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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• Community Engagement
• Behavioral and Health Sciences

What inspired you to pursue a career in nursing? My aunt inspired me to pursue a career in nursing. I decided to advance my career to have autonomy in the promotion of health and disease prevention. I will be graduating...

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Erica Walker '01 studies how a noisy environment impacts our health. Tell us about your background and your current role. I graduated from Simmons in 2001 with my bachelor’s degree in economics and mathematics and went on to teach math...

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