A new voice in children's literature, Luisana tells us about the inspiration behind her novel. Children's literature MFA graduate, Luisana Duarte Armendáriz '18MA/MFA received a New Vision Award from Lee & Low Books. Her middle grade novel The Regent Enigma...

• Awards and Honors
• Careers and Internships
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We caught up with Kaitie Chakoian-Lifvergren '09 about her roles in women-centered organizations. On Budget Buddies Budget Buddies is a non-profit organization that promotes financial literacy and confidence among low-income women. We envision a world in which all women are...

• Community Engagement
• Social Justice & Advocacy

Take a look at all the excitement from the 2018 Simmons Leadership Conference! The Simmons Leadership Conference was filled with inspiring messages and powerful leaders — we're still buzzing with excitement! The day featured incredible speeches from Gretchen Carlson, Nely...

• Boston
• Leadership

Professor Teresa Fung recently published one of the first studies on soda consumption and the increased risk of hip fractures in postmenopausal women. Soda consumption remains high in the United States, and hip fractures in the elderly can impact quality...

• Research
• Behavioral and Health Sciences

We joined Julianne in the rink and learned how her unique approach to coaching empowers her students. To her students, Julianne Pondelli '18C is much more than a skating coach—she’s a source of support and refuge in the rigorous sport...

• Careers and Internships
• Mentorship
• Behavioral and Health Sciences

Kayla reflects on her experience as SGA president and how Simmons has set her on the path to succeed. On choosing Simmons I love that Simmons has a strong focus on leadership. When I was looking at colleges, every Simmons...

• Careers and Internships
• Leadership

Professor Shari Lynn Johnson discusses this year’s theme and why National Social Work month is so important. Each year, the National Association of Social Workers celebrates the important contributions social workers make by declaring March the National Professional Social Work...

We caught up with Renata Bule '15 about her work with Strong Women, Strong Girls. On choosing Simmons I come from an immigrant family with 4 daughters and incredibly strong parents. Because I've been surrounded by strong women my whole...

• Careers and Internships
• Community Engagement

Simmons Community Engagement hosts the 21st Annual International Women's Day Celebration. On Friday, March 16, Simmons Community Engagement hosted the panel discussion, "Speaking Up and Out: Women Reshaping the Media Narrative" in honor of International Women's Day. "At Simmons we...

• Community Engagement

We caught up with Mary about her experience volunteering for Habitat for Humanity during spring break. On pursuing nursing For as long as I can remember I have wanted to be a nurse. My biggest role model is my mom...

• Alternative Spring Break
• Behavioral and Health Sciences
• Community Engagement