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Boston Business Journal Features Living and Learning Center

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Simmons University Celebrates the Class of 2026

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President Wooten Named Among Most Influential Bostonians

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Newsweek Names Simmons a Top Women-Centered College in MA

The 2026 Honorary Degree Recipients: Gregory Maguire ‘78MA, Dr. Anthony Estreet, and Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll

Simmons Names 2026 Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients

The six Simmons students who received the 2026 Senior Scholar Award

Six Students Selected for the 2026 Senior Scholar Award

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Women’s History Month: Legacy and Leadership

Celtics VP of Team Operations Allison Feaster, Business Case for Women’s Sports Podcast Host Caroline Fitzgerald, and ESPNw VP Susie Piotrkowski.

Sports Industry Leaders Bring Expertise to Simmons

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  1. The cupola at Simmons University
    Campus & Community

    Reflecting on Black History Month

    Black History Month is a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and discover something new about aspects of Black culture, art, and history.In the wake of recent debates about critical race theory and news stories about the removal of books from...

  2. Martin Luther King Jr. Photo
    Campus & Community

    Honoring the Legacy of Dr. King

    A message from President Lynn Perry Wooten It is my honor to write today as we mark the ninety-third birthday of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As I reflect upon Dr. King’s legacy, I am reminded of his...

  3. Jim Corcoran
    Campus & Community

    Remembering Jim Corcoran, Associate Professor Emeritus

    President Lynn Perry Wooten shares the news of the passing of Associate Professor Emeritus Jim Corcoran, a Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist and longtime chair of the Simmons Department of Communications.

  4. The U.S. Flag outside of the Main College Building
    Campus & Community

    From the President: Remembering September 11

    President Wooten reflects on how the events of September 11 continue to influence our world in far-reaching ways. She implores the Simmons community to reflect on what we can do individually and collectively moving forward — to embrace everyday leadership.

  5. President Wooten at Convocation
    Campus & Community

    President Wooten's Convocation Address: Setting our Sights on the Path Ahead

    At Convocation, President Lynn Perry Wooten welcomed the Simmons community back to campus after over a year apart. Reflecting on this time of renewal, she urged our community to pursue everyday leadership focused on achieving good for all.

  6. Simmons University Main College Building's cupola with the Boston city skyline in the background
    Announcement

    From the President: Juneteenth Observance and Activities

    President Lynn Perry Wooten shares details on observing Juneteenth as a Simmons holiday and the variety of programming and resources for our community as we recognize the significance of Juneteenth.

  7. The Simmons cupola against a blue sky
    Campus & Community

    Remembering Professor Emerita Dr. Marion Walter

    President Lynn Perry Wooten shares the news of the passing of Marion Walter, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, founder of the Simmons University Department of Mathematics, math major, and the Marion Walter Future of Mathematics Awards.

  8. The Simmons cupola against a blue sky
    Announcement

    From the President: Mourning the Loss of Jahaira M. DeAlto '23

    President Lynn Perry Wooten shares the news of the tragic death of Jahaira M. DeAlto ‘23. Jahaira, a passionate advocate for trans rights, trans visibility, and victims of abuse, was studying social work at Simmons.

  9. Headshot of Ayanna Pressley
    Announcement

    Simmons Names 2021 Commencement Speaker & Honorary Degree Recipients

    President Lynn Perry Wooten announces the 2021 Simmons University honorary degree recipients: Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, President Emerita Helen G. Drinan '75MS, '78MBA, Paul Farmer, and Suzyn Waldman ‘68.

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    Campus & Community

    From the President: Processing Today's Verdict

    A message from President Lynn Perry Wooten.