honors Program and Alternative Spring Break. How did you choose your major? I've always had a passion for chemistry and biology ever since high school, but I knew that I wouldn’t be...

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