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Alumnae/i Feature

Lauren Wagner ’21 pursues Master’s in Data Science at the London School of Economics

Tell us about your Simmons experience. Simmons was all about growth for me. I'm from a relatively small town in Indiana, so moving to Boston was a big step. It gave me a chance to be an individual, separate from...
- Science and Technology
- Study Abroad
Student Story

Online student Anisha Srivastava ’23 on Finding Space and Time for STEM

Online student Anisha Srivastava '23 describes what it took to leap into her second bachelor's degree in Computer Science, and the support she's received from Simmons professors.
- Online Student
- Science and Technology
Alumnae/i Feature

How a Simmons Education Led to a Dream Job at Atlas Venture

Kristen Margeson ’07 reflects on how a Simmons connection led her to pursue investment advising and how her Simmons education prepared her for the role of VP of investor relations and marketing.
Student Story

Computer Science Student Tabytha Smith '23 Exceeds her own Expectations at Simmons

After completing her undergraduate degree, Tabytha Smith thought it was too late to change fields and study computer science. Now, a student in the online Bachelor's program at Simmons, she looks forward to a career in software engineering. She has...
- Online Student
- Science and Technology
Student Story

Pre-Med Student Beyza Erdem ’22 Experiments in Gene Therapy and Focused Ultrasound

How did you become interested in working with focused ultrasound? I was in Dr. Phillip White's physics class and he would talk about the projects he was working on using focused ultrasound. It interested me into looking into the concept...
Campus & Community

Cut, Paint, Print, Sew: Mindful Creativity in the Simmons Makerspace

That vision encompasses the entire Simmons community, for which the Makerspace will serve as a focal point for mindful, collaborative creativity. Much of the creative exploration will be led by students; the "MakerSharks" are trained student workers who will manage...
- Science and Technology
Alumnae/i Feature

Eliot Stanton ’22 Researches Technology for Trans Liberation

Data Science major Eliot Stanton '22 was chosen as a keynote speaker at the Undergraduate Symposium. Stanton will present their research paper, “Binaries in Binary: Harmful Consequences and Radical Possibilities of Technology for Trans Liberation.” What made you choose to...
- LGBTQIA+
- Science and Technology
Alumnae/i Feature

Tamia Hargrove ’19 Explores Cleft Palate and Craniosynostosis Research

“I experienced the joy of learning while at Simmons. Going to a women’s-centered college boosted my confidence. I’m a pretty shy person, but the environment encouraged me to speak up more.”
Alumnae/i Feature

Jillianna Farietta ’16 on Applying Computer Science in the Non-Profit Sector

Jillianna Farietta '16 has been a “computer geek” from a young age. Now a Web Developer at Fenway Health, Jillianna applies the valuable lessons she learned at Simmons to her position every day.
- Careers and Internships
- Science and Technology
Announcement

Passionate Leaders Project: Fall 2021 Cohort

The Passionate Leaders Project supports undergraduate students seeking to enrich their academic and professional interests by funding learning opportunities beyond the boundaries of the traditional classroom. Learn what the Fall 2021 Cohort is up to!