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This year marks the 60th anniversary of adult education at Simmons. Renamed Dix Scholars in 1993, this program enables adult undergraduates to pursue their educational and professional goals at any point in their lives. We spoke with Simmons’ staff and Dix alumnae/i about the uniqueness of this program and the students that animate it.

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)

As the Editor-in-Chief of edible MAINE, a print and digital magazine that explores Maine’s food scene, alumna Maggie Knowles promotes a holistic approach to the culinary arts and food production. Knowles spoke with us about her love for writing and food, and how Simmons helped her achieve her dreams.

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
• Internships & Careers
• Media, Arts, and Humanities
• Sustainability and the Environment

As a young woman born and raised in the South, Kayla Canty took a "leap of faith" to move to Boston to study nursing. For her, Simmons was a transformative experience, and she remains involved by serving on the African...

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
• International Student
• Internships & Careers
• Mentorship

Arts Administration major and Dix Scholar Mary Garcia Charumilind '12 was highlighted by Jazziz Magazine for her debut original single, "Heat," released in late 2022 under her stage name Autumn Luz . More recently, she was featured in Glide Magazine...

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
• Internships & Careers

What made you choose to attend Simmons as a Dix Scholar? When I decided to pursue a career in nursing, Simmons was at the top of my list. I attended virtual info sessions and spoke to graduates of the program...

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)

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)
• Media, Arts, and Humanities
• Social Sciences, Policy, and Practice

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)

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.

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
• Awards and Honors
• Science & Technology

CompleteDegree@Simmons will provide adult learners who identify as women with the opportunity to earn degrees in high-demand programs such as business and management, communications, computer science, psychology and social work.

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)
• Media, Arts, and Humanities
• Social Sciences, Policy, and Practice
• Transfer Student

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)
• Natural, Behavioral, and Health Sciences