Latest Simmons News

Laura Miller '08LS Busy Building New Programs

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:12:00 GMT

(May 14, 2013) -- Laura Miller '08LS, who was hired as a new children's librarian at the Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library last fall, has been busy launching new programs for children. These include tutoring sessions, a new "reading readiness" program, and holiday-themed storytelling events.

Check out Laura's Q&A with the Charlestown Patch.

Michèle Cloonan Editor-in-Chief of Preservation, Digital Technology and Culture

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:09:00 GMT

(May 14, 2013) -- Dean Emerita and Professor Michèle Cloonan is editor-in-chief of the new Preservation, Digital Technology and Culture, previously titled Microform and Digitization Review. The revamped publication has a stronger focus on digitization and preservation issues involving multiple types of cultural heritage institutions.

Full story.

Simmons Community Serves Boston, Moves Forward After Marathon Tragedy

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:34:05 GMT

(May 10, 2013) -- On April 15, Shannon Curran '13, a nursing major, was with her friends watching the Boston Marathon one mile away from the finish line.

"When we heard a police officer yell to another about a bomb, the crowd grew quiet and the echo of the sirens seemed much louder," she recalls.

Linda Sanford Returns from Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:33:00 GMT

(May 10, 2013) -- SSW Professor of Practice Linda Sanford recently returned from Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany where she worked as a military social worker. Sanford's assignment was clinical social work with young children whose parents are service members deployed to Afghanistan or Turkey.

Full story. (simmons.edu)

Courtney Louise Young '97LS Named President-Elect of the American Library Associan (ALA)

Thu, 09 May 2013 20:14:59 GMT

(May 9, 2013) -- Courtney Louise Young, head librarian at the J. Clarence Kelly Library at Penn State Greater Allegheny, has been elected as 2014-15 president of the American Library Association (ALA).

full story. (pennstate.edu)

Maryann D'Agincourt '75, '89GS Novel to be Published This Month

Thu, 09 May 2013 20:13:15 GMT

(May 9, 2013) -- The Journal of Eva Morelli by Maryann D'Agincourt '75, '89GS will be be out this month.

Full story.

Sons Create Scholarship to Honor Mother's Legacy

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:38:24 GMT

(May 7, 2013) -- A family's Simmons "legacy" can take many forms beyond having multiple generations of alumnae/i – as wonderful as that is. For a growing number of families, their legacy includes sons making gifts to honor their mothers.

Simmons Trustee Atsuko Toko Fish Honored by White House

Tue, 07 May 2013 15:18:00 GMT

(May 7, 2013) -- On Monday, May 6, the White House honored Simmons Trustee Atsuko Toko Fish, along with fourteen other Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women as "Champions of Change." A part of the White House's observance of AAPI Heritage Month, the event recognizes Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander women who are doing extraordinary things to create a more equal, safe, and prosperous future for their communities and the country.

Atsuko Toko Fish, a first generation Japanese American, is committed to innovation and social change in the U.S. and Japan, especially in the areas of empowering women and promoting understanding between the two cultures. In 2005, Atsuko founded the Japanese Women's Leadership Initiative, an executive program that prepares Japanese women to become non-profit leaders and agents for social change. In the wake of the March 2011 disaster in Japan, she created the Japanese Disaster Relief Fund-Boston, which raised nearly $1 million and provided 24 grants to 19 organizations.

To learn more about the White House Champions of Change program and nominate a Champion, visit www.whitehouse.gov/champions.

Simmons Launches New Online Graduate Nursing Program

Tue, 07 May 2013 14:28:08 GMT

(May 7, 2013) -- Responding to the national shortage of nurses and nurse practitioners, today the Simmons College School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) announced the creation of a new online master's degree program for aspiring Family Nurse Practitioners called Nursing@Simmons.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Marta Crilly '11LS, '11GS and Kristen Swett '98LS Archive Boston Marathon Memorial Site

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:11:00 GMT

(May 7, 2013) -- Marta Crilly '11LS, '11GS and Kristen Swett '98LS, assistant archivists for the City of Boston, worked to preserve the fragile messages that are part of a makeshift Boston Marathon memorial in Copley Square. Posters and paper chains were disentangled from the fences and will be moved to the city archives in West Roxbury where they will be catalogued, photographed, and shelved in special acid-free folders and boxes.

Full story.

2013 Children's Literature Summer Institute Speakers Announced

Sun, 05 May 2013 13:27:00 GMT

(May 5, 2013) -- The Center for the Study of Children's Literature at Simmons College will dedicate its 2013 summer institute to the theme of "Love Letters" on the last weekend in July. Among the speakers who will attend the Institute are Daniel Handler, Maira Kalman, M. T. Anderson, Shane Evans, Jack Gantos, Jo Knowles, Jason Chin, Jeanne Birdsall, Wong Herbert Yee, David Hyde Costello, Deborah Heiligman, and Vicky Smith.

President Helen Drinan Named One of "Boston's Most Influential Women"

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:12:26 GMT

(April 30, 2013) -- On April 23 at the Harvard Club in Boston, President Helen Drinan was honored as one of "Boston's Most Influential Women" by the Women of the Harvard Club Committee. Ten accomplished women who have created circles of access and influence in the areas of business, law, science, healthcare, philanthropy, government and academia were recognized during a festive gala.

full story. (MIT News)

Simmons Student and Graduate Revitalize Library

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 19:10:50 GMT

(April 30, 2013) -- When Diana Kelly '13LS started volunteering at Harvard/Kent Elementary School last September, the books in the library were piled high and out of order, and the collection lacked some important titles from the last two decades.

Simmons Chapter of Psi Chi Students Honored

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:40:00 GMT

(April 30, 2013) -- On Thursday, April 25, the Department of Psychology held a ceremony to honor 33 students being inducted into the Simmons chapter of Psi Chi, the international honor society in psychology.

President Drinan's Message to the Community About Simmons and the Marathon

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:11:00 GMT

(April 26, 2013) -- Members of the Simmons community in Boston – and beyond – have demonstrated unity, strength, resolve, and compassion in response to the Boston Marathon bombings and subsequent events. Those of us here in Boston have been touched by the outreach of support from alumnae/i, parents, and friends around the country and the world.

Simmons Students Recognized by Women and Girls' Non-Profit

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:04:11 GMT

(April 25, 2013) -- Simmons was well represented at the Strong Women Strong Girls (SWSG) annual Strong Awards event April 4, a celebration of SWSG mentors and program partners.

Shannon Curran '13, received the Above and Beyond Mentor Award and Haley Collins '14 received the Strongest Match Award. Barbara Lee '67 was presented with the 2013 Spark Award by Hannah Raiche, a senior at Simmons, a Barbara Lee fellow, and an SWSG mentor.

full story. (simmons.edu)

A Q&A with Professor Hugo Kamya Discussing the 18th Biennial International Consortium for Social Development Conference, Kampala, Uganda

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:06:00 GMT

(April 24, 2013) -- This summer, Simmons College with Makerere University of Uganda, will co-host the 18th Biennial International Consortium for Social Development Conference in Kampala, Uganda, from July 15 to 19.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Gloria Steinem Returns to Simmons For Women's College Week (FULL VIDEO)

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:41:00 GMT

(April 22, 2013) -- The Class of 2013 invited Gloria Steinem to return to Simmons 40 years after she gave the 1973 Commencement address and received an honorary Simmons degree. The keynote address: "The F Word: Feminism Today" was delivered on Friday, March 22, 2013.

Simmons Hosts Fulbright Students on Campus for Women's Re-Entry Seminar

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:47:52 GMT

(April 22, 2013) -- Simmons hosted a group of more than 100 international women Fulbright students on campus for four days April 17-20, before they head back to their home countries. The Fulbright Women's Re-Entry Seminar is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Fulbright Program, the U.S. government's flagship international exchange program.

Simmons Snapshot - April 2013

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:35:00 GMT

(April 19, 2013) - The April 2013 Edition of Snapshot is now out. Read about Simmons being honored by GirlsLEAP, Mayo Shattuck honoring his mother with a scholarship, Simmons earning its 7th consecutive Community Service Honor Roll distinction and more.

Simmons Student Shares Her Thoughts on the Bombing

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:00:00 GMT

(April 18, 2013) -- Alysha Menakaya '13 is haunted by the realization that less than an hour before the first of two deadly bomb blasts Monday, she was standing on the same crowded spot on Boylston Street, watching the Boston Marathon.

full story. (usatoday.com)

Simmons Community Comes Together to Celebrate Black Alumnae/i Symposium 2013

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:44:00 GMT

(April 16, 2013) -- The weekend of April 12-14, Simmons hosted more than 100 alumnae/i, faculty, staff, and friends at the 2013 Black Alumnae/i Symposium. This special event, held every five years, invites guests to celebrate their gifts and the power of their presence.

The Day After the Tragedy, A Message From President Drinan

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:48:00 GMT

(April 16, 2013) -- Yesterday was a sad and frightening day here in Boston. I was in Omaha, Nebraska at a conference when I learned of the events unfolding at home. I spent the next several hours getting information, disadvantaged by cell phone and iPad access difficulties. I finally learned about the most important activity of the moment: ensuring the safety of our students, and ascertaining the whereabouts of as many as possible. My first priority was to get back to campus. I was unable to get a flight home last evening, and left early this morning, arriving around lunchtime.

full letter. (simmons.edu)

Statement on the Boston Marathon Tragedy

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:55:00 GMT

The Simmons College community is deeply saddened by the tragic events at the Boston Marathon. Our hearts go out to those affected by this terrible event. The College is open and regularly scheduled classes are being held.

Simmons has added additional security to campus in the wake of this tragic incident. Simmons police have asked students, faculty, and staff to avoid the impacted area near Boylston Street and any large crowds.

At this time, we have not received any reports of injuries to our students, faculty, and staff members. We recognize that the incidents were deeply troubling, and it will be difficult for many to return to normal activities. The Office of Student life is offering support for those in need.

In the coming days, we will look for opportunities to come together and support each other as a community.

Simmons Hosts Women Fulbright Foreign Students for U.S. Department of State Seminar

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:49:00 GMT

(April 15, 2013) -- For a second consecutive year, Simmons has been awarded the opportunity to host a Fulbright Women's Re-Entry Seminar. Approximately 100 international Fulbright foreign students from Sub-Saharan Africa, the Western Hemisphere, Southeast Asia, and South and Central Asia will attend a four-day seminar at Simmons before heading back to their home countries. The seminar, which takes place April 17-20, is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Fulbright Program, the U.S. government's flagship international exchange program supported by the people of the United States and partner countries around the world. Follow the participants and their activities on @FulbrightPrgrm and @SimmonsCollege #scfbright.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Simmons Speaks Poetry Organization Competed in College Unions Poetry Slam Invitational (CUPSI)

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:20:00 GMT

(April 12, 2013) -- In early April, the Simmons Speaks poetry organization competed in CUPSI (College Unions Poetry Slam Invitational) in New York City.

Adela Raz '08 Named First Deputy Spokesperson and Director of Communications of Afghanistan

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:31:00 GMT

(April 9, 2013) -- Adela Raz '08 has been named first deputy spokesperson and director of communications by the President of Afghanistan Hamid Karzai. Raz is one of four Afghan women who earned an undergraduate degree at Simmons during the five years the Initiative To Educate Afghan Women (IEAW) partnered with Simmons to make higher education a reality for Afghan women.

Simmons Student Bikes Cross-Country for Affordable Housing

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:01:00 GMT

(April 9, 2013) -- Simmons College junior Laini Cassis is taking her alternative spring break experience to the next level. She will be biking across the country this summer to raise money for affordable housing.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Son Honors Mother's Commitment to Simmons

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:24:56 GMT

(April 8, 2013) -- Mayo Shattuck recently gave $400,000 to create the Jane Bergwall Shattuck '48 Endowed Scholarship Fund in honor of his mother's inspiring commitment to Simmons College. This fund will provide support to ALANA (African, Latino, Asian, and Native American) students in good academic standing with demonstrated financial need to help ensure diversity of perspectives within the student body.

News from SNHS - April 2013

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:48:25 GMT

(April 8, 2013) -- Nursing news from the School of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Simmons Study: Successful Women Keep Their Pride Hidden

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:07:00 GMT

(April 3, 2013) -- A study conducted by the Center for Gender in Organizations at the Simmons School of Management found that mid-to-senior level businesswomen are proud of their professional roles but often hide this fact from people they know.

Professional women also take on more responsibilities at work without discussing the shifts with their partners, even while they continue to provide the majority of home and childcare duties.

President Drinan and Simmons Honored at Girls' LEAP Gala

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 19:43:00 GMT

(March 29, 2013) -- At the annual Girls' LEAP Gala on March 28, Simmons College was recognized for its longstanding support of their efforts and named President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM as the institutional recipient. This recognition came as a result of the commitment of the Scott/Ross Center staff, led by Steve London, and its many student volunteers.

Eileen G. Abels, Ph.D. Named New Dean of GSLIS

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:01:00 GMT

(March 27, 2013) -- Message from President Drinan: I am very pleased to announce that Eileen G. Abels, Ph.D., a longtime library and information science practitioner and educator with a specialty in digital reference education and remote reference services, is the new dean of the Graduate School of Library and Information Science (GSLIS). Her appointment begins July 1.

Megan Dowd Lambert '02GS Engages Readers at Akron Art Museum

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 14:57:00 GMT

(March 22, 2013) -- Megan Dowd Lambert '02GS, a Simmons College instructor, developed the Whole Book Approach at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art to engage children and adults with the picture book as art. Lambert's interactive story time will include opportunities to discuss how pictures, design, and production elements interact with the text.

full story. (enjoyOhio.com)

Gloria Steinem Comes Back to Campus this Week (Slideshow)

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:53:36 GMT

(March 18, 2013) -- Gloria Steinem will hold a discussion at Simmons College March 22 titled, "The F Word: Feminism Today."

This isn't Steinem's first visit to the college. The businesswoman, author, and women's advocate received the Doctorate of Human Justice from the school and delivered the Simmons commencement address in 1973. To commemorate her return, boston.com put together a Steinem slideshow.

full story. (boston.com)

Simmons Snapshot - March 2013 - All Editions

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:04:00 GMT

(March 15, 2013) -- The latest edition of Simmons Snapshot is now available for all schools. Each edition includes a message from President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM.

Spring Message from President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:38:00 GMT

(March 2013) -- All Simmons students benefit from your support in a number of ways when you make a gift to The Simmons Fund. For example, with $25, we are able to buy LED-certified light bulbs that illuminate a classroom for up to five years, and $250 provides a student with textbooks for an advanced course. Your gift of $2,500 helps to fund a scholarship that can make the dream of a Simmons education a reality.

Faye Coleman '68 Selected for Top Minority Business Leader Award

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:41:00 GMT

(March 12, 2013) -- On March 21, 2013 at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington D.C., Faye Coleman, president and CEO of Westover Consultants and proud Simmons College alumna of '68, will receive an award for being one of the top 25 minority business owners and leaders in the greater Boston area.

GSLIS Ranked Among Nation's Top 10 by U.S.News - 3rd Consecutive Time

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:29:00 GMT

(March 12, 2013) -- The Simmons College Graduate School of Library and Information Science (GSLIS) has been ranked among the nation's top 10 schools of library and information studies in the new U.S.News & World Report 2014 edition of "Best Graduate Schools."

full story. (simmons.edu)

Charlestown Librarian Laura Miller '08LS Busy Building New Programs

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:08:00 GMT

(March 11, 2013) -- A new children's librarian took over at the Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library recently—Laura Miller '08LS, a Fenway resident who got her library science degree here in Boston at Simmons College, was hired in November and has been busy launching new programs for kids at the local library. This week alone, she is hosting a visit with special guest Seamus the dog, two story times, an Irish storytelling and book giveaway and a princess party.

full story. (Charlestown Patch)

Simmons Received an Excellence in Commuter Options (ECO) Award from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 20:04:00 GMT

(March 7, 2013) -- Simmons College has received an Excellence in Commuter Options (ECO) Award from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for the third year in a row. Simmons been designated as a Leader level award winner for its exemplary commuter benefits program.

More information about the ECO awards.

Simmons Named to President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll 7 Years in a Row

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:08:00 GMT

(March 7, 2013) -- Simmons College has been named to the 2013 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). Simmons has received this honor for seven consecutive years, and is one of only 16 colleges in the country - the only one is Massachusetts - to earn the "Honor Roll with Distinction" level for five of the seven years since the Honor Roll began.

Simmons College Radio Earns National Recognition at 73rd Annual IBS Conference

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 19:41:00 GMT

(March 2, 2013) -- Simmons College Radio was the recipient of three national awards at this year's 73rd Annual Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS) International Radio & Webcasting Conference in New York City on March 1.

full story. (simmons.edu)

News from SNHS - March 2013

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:18:58 GMT

(March 1, 2013) -- Nursing news from SNHS.

Williams Named 2013 GNAC Swimming Coach of the Year

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:34:00 GMT

(February 28, 2013) -- Simmons Swimming Head Coach Mindy Williams was named the 2013 Great Northeast Athletic Conference Swimming Coach of the Year announced Thursday by the conference. In just her fifth season at Simmons, this is the second time Williams has received this award from her peers.

full story. (simmons athletics site)

A Day in the Life of Bee Scientist and Simmons Professor Noah Wilson-Rich

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 17:11:50 GMT

(February 27, 2013) -- Even though 30-year-old Noah Wilson-Rich was afraid of every creepy-crawly passing by when he was younger, he is now a scientist who studies bees and bee diseases.

Bees are important not only because they pollinate flowers and crops, but also because they produce honey for our teas and beeswax, an ingredient found in products like lip balm, hand lotion and furniture polish.

Simmons Professor Wilson-Rich, who received his Ph.D. from Tufts University, founded Boston-based Best Bees Company in 2010. The company supports people who want to own and care for their own beehive. The scientist snapped some photos and explained his typical day at work.

full story. (businessinsider.com)

SimmonsPalooza 2013

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 16:08:18 GMT

(February 27, 2013) -- What do Gloria Steinem, Bread & Roses, Whitney Young, Women on Boards, banned books, Simmons Global Day of Service, Stand against Racism, and the Boston Citywide Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast have in common?

They are all part of SimmonsPalooza, which launched in December with "Onawumi Jean Moss: The Soulful Storyteller," continued with Simmons students representing the College at the MLK Jr. breakfast, and is lining up events and activities for 2013 and beyond around the theme: "1965 to 2015: Changing Our World Through Social Justice and Activism."

A Conversation on Philanthropy with Phyllis Nickerson Dotson '62 and George S. Dotson

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:56:00 GMT

(February 25, 2013) -- Phyllis Nickerson Dotson '62 and her husband George S. Dotson of Tulsa, Okla., established a fund at Simmons to promote academic excellence through the Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program for student nurses. Their visionary support, totaling $4 million, has also transformed the nursing labs. Here are excerpts from a conversation with the Dotsons about their approach to philanthropy.

Woman on Campus: Simmons World Challenge

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:18:00 GMT

(February 20, 2013) -- Woman on Campus and Simmons sophomore Sarah J. Galvez '15 is showing her experience participating in the Simmons World Challenge.

For 35 Simmons College sophomores, winter break was about more than just relaxing at home. For two weeks in January, this select group of students remained on campus for the Simmons World Challenge, an intensive program where students develop solutions to some of the world's toughest problems aided by faculty members from across the college in various disciplines. This year's two themes were: immigration and migration, and the failures of modern media as related to social justice issues.

On January 30, the 10 student teams had a chance to present their creative solutions to members of the Simmons community, as well as to representatives from nonprofits and corporations such as Open Society Foundation, The Hyams Foundation, General Electric, ANN Inc., Solidago Foundation, and Rest Devices.

Said Sarah, "this led to long days, longs nights, random dance breaks, and a great sense of self pride when we succeeded!"

Take a look!
watch video. (youtube)

Read more about Simmons World Challenge.

Also be sure to check out last years 300 The Fenway blog post for another look into SWC:
http://www.simmons.edu/blogs/300thefe...

Simmons Snapshot - February 2013 Edition

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 15:50:22 GMT

(February 19, 2013) -- Read the latest edition of Simmons Snapshot. Custom editions for Undergrad, Undergrad Seniors, Undergrad Parents, CAS Grad, GSLIS, SOM, SNHS, and SSW.

"Miss Representation," Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker is Simmons College's Commencement Speaker, May 10

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:02:53 GMT

(February 15, 2013) -- Jennifer Siebel Newsom, an Oscar-nominated filmmaker, actress, and advocate for women and girls, will deliver the Simmons College 108th Commencement address Friday, May 10 at Bank of America Pavilion in Boston.

Full story. (simmons.edu)

Students Solve "Big" Problems: Immigration & Social Justice

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:49:00 GMT

(February 11, 2013) -- For 35 Simmons College sophomores, winter break was about more than just relaxing at home. For two weeks in January, this select group of students remained on campus for the Simmons World Challenge, an intensive program where students develop solutions to some of the world's toughest problems aided by faculty members from across the college in various disciplines. This year’s two themes were: immigration and migration, and the failures of modern media as related to social justice issues.

full story. (simmons.edu)

President Helen Drinan: Super Bowl Demonstrates Need for Culture Change

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 15:33:00 GMT

(February 6, 2013) -- Simmons College President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM uses her Huffington Post blog to discuss the Super Bowl, the objectification of women, and the need for men to join the fight for cultural change, including in the media.

* Read the full blog post.

U.S. Attorney Visits Simmons for Girl Scouts Leadership Conference

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 13:47:00 GMT

(February 6, 2013) -- More than 150 middle and high school girls attended this year's Girl Scout Leadership Conference at Simmons College Sunday, Jan. 27, and heard keynote addresses by U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz and other influential women leaders.

full story. (simmons.edu)

News from SNHS - February 2013

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:40:14 GMT

(February 5, 2013) -- Nursing and nutrition news from SNHS.

Commitment to Education Inspires Gifts Benefiting Students, Faculty

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:37:55 GMT

(February 4, 2013) -- Trustee Toby M. Sloane '60 and husband Carl S. Sloane share a commitment to supporting education with their philanthropy. Their latest gift to Simmons adds $250,000 to the Sloane Family Scholarship Fund, and provides $100,000 to establish a new award recognizing excellence in "student centeredness" in teaching.

New Partnership between Simmons and Downtown Harvard Club of Boston

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 20:33:00 GMT

(February 1, 2013) -- On January 22, 2013, nearly 200 alumnae/i, parents, faculty, and staff attended the inaugural event at the Simmons College Club at the Downtown Harvard Club of Boston. See photos from the event on our Flickr account.

All alumnae/i, faculty, staff, and parents are invited to join the new Simmons College Club at the Downtown Harvard Club of Boston. Membership offers access to the club in Boston and more than 130 reciprocating private clubs around the country and the world. To join, please contact Downtown Harvard Club Member Services at 617-450-8468 or visit them online.

Simmons Featured as One the Best Women's Colleges by VitaminW

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:50:00 GMT

(Feburary 1, 2013) -- The benefits of going to a women's college are backed up by data. A 2008 study by education consultancy group Hardwick Day found women's college graduates are better prepared than their coed counterparts in areas like leadership and analytical thinking.

With a sprawling urban campus in the heart of Boston, Simmons students get all the resources of a major city as well as all the comforts of campus life. Leadership is certainly a part of the Simmons College ethos.

full story. (vitaminw.co)

Professor Dan Connell Editorial on Eritrea Featured in The Boston Globe

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 15:04:21 GMT

(February 1, 2013) -- Communications Professor and Lecturer Dan Connell editorial on Eritrea was featured in The Boston Globe.

full article. (The Boston Globe)

Simmons Institute Recognized as Important Community Partner

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:06:00 GMT

(January 29, 2013) -- Longtime director of the Simmons Institute for Leadership and Change (SILC), Diane Hammer was honored Jan. 22 by the Big Sister Association of Greater Boston as their 2013 Community Partner of the Year.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Lauren Sullivan Michaud '10GS to Head New Program at Landmark School

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 16:56:00 GMT

(January 28, 2013) -- Lauren (Sullivan) Michaud '10GS, a graduate of Marblehead High School and current Beverly resident, has been named the new director of the Skills+ Summer Study Skills Workshop at Landmark School.

full story. (Wicked Local Marlborough)

In Memoriam: Ryan Edmonds Carr

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:54:00 GMT

(January 23, 2013) -- The Simmons library staff is deeply saddened by the loss of their dear colleague, Ryan Edmonds Carr, who passed away early last week due to complications with ovarian cancer.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Trustee Roslyn Watson '71 Challenges Alumnae/i to Support the Black Alumnae/i Symposium Legacy Scholarship

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:39:00 GMT

(January 22, 2013) -- In celebration of the 2013 Black Alumnae/i Symposium, Roslyn Watson '71 challenges you to raise funds for the Black Alumnae/i Symposium Legacy Scholarship. Between now and the Symposium weekend, every gift you make to this scholarship, Ros will match dollar for dollar, up to $150,000.

Female Olympians Visit Simmons for Sports Leadership Event

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 18:57:22 GMT

(January 18, 2013) -- Simmons was buzzing with energy Saturday, January 12 as more than 100 girls, ages 9-12, got a chance to meet members of the Women's National Soccer Team, gold medal winners in the 2012 London Olympics.

full story and photos. (simmons.edu)

Simmons Launches Brand New Monthly eNewsletter For Alumnae/i, Seniors, and Undegraduate Parents

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:19:00 GMT

(January 16, 2013) -- Simmons has launched a fully redesigned monthly enewsletter, including a new name. The inaugural edition of Simmons Snapshot hit inboxes yesterday. The eNewsletter still has separate editions for Undergraduate, CAS Graduate, School of Library and Information Science, School of Management, School of Nursing and Health Sciences, School of Social Work, Undergraduate Seniors, Undergraduate Parents.

Simmons Snapshot - January 2013 - All Editions

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 13:33:00 GMT

(January 15, 2013) -- All editions of the inaugural Simmons Snapshot monthly enewsletter.

Myrlie Evers-Williams '78EE, '01HD to Deliver Invocation at Inauguration

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 16:35:00 GMT

(January 11, 2012) -- President Obama chose Myrlie Evers-Williams '78EE, '01HD, widow of slain civil rights icon Medgar Evers, to deliver the invocation at his public swearing-in on Martin Luther King Day. This is the first time a woman and a layperson has been chosen to deliver this public prayer.

Simmons Names New Provost Sheila "Katie" Conboy

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 16:04:30 GMT

(January 11, 2013) -- Simmons announced today the appointment of Sheila "Katie" Conboy, Ph.D., a skilled academic administrator with a distinguished liberal arts career, as its Provost and Senior Vice President. Her appointment begins July 1, 2013.

Elaine Mittell ’81SW Publishes on Leadership Learning in Field Educator

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 15:24:00 GMT

(January 11, 2013) -- Elaine Mittell '81SW, an adjunct professor in the Simmons School of Social Work, published "Promoting Leadership Learning in Clinical Field Education" in Field Educator, the SSW's online journal promoting exchange among the social work field education community.

Full story.

Simmons Nursing Students Learn from Alumnae on the Job

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:19:29 GMT

(January 10, 2013) -- "The students are definitely adding an extra dimension to the lives – and the health – of seniors living in this community."

That's how Adele Pike, clinical instructor at the Simmons School of Nursing and Health Sciences, assessed the impact of the six Simmons nursing students she taught during their fall-semester clinical in community health nursing at Springhouse, a senior living community in Jamaica Plain, MA. The community includes a facility for seniors requiring "memory care," and each Simmons student was paired with a resident throughout the semester.

Professor Joan C. Abrams '71 Nominated to Rhode Island Board of Education

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:10:00 GMT

(January 10, 2013) -- Joan C. Abrams '71, Communications professor at Simmons, is among the 10 nominees to the Rhode Island Board of Education proposed by Gov. Lincoln Chafee on Tuesday. Abrams is also a Trustee of Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum.

full story.

Alumnae Discuss Fiscal Cliff on PBS's News Hour

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:32:00 GMT

(January 9, 2013) -- Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD and Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz '70, '08HD discussed budget options surrounding the fiscal cliff on PBS's News Hour.

Nutrition Professor Teresa Fung on Panel of Experts for Best Diets for 2013

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:20:00 GMT

(January 8, 2013) -- Teresa Fung, professor of nutrition, was included on a U.S.News & World Report panel of experts for the best diets for 2013.

full story.

Professor Gives TED Talk on Urban Beekeeping

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 16:33:00 GMT

(January 4, 2013) -- Urban beekeeping expert and Simmons Professor of Biology Noah Wilson-Rich gave a popular TED talk on the importance of honeybees and the key role they play in creating a sustainable eco-system in cities.

Sandra Fenwick '72 Named the New CEO of Boston Children's Hospital

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 20:41:00 GMT

(January 2, 2013) -- Boston Children's Hospital trustees have reached inside the organization to name Sandra L. Fenwick '72 as the next chief executive of the nation's largest pediatric research institution.

Fenwick, 62, who is now president and chief operating officer, will take over the top job at Harvard-affiliated Children's next Oct. 1 from Dr. James Mandell.

full story. (bostonglobe.com)

Former AAEB Treasurer and Current Class of 1937 Treasurer Winifred Kneisel '37 Featured on Wicked Local Waltham

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 14:36:00 GMT

(January 2, 2013) -- Winifred Kneisel '37 is 97 years young and involved in the Waltham community and lives on the second floor of the two family house her paternal grandfather built in 1914. She was born there in 1915.

Full story. (Wicked Local Waltham)

President Drinan Shares Advice for Fathers in Huffington Post

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:36:00 GMT

(December 14, 2012) -- In her most recent blog post for the Huffington Post, President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM offers fathers and other caregivers advice to help their daughters succeed in life.

SOM MCM Director Richard Cravatts Writes OpEd Piece on Northeastern University's Chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP)

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:48:00 GMT

(December 13, 2012) -- School of Management Communications Management Director Richard Cravatts writes an Op-Ed piece on Northeastern chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) and their call for murder of Jews.

full story. (israelnationalnews.com)

Chief Justice of Massachusetts District Court Coming to Simmons

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:39:00 GMT

(December 12, 2012) -- Chief Justice of the Massachusetts District Court Lynda Connolly says she is retiring in March to take a position at Simmons College.

full story. (WBUR.org)

Simmons Trustee Shares Insights on Increasing Women on Boards

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:38:00 GMT

(December 12, 2012) -- Simmons College hosted an expert panel discussion on achieving more gender diversity in U.S. corporate boardrooms, sponsored by 2020 Women on Boards. 2020 Women on Boards aims to raise the percentage of women on U.S. corporate boards to 20 percent or greater by the year 2020.

Among the panelists speaking is Roslyn Watson '71, president and founder of Watson Venture, a real estate investment company. Watson currently serves on the Boards of Directors of American Express Bank, FSB, an OCC regulated thrift where she serves on the Audit and Risk Committee, The Dreyfus Laurel Mutual Funds, where she chairs the Compensation Committee, and the Dreyfus Institutional Cash Management Funds.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Hannah Rodgers Barnaby '00GS Announced as YALSA's 2013 Morris Award Finalist

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 13:49:58 GMT

(December 12, 2012) -- Young Adult Library Services Association(YALSA) selected five books as finalists for the 2013 William C. Morris Award, which honors a book written for young adults by a previously unpublished author. YALSA will name the 2013 award winner at the Youth Media Awards on January 28 during ALA's Midwinter Meeting in Seattle.

full story.

Simmons eNews - December 2012 (All Editions) with letter from President Helen Drinan

Fri, 07 Dec 2012 20:24:40 GMT

(December 2012) -- Feature story includes a Simmons survey featured in the New York Times and the Boston Business Journal. President Drinan's participation on a panel of women college presidents, recap on the Warburg lecture on global health, Barbara Lee '67, '01HD being named Emerge woman of the year, #GivingTuesday recap, and Giving Back to Move Simmons Forward.

Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners (MCNP) Breakfast Reception

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:45:12 GMT

(December 5, 2012) -- Dr. Patricia White and Dr.Rebecca Donohue, professors of practice in nursing, with Massachusetts Senate President Therese Murray, attending the Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners (MCNP) breakfast reception.

Simmons Study on Gender Disparities featured in New York Times, Boston Business Journal

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:27:00 GMT

(November 30, 2012) -- On November 8, 2012, Simmons College and Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts presented findings from their joint study "Dreaming Big: What's Gender Got to Do With It?"

President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM Participates in Panel Discussing Paths to College Presidency

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:20:49 GMT

(November 30, 2012) -- On November 26, President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM was a featured speaker for a panel discussion on the pathway to becoming a college president. She was joined by the five female college presidents of the Colleges of the Fenway, who are all featured in the new book Boston Inspirational Women by noted Boston Globe photographer Bill Brett and Kerry Brett

Warburg Lecture on Global Health as a U.S. Foreign Policy Priority

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:15:37 GMT

(November 30, 2012) -- On November 13, Simmons hosted the first Warburg Lecture of the year. Ambassador (ret.) Jimmy J. Kolker discussed global health as an emerging U.S. foreign policy priority, underscoring the particular importance of women's health issues.

Simmons Participates in First Ever #GivingTuesday

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:10:00 GMT

(November 30, 2012) -- On November 27, the Simmons community provided an outstanding level of support for a wonderful new philanthropic tradition, "#GivingTuesday."

Simmons eNews - November 2012 (All Editions)

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 15:38:00 GMT

(November 13, 2012) -- The November Edition of eNews was delivered yesterday. Customized editions for each of the schools as well as for Parents and Seniors. Feature stories include: Alumnae Volunteers Visit Campus for Annual Leadership Weekend, International Women's Advocate and Former Congresswoman Marjorie Margolies Visits Simmons, Library Journal Survey Ranks Simmons #1 in Career Placements, Dean Judy Beal Inducted as a Fellow into the American Academy of Nursing, SOM Ranked #1 "Greatest Opportunity for Women" in Nation by The Princeton Review, and SSW Fall 2012 Edition of Field Educator Available Now.

SOM Professor Paula Gutlove Featured in Huffington Post

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 18:52:15 GMT

(November 9, 2012) -- SOM Professor Paula Gutlove was featured in the Huffington Post yesterday. Her blog post titled - Flirting With Negotiation -- Redefining 'Feminine Charm' - which discusses the study done at U.C. Berkeley to quantify and measure what the researchers call "feminine charm," which they say is a mixture of friendliness and flirting.

full post.

Major Commitment to Benefit Japanese Women's Leadership Initiative and Create New Scholarship

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 14:40:53 GMT

(November 8, 2012) -- Trustee Atsuko Toko Fish and her husband, Lawrence K. Fish, have made a half-million dollar commitment to two significant forms of global outreach in partnership with Simmons. The couple has pledged half of the funds for the Japanese Women's Leadership Initiative and designated the balance for a new Fish Scholarship Fund at Simmons.

Gift Supports Simmons Commitment to Global Learning, Outreach, and Solutions

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 14:31:04 GMT

(November 8, 2012) -- Simmons and Grace Richardson '60 share a strong commitment to women's issues and international outreach. So the former Colgate-Palmolive senior executive decided to think globally about women when she contributed $250,000 to our Making Education Work Campaign.

Trustee Carmen Baez '79, '03HD Shares Expertise, Offers Advice to Students

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:46:00 GMT

(November 8, 2012) -- The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) and the Simmons Communications Department welcomed Carmen Baez '79, '03HD, president of DAS Latin America group at Omnicom, to campus to discuss her career and the importance of staying connected to the Simmons community. Baez highlighted the stepping stones in the development of her career.

Leadership Weekend 2012 Honors Leadership Volunteers

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 20:15:16 GMT

(November 5, 2012) -- On October 19-20, 2012, Simmons College welcomed over 100 alumnae volunteers to campus for the annual Leadership Weekend. On Friday, we recognized the dedication of our alumnae volunteers with a dinner and the presentation of special awards to a number of leaders in our community.

News from SNHS - November 2012

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:54:54 GMT

(November 2, 2012) -- Nursing and nutrition news from the School of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Simmons and Girl Scouts Study Finds Gender Factors Early in Career Choices

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 14:10:55 GMT

(November 2, 2012) -- A new study published by the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts and Simmons College has found that girls see fewer career options for themselves than for boys, especially in areas related to science, technology, engineering and math.

full story. (bostonbusinessjournal.com)

Simmons SSW Professional Development Institute: Clinical Certificate Program in Advanced Group Work Practice

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 13:07:00 GMT

(October 30, 2012) -- As more agencies shift from individual to group focused treatment and increase their group services in order to better meet the needs of their clients, or out of fiscal necessity, practitioners are faced with the challenge of offering an expanded menu of groups, including more specialized groups. This certificate program will strengthen the skills that clinicians are already utilizing, while providing a more varied and sophisticated conceptual framework and tools with which to practice.

President Drinan Blog on Huffington Post About Why Women Must Stand Up for Themselves in the Workplace

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 13:08:00 GMT

(October 25, 2012) -- Like me, the students at Simmons College, a small liberal arts women's undergraduate college in Boston where I am president, have the same hope for a bright future. They all want the opportunity to prove their worth and accomplish their career goals.

full story. (huffingtonpost.com)

SNHS Dean Judy Beal Officially Inducted as a Fellow into the American Academy of Nursing

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 17:40:19 GMT

(October 16, 2012) -- On Saturday, October 13, Dean Judy Beal was inducted into the American Academy of Nursing. The American Academy of Nursing invites nursing's most accomplished leaders to join the Academy as Fellows and participate in their mission to promote knowledge-driven healthcare policy and to actively inform and participate in healthcare reform.

Points of Pride

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 17:26:40 GMT

(October 22, 2012) -- Rankings, women's leadership, recognition & awards, student recognition & experience, and special accreditation and certification.

more information. (simmons.edu)

Student-Run Conference Looks at Gender, Justice and Social Entrepreneurship

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 14:39:00 GMT

(October 19, 2012) -- Simmons held its first annual Gender, Justice, and Social Entrepreneurship Conference October 11, bringing the College community together to talk about social justice as it relates to gender and the food industry.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Strategy 2015: Two-Year Review

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:46:18 GMT

(October 2012) -- It's been two years since the Simmons Board of Trustees approved Strategy 2015, the College's five-year strategic plan. This plan outlines five strategic opportunities for the College to focus on in order to lead Simmons to a successful future.

You will read about the work that has been done to achieve these five opportunities, which will help Simmons deliver on our core purpose of transformative learning that links passion with lifelong purpose.

Strategy 2015: Two-Year Review (PDF)

SOM's New Management Magazine Awarded by Columbia Scholastic Press Association

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 13:42:05 GMT

(October 17, 2012) -- Management Magazine, a new Simmons School of Management publication produced by master's students in the Communications Management Program, was recently named a winner in the 29th Gold Circle Awards program of the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA). CSPA is affiliated with the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University.

SOM Ranked #1 "Greatest Opportunity For Women" in Nation by The Princeton Review

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 17:19:03 GMT

Simmons Also Ranked #5 Among "Best Green MBA" Programs

(October 11, 2012) -- The Simmons School of Management has once again been ranked #1 in the category of "Greatest Opportunity for Women" by The Princeton Review, in its 2013 guidebook of "The Best 296 Business Schools."

full story. (simmons.edu)

Simmons Helps to Develop Japanese Women Leaders

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:40:00 GMT

(October 10, 2012) -- The Japanese Women's Leadership Initiative (JWLI) Fellows Program wrapped up its sixth year of programming at the Simmons College School of Management in September. The goal of the program is to help Japanese women move from traditional roles and become leaders of social change in their home country.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Simmons eNews - October 2012 (All Editions)

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:32:00 GMT

(October 10, 2012) -- The October Edition of eNews was delivered yesterday. Customized editions for each of the schools as well as for Parents and Seniors. The Feature Story for all editions was the $2 Million gift from Phyllis Nickerson Dotson '62 and her husband George S. Dotson to expand the successful Bridge and Mentoring Program.

President Drinan Working with the Girl Scouts to Help Girls Achieve Success

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 18:11:40 GMT

(October 5, 2012) -- President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM is working with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEM) on an upcoming conference "Dreaming Big – What's Gender Got to do With It?" The conference will be held at Simmons on November 8 and will focus on the findings of a recent survey commissioned by Simmons and GSEM that looks at career aspirations of middle school students and the impact of girl-serving organizations.

full story.

Program for Women in Career Transition

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 18:10:16 GMT

(October 5, 2012) -- Alumnae considering a career change are encouraged to sign up for Simmons's Career Health Program – six group sessions that will engage participants in a process that aligns personal and career goals with viable strategies to manage healthy careers.

more information.

Ambassador Bellamy Discusses Tragedy in Libya; Perils and Importance of Diplomacy

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 18:09:00 GMT

(October 5, 2012) -- Warburg Chair in International Relations Ambassador Bellamy discusses the perils faced by Foreign Service representatives, and the vital role they play building bridges and finding common ground among nations.

full story.

Simmons Launches New Center for Excellence in Teaching

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 18:05:49 GMT

(October 5, 2012) -- Simmons launched the Center for Excellence in Teaching (CET), which will help faculty find resources for their teaching, exchange ideas with colleagues, and try new teaching ideas. At Convocation, senior class officers announced that they would be donating $1,000 to purchase CET-recommended books for Beatley Library.

full story.

SOM Reunion 2012 Celebrated Community

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 15:00:00 GMT

(October 5, 2012) -- On September 29, 2012, the School of Management welcomed more than 70 alumnae/i to campus for their Reunion.

A Week of Inspiring Community Dialogues with Woodrow Wilson Fellow Marjorie Margolies

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 14:49:12 GMT

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October 2012 News from SNHS

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 19:46:15 GMT

(October 2, 2012) -- Nursing and nutrition news from SNHS.

Diane Frankel Schoenfeld Named Director of Alumnae/i Relations

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 19:24:19 GMT

(October 2, 2012) -- Diane Frankel Schoenfeld recently joined Simmons staff as director of alumnae/i relations. She will be working with members of the undergraduate and graduate alumnae/i communities to enhance engagement, increase giving participation, recognize and utilize professional expertise, and encourage volunteer service by strategically enhancing and developing programs and projects

$2 Million Gift Expands Impact of Successful Bridge and Mentoring Program for Student Nurses

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 19:17:00 GMT

(October 2, 2012) -- The Simmons School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) was able to launch the innovative Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program in 2008 thanks to the visionary philanthropic support of Phyllis Nickerson Dotson '62 and her husband George S. Dotson. Since then, the Tulsa, Okla. couple's gift has had a powerful impact on the nursing program, its students, and its lab facilities.

Simmons College Trustman Art Gallery Presents: Nature Vive and Nature Morte

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:51:00 GMT

(October 1, 2012) — Simmons College presents Nature Vive and Nature Morte from October 9 — November 8 at the Trustman Art Gallery, located on the fourth floor, Main College Building, 300 the Fenway in Boston. A reception from 5—7 p.m. will be held on Thursday, October 11. The exhibit and reception are free and open to the public.

more information.

Simmons Students Participate in U.S. Department of State Grant Program for Women's Leadership

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 15:50:00 GMT

(September 24, 2012) -- Ten Simmons College students and 20 visiting students from Africa participated in a 5-week leadership development program hosted by Simmons this summer. "The Study of the U.S. Institute on Women's Leadership" program was part of a broader U.S. Department of State initiative designed to promote a better understanding of the U.S. abroad, and to help develop future world leaders.

full story.

Simmons Named a "Best College" by U.S.News & World Report, The Princeton Review, and Forbes.com

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:02:14 GMT

(September 12, 2012) -- Simmons has been named a "Best College" by U.S.News & World Report in its 2013 edition of the "America's Best Colleges" guidebook. Simmons ranked in the top tier of schools in the Regional Universities North category.

This is the third premier rankings organization to cite Simmons for excellence in the past two months. Simmons was featured in The Princeton Review's 2013 college guidebook as one of the nation's "Best 377 Colleges" and was named by Forbes.com as one of "American's 650 Top Colleges" in 2012.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Two Sharks Receive GNAC Rookie of the Week Honors

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 12:45:00 GMT

(September 12, 2012) -- Simmons tennis first year Meghan Cokely '16 (Haverhill, Mass.) and volleyball first year Raeann Nesta '16(Niantic, Conn.) were each named Great Northeast Athletic Conference Rookie of the Week announced Tuesday.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Simmons eNews - September 2012

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 18:52:38 GMT

(September 11, 2012) -- All editions of the monthly eNewsletter to alumnae/i, parents, and seniors.

Sophomore Amelia Cordischi '15 Wins NFL Fan Flag Competition

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 13:37:52 GMT

(September 11, 2012) -- Earlier this summer, Simmons Sophomore Amelia Cordischi '15 entered a contest offered by the NFL to design a flag for the New England Patriots to be unveiled at the 2012 Kickoff Pre-game festivities. The NFL Fan Flag Challenge's requirements included the design of a flag depicting her region's team, a 100-word essay describing the design's vision, and a 200-word essay of what inspired her to create the flag. Cordischi was also required to describe in her essays what being an NFL fan means not only to her, but other fans too.

Nursing Professor Makada Kamara Assists With Non-Hospital Births in Bermuda

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 15:29:46 GMT

(September 7, 2012) -- Makada Kamara, associate professor of practice in nursing and the Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program, is one of the U.S. nurse midwives allowed to assist in non-hospital births in Bermuda.

full story. (The Royal Gazette online)

Simmons Convocation Celebrates the Opening of a New Academic Year

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 19:09:39 GMT

(September 6, 2012) -- On September 5, 2012, Simmons celebrated academic excellence and the start the 2012-2013 school year with the all-college Convocation featuring Barbara E. Walvoord, interim director, Center for Excellence in Teaching. Later, Ambassador William Mark Bellamy, the recently named Warburg Chair in International Relations, spoke at the undergraduate Honors Convocation.

Fall Message from SOMAA President Charlotte Streat '00SM

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 17:32:34 GMT

(September 2012) -- Fall message from SOMAA president Charlotte Streat '00SM.

Amanda Strauss '12GS, '12LS Awarded Graduate Consortium in Women's Studies' Writing Prize

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 17:17:09 GMT

(September 5, 2012) -- Amanda Strauss '12GS, '12LS was the co-winner of the Graduate Consortium in Women's Studies writing prize for her paper, "A Surprising Sisterhood: The Feminist Alliance of Housewives and Prostitutes, 1973 – 1983." Sarah Leonard, interim director of the history graduate program said, "She won in a highly competitive field, open to masters and Ph.D. students from Harvard, MIT, BU, Tufts, BC, Northeastern, Brandeis, and UMass Boston."

Professor Dan Connell Featured in New York Times, Middle East Report

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 15:54:00 GMT

(September 5, 2012) -- Dan Connell, senior lecturer in the departments of communications and political science/international relations, is a noted scholar on African politics. He received research funding from Simmons to travel to Ethiopia in May and June of this year. Afterwards, he published an article in the South Africa-based Mail & Guardian "Eritrean tyranny fuels mass exit." He was quoted in a New York Times article by Jeffrey Gettleman concerning the death of Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi. He also conducted a live interview with BBC World Service and published "Escaping Eritrea: Why They Flee and What They Face" in the fall 2012 issue of Middle East Report, for which he serves as a contributing editor.

September 2012 News from SNHS

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 15:09:08 GMT

(September 4, 2012) -- Nursing and Nutrition news from SNHS.

Dr. Renée Bergland Named Hazel Dick Leonard Chair

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 14:20:26 GMT

(September 4, 2012) -- Provost Charlena Seymour has announced the immediate appointment of Dr. Renée Bergland, Professor of English, as the next Hazel Dick Leonard Chair, for a term of five years.

Simmons Becomes National Ally in Women's Equality Movement

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:25:00 GMT

(September 4, 2012) -- Simmons recently became a National Ally of Vision 2020, a national initiative for women's economic and social equality that works with affiliated organizations to advance issues of importance to women.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Ambassador William M. Bellamy Named New Warburg Chair for 2012-2013

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 17:50:00 GMT

(August 28, 2012) -- Simmons welcomes Ambassador William M. Bellamy (ret.) as the next Warburg Chair of International Relations. His first official duty at Simmons will be to deliver the afternoon Convocation speech on September 5.

Alumna Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD on the Presidential Race

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 14:17:11 GMT

(August 27, 2012) -- Newswoman Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD, with Boston roots, talks about upcoming Republican National Convention.

full story. (Boston Globe Magazine)

Letter to the Editor About Womens Colleges from Alumna Julie Widrow '90

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 14:11:02 GMT

(August 27, 2012) -- ARGUING THAT the acceptance of women to Augusta National Golf Club shows it’s time for women's colleges to admit men, as Albert P. Cardarelli does in his letter to the editor, is an apples and oranges scenario ("As male bastions open up, it's time for elite women's colleges to follow," Aug. 23). Private women's colleges offer more to students than a degree — they offer a learning environment, too.

full story. (boston.com)

Several Alums Now Teaching in the Lynnfield School District

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 16:06:00 GMT

(August 24, 2012) -- John Davison '11GS - Grade 1, Masters in Elem. Teaching; Molly Tremblay '2GS - SPED, Masters in Moderate Special Education (Prek-8); Alexandra Caram '12LS - Media Specialist, Masters of Library Science; Lindsay Roeder - Grade 6 English, Masters of Arts in Teaching Elementary Ed. 1- 6; Veronica Rogers - Grade 5 English, Masters of Arts in Teaching; Kathleen Stevens '11, '12GS - Grade 5 Science, Masters of Arts in Teaching

full story. (lynnfieldpatch.com)

Princeton Review Names Simmons Among America's "Best 377 Colleges" for 2013

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 19:11:11 GMT

(August 22, 2012) -- For the eighth consecutive year, Simmons College was named one of the top colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review in its "Best 377 Colleges" 2013 edition guidebook. Only 15 percent of America's 2,500 four-year and three-year colleges are featured in the book.

full story. (simmons.edu)

SOM Career Services Office Update - September 2012

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 15:47:00 GMT

(August 22, 2012) -- The latest news, jobs, promotions, career events, and more from the School of Management Career Services Office.

Students Learn about Non-Profit Management

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 18:36:42 GMT

(August 21, 2012) -- After nine weeks of immersion in select Boston area non-profits, three Simmons College students who took part in the 2012 Scott/Ross Fellowship team shared their findings with Simmons professors and members of the local non-profit community.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Sharks Lacrosse Named to 2012 IWLCA Academic Squad

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 15:52:01 GMT

(August 21, 2012) -- Simmons Lacrosse was named to the 2012 Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association Division III All-Academic Squad announced Monday by the IWLCA.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Sharks Basketball Coach Kristen Rasmussen Tarr Speaks at Honan Summer League

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 15:50:20 GMT

(August 21, 2012) -- Simmons head basketball coach Kristen Rasmussen Tarr spoke at the Honan Summer League girls' high school championship game on July 30 about the importance of Title IX and the women who made it possible for equal play.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Sharks Softball Represent USA in International Softball Tour

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:54:00 GMT

(August 15, 2012) -- Simmons graduating senior Samantha Hodgkins '12, and rising juniors Emily Cunningham '14 and Christina Mulcahy '14 joined other Division II and III student athletes from across the country, to represent the United States in an international softball tournament hosted by American International Sports Teams this summer in Italy.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Simmons Receives 2011-2012 GNAC Sportsmanship Award

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:24:00 GMT

(August 15, 2012) -- Simmons College was presented with the 2011-2012 Great Northeast Athletic Conference Sportsmanship Award on Wednesday, August 8 at the conference's professional development day in Boston, Massachusetts.

full story. (simmons.edu)

House, Senate Pass Bill to Let Simmons College Renovate Daly Field in Brighton

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 15:15:41 GMT

(August 3, 2012) -- State lawmakers voted this week to pass a bill that will allow the state to lease Daly Field in Brighton to a private, nonprofit friends group and to have Simmons College renovate the run-down green space.

full story. (boston.com)

Mass General Heart Center Is Named for E. Gerald Corrigan and SOM Dean Cathy Minehan

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 15:15:00 GMT

(August 3, 2012) -- The commitment to Massachusetts General Hospital shown by E. Gerald Corrigan, PhD, and Cathy Minehan is well known. Cathy has been chair of the hospital's Board of Trustees since mid 2008, and five years ago, Jerry made a gift that both named the cardiac intensive care unit and established the Elizabeth Anne and Karen Barlow Corrigan Women's Heart Health Program.

The couple recently made an extraordinary $20 million gift that supports innovation and research in the Women's Heart Health Program and throughout the MGH Heart Center. In recognition of this, Mass General leadership has named the MGH Heart Center after Jerry and Cathy. Going forward, it will be known as the Corrigan Minehan Heart Center.

full story. (massgeneralmag.org)

GRLZ Radio Visits Simmons

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:35:00 GMT

(August 2, 2012) -- For the fourth year in a row, members of the Boston after school program GRLZ Radio were invited to Simmons College for a campus tour and some valuable on-air coaching from Simmons Radio Director Len Mailloux.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Professor Kelly Hager Says "Bleak House" Was Dickens's Best Novel

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:23:00 GMT

(August 2, 2012) -- What was Charles Dickens's best novel? It depends whom you ask of course. Here then are six impassioned, knowledgeable opinions on the topic of the best Dickens novel, including Associate Professor Kelly Hager's.

full story. (themillions.com)

Professor Afaa Michael Weaver Featured in The Somerville News

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 13:29:00 GMT

(August 2, 2012) -- Somerville Poet Afaa Michael Weaver: From the mean streets of East Baltimore to a road paved with literary acclaim

full interview. (thesomervillenews.com)

SOM Dean Minehan Discusses with WSJ Why All-Female School is Best Training Ground

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 13:22:47 GMT

(August 2, 2012) -- The best training ground for success in a male-dominated business world is a classroom full of women, says Cathy E. Minehan, dean of the Simmons School of Management.

In a coed environment, "male leadership roles remain unchallenged, and women are left with 'play the game our way, or go home,'" she says.

full story. (wsj.com)

August 2012 News from SNHS

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 18:50:00 GMT

(August 1, 2012) -- Nutrition and nursing news from the School of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Global Simmons - GSLIS in Korea

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 14:02:32 GMT

(July 31, 2012) -- Faculty, students, and friends of Simmons GSLIS report on conferences, activities, and projects around the globe.

Dispatches from the Field blog.

Assistant Prof. Rebecca Morris Featured on Harvard EdCast

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:59:05 GMT

(July 30, 2012) -- Assistant Prof. Rebecca Morris was interviewed by the Harvard Graduate School of Education, Harvard EdCast. The podcast is about issues in education. Morris talked about her work at GSLIS and today's school libraries and librarians.

Listen to the podcast.

Summit Held at Simmons Aims to Prevent Dating Violence

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:15:00 GMT

(July 27, 2012) -- Boston's Public Health Commission partnered with local social service agencies to put on its third annual "Break-Up Summit" for teens as part of a $1 million, four-year grant from Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The event has held at Simmons College.

Nationwide, the $18 million program known as Start Strong is aimed at teaching teens in 11 cities to prevent dating violence by ending relationships in a way that doesn't spark negative behavior – cheating, public humiliation, or worse.

full story. (Daily Chronicle)

Simmons eNews - July 2012 (All Editions)

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:01:17 GMT

(July 2012) -- Feature Story: Simmons Hosts 20 Women from Five African Countries to Examine "Women Changing the Face of Leadership"
"Double Your Gift" Match from Grace Richardson '60 Motivated Simmons Community to Increase Support
100-Year Vision Road Show Visited Alumnae/i, Parents, and Friends Across the Country and more...

Professor Zachary Abuza Special Guest on TalkThursday

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 13:04:00 GMT

(July 24, 2012) -- Rappler's Maria Ressa talks to Zachary Abuza in this week's edition of #TalkThursday.

Watch video.

Carol Bonner '74SW Named CAS Interim Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Academic Affairs

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:46:35 GMT

(July 19, 2012) -- Dr. Carol Bonner '74SW has returned to Simmons to join Dean Renée T. White as the Interim Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Academic Affairs for the 2012-2013 academic year.

NEWMAC Adds Simmons College as Associate Member in Women's Rowing

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:08:00 GMT

(July 18, 2012) -- Simmons College will join the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) as an associate member in the sport of women's rowing, the league announced. Simmons will become the conference's seventh women's crew program and will compete in the NEWMAC championship beginning in 2013.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Simmons Provost Dr. Charlena Seymour to Retire at the End of Academic Year 2013

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 20:14:00 GMT

(July 13, 2012) -- Dr. Charlena Seymour, provost and chief academic officer at Simmons College, announced that she will retire at the end of the 2012-2013 academic year.

100-Year Vision Road Show Visited Alumnae/i, Parents, and Friends Across the Country

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 19:51:00 GMT

(July 13, 2012) -- President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM recently completed a 16-city tour, meeting with hundreds of alumnae/i, parents, and friends across the country to discuss her long-range vision for the future of Simmons. She also talked about Strategy 2015, which is guiding the College's progress over the next few years, supported by the Making Education Work Campaign.

"Double Your Gift" Match from Grace Richardson '60 Motivated Simmons Community to Increase Support

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 19:39:00 GMT

(July 13, 2012) -- The "Double Your Gift" match challenge from Grace Richardson '60 motivated the Simmons community to rise to challenge with generous year-end support. Together we raised over $550,000 in the month of June!

Simmons Hosts 20 Women from Five African Countries to Examine "Women Changing the Face of Leadership"

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 19:30:00 GMT

(July 13, 2012) -- Simmons College hosted 20 undergraduate women from five African counties, along with 10 Simmons students, for a U.S. State Department initiative designed to promote a better understanding of the United States abroad and to help develop future world leaders.

Nutrition Professor Teresa Fung Appointed Associate Editor of the Epidemiology Section of the Journal of Nutrition

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 17:09:00 GMT

(July 13, 2012) -- Nutrition Professor Teresa Fung has been appointed associate editor of the epidemiology section of the Journal of Nutrition. Her 18-month term began July 1. Fung will have a major role in manuscript editorial decisions, including acceptance and rejection of manuscripts. The Journal of Nutrition is ranked the third most prominent nutrition journal in the United States by Impact Factor, which ranks journals by how often papers were cited in other research papers.

Margaret Credle Thomas '96SW Named New METCO Director

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 18:51:00 GMT

(July 10, 2012) -- Margaret Credle Thomas '96SW of Hyde Park has accepted the position of METCO director for the school district, the superintendent's office of the Arlington public schools announced Tuesday, Juily 10. Longtime director Stephen Pereira retired last month after for 32 years in Arlington.

full story. (yourarlington.com)

Toni Kaus '88LS Retires from Prescott Public Library

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 18:32:47 GMT

(July 10, 2012) -- Toni Kaus '88LS retired and turned over leadership of the Prescott Public Library to longtime Deputy Library Director Roger Saft on June 18.

Kaus' 10 years as library director culminated a 23-year career at the Prescott Library, which began when she took on the assistant library director position in 1989.

Prior to that, Kaus received her master's degree in library and information science at Simmons College in Boston.

full story. (The Daily Courier)

July 2012 News from SNHS

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 15:48:11 GMT

(July 2012) -- Nursing and Nutrition news from SNHS.

Simmons and the Daly Field Project in Brighton

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 14:12:00 GMT

(July 10, 2012) -- Simmons has formed an exciting new partnership — the Allston-Brighton Friends of Daly Field — between Simmons College, the Boston Public Schools, including but not limited to Brighton High School, and the Allston-Brighton and surrounding communities to oversee and support the renovation of Daly Field, a public playing field in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston.

Simmons's statement.

Kristin Cashore '04GS: By the Book

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:47:00 GMT

(July 5, 2012) -- New York Times Sunday Book Review featuring Kristin Cashore '04GS.

full interview.

SOM Dean Minehan's Response to The Atlantic Article "Why Women Still Can't Have It All"

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 17:36:00 GMT

(June 29, 2012) -- I have been following the media dust-up over Anne-Marie Slaughter's "Why Women Still Can't Have It All" story in The Atlantic with much interest. As a former CEO, a member of several boards, and dean of the only business school in the country designed for women, I'm all too familiar with this topic.

full story. (boston.com)

Simmons Drops Ads Over Slurs in Boston Police Union Paper

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:23:00 GMT

(June 28, 2012) -- Simmons College will reportedly no longer advertise in "Pax Centurion," after becoming aware of racially charged content in the bimonthly newspaper published by the Boston Police Patrolmen's Association.

full story. (Boston Business Journal)

Simmons Supports Young Leaders at the 2012 "Ten Outstanding Young Leaders" Awards Ceremony

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 12:40:00 GMT

(June 25, 2012) -- Simmons was the lead sponsor for the 2012 "Ten Outstanding Young Leaders" (TOYL) awards presented by the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. Simmons School of Management Dean Cathy Minehan provided opening remarks to the audience, talking about Simmons's long history and commitment to women's leadership.

full story. (simmons.edu)

Professor Leanne Doherty Conducted a Study that Found Title IX Builds Female Leaders

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 15:48:00 GMT

(June 22, 2012) -- While link between increasing access to sports and becoming elected to office might merely reflect changing social structures, there is new research to suggest that athletic participation has become a social eligibility factor in the success of candidates for elected office. A study conducted by Dr. Leanne Doherty from Simmons College found that athletic experience is cited by 25% of candidates who run for Congress to increase their viability in the eyes of voters. This included talking about sports experiences they had in high school or college, or that of family members.

full story. (care2.com)

3 Ways to Improve Women's Networks in Organizations, Survey from the Simmons College Women's Leadership Initiative

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 15:07:00 GMT

(June 22, 2012) -- The Simmons students in the Masters in Communications Management Program recently launched the inaugural issue of their new Management magazine. One of the issues they tackle is the effectiveness of women's networks within organizations. Some of the findings are not surprising, like the fact that women who are active in their organizations find them effective. But the authors of the article (aptly named "Panacea or Placebo"), Patricia Deyton and Deborah Marlino, have some useful conclusions on how to make women's networks more effective for all women in the company.

full story. (newsonwomen.com)

June eNews - All Editions, Message from President Helen Drinan

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 18:56:11 GMT

(June 19, 2012) -- The June issue of eNews is now available online. Read an introductory message from President Helen Drinan and also read and see photos from Commencement and Reunion Weekend.

Simmons Mourns the Loss of Former Dean Anne Coghlan

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:35:00 GMT

(June 18, 2012) -- Emerita Dean Anne E. Coghlan '48, '98HD, former professor of Biology and Simmons Dean of Arts and Sciences, died Wednesday at her home in Milton, Mass. after a short illness. She worked at the College from 1962 until her retirement in 1993. Prior to her appointment as Dean in 1977, she was a professor of biology. Peggy Loeb '62, former director of public information and long-time editor of the Simmons Review, said Dean Coghlan was "a marvelous teacher, a good friend, and had a wonderful laugh!"

Social Return on Investment - SOMAA Grantees

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 18:36:23 GMT

(June 14, 2012) – The SOMAA was proud to support Michelle Kweder and Maria Konizeski (both from SOM class of 2011) to attend a Social Return on Investment (SROI) workshop hosted by Simmons School of Management and the Boston Foundation. On May 18-19, 2012 Jeremy Nicholls, CEO, The Social Return on Investment (SROI) Network, led a training on SROI, an approach to understanding and managing the value of "impact activities", or those activities encompassed in social, environmental and community programming.

Wicked Author Gregory Maguire '78GS Speaks at National Children's Literature Conference Held at Simmons

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 13:17:46 GMT

(June 14, 2012) -- More than 400 scholars, critics, and literary professionals are expected to attend the 39th Annual Children's Literature Association Conference hosted by Simmons and featuring renown author Gregory Maguire '78GS. Maguire is a Simmons alumnus and former children's literature professor whose book Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West was adapted into a hit Broadway play.

The three-day national conference will be held June 14-16 and Maguire will deliver the distinguished Francelia Butler Lecture on Friday, June 15.

full story. (300 the fenway/simmons.edu)

Big Sister Association Interviews President Drinan

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:45:00 GMT

(June 13, 2012) -- Big Sister had the opportunity to interview President Helen Drinan about the importance of mentors, community partnerships, and education.

Read the interview.

Professor Emerita Ching-chih Chen was Keynote Speaker at International Conference on Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Libraries (QQML)

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:41:00 GMT

(June 13, 2012) -- LIT Library hosted the International Conference on Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Libraries (QQML) May 22-25, 2012 in the Absolute Hotel Limerick. The Conference was officially opened by Major of Limerick Cllr Jim Long.

Keynote Speaker at the Conference was Ching-chih Chen a leading expert and speaker in the field of Digital Information Management and Technology. Mrs. Chen is Professor Emerita of Simmons College, Boston and President of a non-profit organization, Global Connection and Collaboration, Inc. A sought-after international speaker in over two dozen countries, she has delivered keynote speeches and made presentations at numerous international conferences including those in countries like Argentina, China, Croatia, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Luxembourg, Mexico, Morocco, Russia, Spain, Singapore, South Africa, Swaziland, Taiwan, Thailand, UK, Vietnam etc.

full story. (libraries.ie)

Olivia Gatti '07LS Named New Youth Services Librarian of Newbury Town Library

Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:32:00 GMT

(June 13, 2012) -- Olivia Gatti '07LS has taken over as the new youth services librarian. She formerly worked for the Westwood Public School System for two years.

full story. (newburyportnews.com)

Barbara O'Brien Named New Director of Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art in Kansas City

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 14:07:00 GMT

(June 11, 2012) -- Barbara O'Brien, former assistant professor of art at Simmons, former director of the Trustman Art Gallery and former head of the arts administration program, has been named Director of the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art in Kansas City.

full story. (Missourian.com)

Reunion Weekend Draws Hundreds of Alumnae and Guests

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 18:20:00 GMT

(June 8, 2012) -- More than 360 Simmons alumnae returned to campus for Reunion Weekend, May through June 3, including fifty members of the Class of 1962, which celebrated its 50^th Reunion. The action-packed weekend included a wide range of education and entertainment options, along with the traditional Reunion Kick-off Picnic on the quad, the Awards Luncheon on Saturday, and the Half-Century Brunch with President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM.

SOM Dean Cathy Minehan Speaks at YWCA Boston Event Honoring Women Achievers

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 13:28:18 GMT

(June 8, 2012) -- SOM Dean Cathy Minehan served as keynote speaker for the YWCA Boston's 18th Annual Academy of Women Achievers Celebration Luncheon on June 4 in Boston. The event honored five area women named to the Academy this year because they have "demonstrated excellence within their respective careers, dedicated themselves to promoting the role of women in society, and acted as mentors for younger generations," according to the YWCA's web site.

SNHS Dean Judy Beal, DNSc, RN to be Inducted as a Fellow into the American Academy of Nursing

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 13:14:20 GMT

(June 8, 2012) -- Judy Beal, DNSc, RN and Dean of the SNHS and professor of nursing, was notified that she will be inducted as a Fellow into the American Academy of Nursing on October 13, 2012.

Many Honored at Commencement Recognition Celebration, Including Two Lifetime Giving Society Members

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 12:52:56 GMT

(June 8, 2012) -- The Simmons community expressed its gratitude to more than 200 of its most generous alumnae/i and friends at the annual Commencement Recognition Celebration, held this year on May 17 – the evening before Commencement. Honored guests included members of the 1899 Society and the John Simmons Society, as well as five of this year's six honorary degree recipients, each of whom offered brief comments.

Application Deadline for Fall GSLIS Instructional Technology Licensure Program

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 12:17:00 GMT

(June 8, 2012) -- Reminder: The application deadline for the Fall 2012 fully online Instructional Technology Licensure program is July 16.

Simmons Hosts African Students, Partners with U.S. State Department

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 14:33:00 GMT

(June 7, 2012) -- In a true intercontinental exchange of what leadership means for women in the 21st century, Simmons will host a "Study of the United States Institute on Women's Leadership," as part of a broader U.S. Department of State initiative designed to promote a better understanding of the U.S. abroad and to help develop future world leaders.

Twenty undergraduate women from five African countries, along with 10 Simmons students, will participate in a five-week program, "Women Changing the Face of Leadership." The initiate is designed to develop leadership skills and enhance their understanding of United States' history, government, and society with a particular focus on women's leadership.

Jeannine Foley '06, Simmons Crew Alumna, Competes in Women's Arm Wrestling League

Thu, 07 Jun 2012 14:10:00 GMT

(June 7, 2012) -- Small But Mighty" (Jeannine Foley '06) competes in new women's arm wrestling league in Boston. All for a good cause!
full story. (WBUR.org)

GSLIS Students Helped Street Lab Curate a Collection of Books

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 14:07:44 GMT

(June 6, 2012) -- Street Lab assembles a temporary reading room at the Children's Museum. Students from the library science program at Simmons College helped Street Lab curate a collection of books that would attract the attention of a multigenerational audience, from children to grandparents.

full story. (boston.com)

Alumna and Corporator Grace E. Richardson '60 Wants to Double Your Gift and Increase Your Impact

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 19:57:00 GMT

(June 1, 2012) -- Reflecting on my life's work, my motivation has always been to promote women and to help them lead. I have been so inspired by President Helen Drinan's vision for Simmons College, that I am making a gift to support her goals. It is my great pleasure to match every gift that you make to The Simmons Fund up to $250,000 by June 30 to fund the future of our institution and fulfill my desire to take action and lead.

Barbara Lee '67, '01HD Gives $45,000 to Simmons College to Celebrate 45th Reunion

Wed, 30 May 2012 20:14:00 GMT

(May 30, 2012) -- Barbara Lee, founder and president of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation, commemorated the 45th anniversary of her graduation from Simmons College and renewed her commitment to the school that fostered her belief in empowering women. A $45,000 gift from the Barbara Lee Family Foundation will support the Barbara Lee Political Intern Fellowship Program, a program initiated in 2004 to expand the number of women in politics.

full story. (barbaraleefoundation.org)

Jay Scherma '82LS Receives Maine Outstanding Librarian Award for 2012

Tue, 29 May 2012 13:22:46 GMT

(May 29, 2012) -- Jay Scherma '82LS, known by colleagues for his leadership in the changing world of public libraries, was presented the Maine Outstanding Librarian award for 2012 during the annual Maine Library Association conference last weekend in Orono.

full story. (The Portland Press Herald)

Laurie Dias-Mitchell '83GS Named New Tiverton Middle School Prinicipal

Wed, 23 May 2012 18:46:00 GMT

(May 23, 2012) -- Laurie Dias-Mitchell '83GS was named the new Tiverton Middle School Prinicipal beginning on July 1.

full story. (Tiverton-Little Compton Patch.com)

Philip McNulty '81LS Named Director of Newton Free Library

Wed, 23 May 2012 18:42:00 GMT

(May 23, 2012) -- The Newton Library Trustees announced they have appointed Milton Library Director Phil McNulty '81LS as the new director at the Newton Free Library.

full story. (Newton Patch.com)

Corinne Chronopoulos '09LS Named Director of Pelham Library

Wed, 23 May 2012 16:21:27 GMT

(May 23, 2012) -- Pelham Public Library gets a fresh start with a new library director. Trustees have announced Corinne Chronopoulos '09LS has accepted the job.

full story. (Eagle-Tribune)

Highlights from Commencement 2012

Wed, 23 May 2012 15:31:13 GMT

(May 21, 2012) -- Simmons College's 107th Commencement ceremonies were held on Friday, May 18, 2012 with speakers Maria Hinojosa and Carla Harris. Relive the memorable day through videos, photos, and more.

Full story and video.

Connie Lawn '66 Awarded "Services to New Zealand-USA Relations" Royal Honour

Mon, 21 May 2012 19:03:23 GMT

(May 21 2012) -- The Queen, the Government, and all others involved made me an "Honorary Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZN)." The heavy and handsome gold medal was presented at a ceremony at the New Zealand Embassy by a terrific man, Ambassador Mike Moore. I am grateful, and pleased I got through the ceremony without crying, passing out, or tripping.

Connie's blog post. (Huffington Post)

Gary Bailey Speaks About Anonymous Posters and Racism Online

Mon, 21 May 2012 14:01:57 GMT

(May 21, 2012) -- Professor Gary Bailey, of Simmons's School of Social Work in Boston, said there has been a "proliferation of hate speak on the Internet that is alarming" and it raises an enormous concern for those who see these types of things happening.

full story. (Medill Reports, Northwestern University)

The Love Affair with the MFA Started at Simmons for Saundra Lane '60

Mon, 21 May 2012 13:45:29 GMT

(May 21, 2012) -- Saturday, the Museum of Fine Arts announced it had received an extraordinary, long-hoped-for gift of 6,000 photographs, 100 works on paper, and 25 paintings from Saundra Lane '60, a museum trustee and longtime friend of the MFA. The gift is worth potentially hundreds of millions of dollars - the MFA will only say that the dollar value probably runs into "nine figures."
full story. (Boston Globe)

Documentary Filmmaker Barbara Melega at Simmons

Mon, 21 May 2012 13:40:00 GMT

(May 21, 2012) -- Documentary filmmaker Barbara Melega visited Simmons College thanks to the efforts of Professor Judy Richland. In winter 2012, Melega joined the Globalization on a Shoestring class to discuss her film about the political efforts of Samia Nkrumah daughter of President Kwame Nkrumah. The President was the leader of Ghana who in 1957 ushered in the country's independence from colonial British rule. Professor Len Mailloux coordinated the discussioon and Melega's show aired live on Simmons College Radio.

view video. (YouTube)

Jane Shattuck '48 Gets Her Degree

Fri, 18 May 2012 13:35:00 GMT

(May 18, 2012) -- In 1947, Jane Shattuck left Simmons College in her junior year to get married, but she never gave up on her dream to one day walk across the stage to receive her degree. At 86 years young, Shattuck picked up her degree with the 1,000 other Simmons College undergraduates.

full story. (Westwood Wicked Local)

Steven Booth '09LS Received 2012 FTRF Conable Conference Scholarship

Fri, 11 May 2012 18:56:25 GMT

(May 11, 2012) -- Steven Booth was chosen among dozens of great applicants as the recipient of the 2012 Gordon M. Conable Conference Scholarship, sponsored by the Freedom to Read Foundation. As the Conable Scholarship recipient, Booth will have his registration, travel, housing, and other expenses paid to the 2012 American Library Association Annual Conference. The conference will be June 21-26 in Anaheim.

full story. (OIF Blog)

Intronis Names Jacquelyn Barry Hamilton '83 its Chief Financial Officer

Fri, 11 May 2012 18:53:00 GMT

(May 11, 2012) -- Intronis, the world's leading cloud backup and recovery solution for the IT Channel, announced the appointment of Jacquelyn Barry Hamilton '83 to CFO.

full story. (PRWeb)

Mary L. Chute '92LS Named Next New Jersey State Librarian

Fri, 11 May 2012 18:50:28 GMT

Mary L. Chute '92LS, deputy director for Libraries at the Institute of Museum and Library Services, has been selected as the next New Jersey State Librarian and will begin a new chapter as leader of the New Jersey State Library in July.

full story.

Kristen Roberts '01, '02GS Inducted into Simmons Athletics Hall of Fame

Fri, 11 May 2012 17:39:56 GMT

(May 11, 2012) -- On May 8, 2012, Kristen Roberts '01, '02GS was inducted into the Simmons Athletics Hall of Fame during the annual "Evening of Champions" hosted by the Department of Athletics. The event gathers student athletes and other members of the Simmons community to be honored for their exceptional contributions to the College their and athletic and academic achievements. Assistant Vice President of Alumnae/i Relations and Annual Giving Jan Taylor '07GS presented the prestigious award to Kristen.

Simmons eNews - May 2012 (All Editions)

Thu, 10 May 2012 17:50:00 GMT

(May 10, 2012) -- Latest edition of eNews for all schools.

Associate Dean Cathy Mercier, director of Children's Lit, Quoted in Washington Post about Maurice Sendak

Wed, 09 May 2012 19:59:37 GMT

(mAY 9, 2012) -- The Sendak trilogy of "Where the Wild Things Are" (1963), "In the Night Kitchen" (1970) and "Outside Over There" (1981) "crashed open the gates" for what themes authors could address in children's literature, said Cathryn M. Mercier, director of the Center for the Study of Children's Literature at Simmons College in Boston.

full story. (Washington Post)

MKS Instruments Appoints Elizabeth A. Mora '89SM to Its Board of Directors

Wed, 09 May 2012 19:56:45 GMT

(May 9, 2012) -- MKS Instruments, Inc., a global provider of technologies that enable advanced processes and improve productivity, announced the appointment Elizabeth A. Mora '89SM to its Board of Directors effective May 7, 2012. Mora is the Chief Financial Officer of The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc.

full story. (GlobeNewswire)

Judy Beal, DNSc, RN Leads Joint Task Force to Enhance Patient Care

Wed, 09 May 2012 19:49:00 GMT

(May 9, 2012) -- The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) are pleased to announce the creation of a new online resource developed to advance robust academic-practice partnerships. This new clearinghouse, hosted on the AACN Web site, features an interactive tool kit with practical guidelines for establishing successful collaborations as well as a Guiding Principles document that outlines the eight tenets for productive partnerships.

Approved by the AACN Board of Directors in March 2010, a joint task force was convened by AACN and AONE to develop resources for nursing leaders looking to develop and sustain effective academic--practice partnerships. This task force was led jointly by AACN Board Member Judy Beal, DNSc, RN, from Simmons College and past AONE President Linda Everett, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN from Indiana University Health.

full story. (BusinessWire)

"GSLIS After Dark" Attracts Alumni for Evening of Recognition, Connection

Wed, 09 May 2012 19:09:56 GMT

(May 9, 2012) -- Nearly 100 GSLIS alumni gathered on the Simmons campus April 6 for "GSLIS After Dark: An Evening of Recognition and Connection." The event in the Linda K. Paresky Conference Center included a wine and cheese reception followed by a dinner program that featured remarks by Dean Michèle V. Cloonan, the presentation of the 2012 GSLIS Alumni Achievement Award, and the GSLIS Alumni Board business meeting.

Community Rallies to Support The Simmons Fund During April "Voice Your Choice" Initiative

Tue, 08 May 2012 16:32:28 GMT

(May 8, 2012) -- Nearly 1,000 Simmons alumnae/i, parents, friends, faculty, and staff made gifts to The Simmons Fund in April during the month-long "Voice Your Choice" initiative.

Alumnae Association Nominating Committee Presents the Following Slate for 2012-2013

Mon, 07 May 2012 19:09:51 GMT

(May 7, 2012) -- The Nominating Committee presents the following slate of board members for the 2012-2013. Approval of this slate will be requested at the Alumnae Association Annual Meeting June 2, 2012.

Sylvia Maxfield to Leave Simmons to Become Dean of Providence College School of Business

Thu, 03 May 2012 14:31:04 GMT

(May 3, 2012) -- I write to you today with bittersweet news. After 10 years at the Simmons School of Management, Professor Sylvia Maxfield is leaving to take on a new leadership role at Providence College, becoming dean of the Providence College School of Business (PCSB). Her last day at Simmons will be July 31.

Janet Gargiulo, M.D., '73GS Honored as Outstanding Practitioner by the ACP

Tue, 01 May 2012 17:43:15 GMT

(May 1, 2012) -- Medical oncologist Janet Gargiulo, M.D., president elect of the Albany Medical College Alumni Association, has received the Ralph O. Claypoole Memorial Award from the American College of Physicians (ACP), the largest medical specialty organization and the second-largest physician group in the United States. The award was bestowed at ACP's annual Awards and Convocation Ceremony in New Orleans, LA, Thursday, April 19.

full story.

May Day at 100: Simmons College Revitalizes its Oldest Tradition

Tue, 01 May 2012 15:52:04 GMT

(May 1, 2012) -- This year marks the 100th anniversary of Simmons College's oldest tradition, May Day. To celebrate the historical milestone, students, faculty, and staff have joined together to update the tradition to include the entire Simmons community.

full story.

SIMMONS Magazine - Spring 2012

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:30:00 GMT

We asked what Simmons means to you... this is what you said...

opportunity, inspiring, empowering, life-changing, generosity, special, career, voice, anchor, extraordinary, sisterhood, acceptance, future, pride, excellence, confidence, promise, strong, transforming, beginnings, accomplishment, community, history, prepared, encouragement, self-evolution, savvy, growth, empowerment, freedom, smart, awesome, networking, catharsis, focused, success, leadership, nursing, eye opening, home, hope, foundation.

SIMMONS Magazine - Spring 2012 (PDF)

Strategy 2015 Update - New Positions

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:34:26 GMT

(April 27, 2012) -- Two new positions that have been filled during the past few months are aimed at helping the College achieve Strategy 2015 objectives. These positions will directly help the College focus more on student outcomes, experiences, and opportunities.

Barbara Latz Cohen '68 Establishes Endowed Scholarship

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:54:47 GMT

(April 27, 2012) -- Trustee Barbara Latz Cohen '68 has pledged a two-part gift of $225,000 to the Making Education Work Campaign, providing both current-use and endowed funds. A long-time supporter of The Simmons Fund, she decided to significantly increase her giving after joining the College's board of trustees.

Arthur and Andrea Waldstein '60SW Create School of Social Work Scholarship

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:49:12 GMT

(April 27, 2012) -- The strong ties Trustee Andrea Waldstein '60SW and her husband Arthur Waldstein both have to the School of Social Work inspired them to pledge a $100,000 gift for a current-use scholarship at the School. It's the first scholarship designated for SSW's "3+1" program that enables students to earn both bachelor's and master's degrees in four years.

SSW Alumni and Professional Development Day 2012

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:18:00 GMT

(April 27, 2012) -- More than 120 alumni participated in the School of Social Work's Alumni and Professional Development Day on April 21, the focus of which was "Community Violence: Multiple Contexts, Interventions, and Prevention." The event featured the third annual Barbara Jaslow Schaefer Lecture, multiple workshops, and the presentation of awards to alumni for their contributions to the Simmons social work community and the profession. Event attendees were eligible for 3.0 CEUs.

Meg Whitman, Billie Jean King Speak at Simmons Leadership Conference

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:28:46 GMT

(April 26, 2012) -- The 2012 Simmons Leadership Conference attracted more than 3,000 attendees to the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston on April 5 for a daylong event focused on "Innovation and Impact." All proceeds from the conference will support scholarships for students in graduate programs at Simmons.

Application Deadlines Approaching for Two New GSLIS Online Programs

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:09:47 GMT

(April 26, 2012) -- GSLIS is launching three fully online programs this year, and applications are still being accepted for the two programs that start this coming fall: Master's Degree/Archives Concentration, and Instructional Technology Licensure. Our Post-Master's Digital Stewardship Certificate program begins this summer (applications were accepted through April 24). These programs, together with online continuing education workshops happening throughout the year, make it possible for GSLIS to offer a variety of online options for learners in different stages of their professional careers.

Class of 2012 Asked to Support Senior Class Gift

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:02:47 GMT

(April 26, 2012) -- As graduation day approaches, members of the Simmons Class of 2012 are being asked to participate in the Senior Class Gift program. This annual rite of spring gives graduating students their first opportunity to show their support for Simmons by giving back. Students are striving to achieve a record 60 participation rate this year.

Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD to Speak at Bates College and Holy Names University Commencements

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:23:00 GMT

(April 26, 2012) -- Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD is known worldwide to fans of top-flight television journalism in her role as senior correspondent for "PBS Newshour," and as moderator and managing editor of "Washington Week." She will be a commencement speaker at both Bates College and Holy Names University.

full story. (Bates College)

full story. (Holy Names University)

Jessica S. Bazinet '10GS Awarded Berkshire County Educator Recognition Award

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:56:55 GMT

(April 24, 2012) -- Jessica S. Bazinet '10GS was awarded the Berkshire County Educator Recognition Award. The award, given by Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in collaboration with Berkshire County K-12 superintendents, was created last year to honor the region's exceptional teachers.

full story. (Iberkshires.com)

A Partnership in Care and Education

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:19:56 GMT

(April 20, 2012) -- The spirit of cooperation was abundantly evident as VA Boston Healthcare System (VA BHS) along with Simmons College School of Nursing dedicated two medical wards at the West Roxbury campus as Dedicated Education Units (DEU's).

full story. (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)

Simmons joins national "It Gets Better" campaign

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:00:00 GMT

(April 12, 2012) -- Columnist and author Dan Savage and his partner Terry Miller launched the It Gets Better campaign as a response to a rash of LGBTQ suicides, which were the result of bullying and harassment at schools and campuses across the country. The project aims to turn the tide of self-destruction by reaching vulnerable youth with the voices of survival and accomplishment. This video is Simmons's contribution to this important effort, by adding our voices of hope, encouragement, and achievement.

Simmons student ambassador Sarah O'Reilly '14 was involved with the project at Simmons from the beginning. She says movements like this are so important for college campuses.

blog post and video.

Pamela Burch '87LS Named Director at Paul Memorial Library

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:35:50 GMT

(April 11, 2012) -- Pamela Burch '87LS is the new director at the Paul Memorial Library in Newfields, NH.

full story.

President Drinan Shares Her Own History at Women’s History Month Event

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:02:44 GMT

(April 9, 2012) -- In response to a question toward the end of her talk at the Women’s History Month event at UMass Medical School on Tuesday, April 3, featured speaker Helen Drinan quoted former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright as saying, "There is a special place in hell for women who don’t help other women." The question: "How are we sabotaging our own growth opportunities?"

full story. (UMass Medical School)

Jane Sánchez '76LS Named Director of Library Services and Content Management (LSCM) at the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:19:05 GMT

(April 5, 2012) -- As director of LSCM, Jane Sánchez '76LS will provide management support for implementation of strategic programs and operations in the Federal Depository Library Program, in partnership with depository libraries and in collaboration with other GPO business units.

full story.

Sarah Ludwig '05LS and the Future of Librarians

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:02:37 GMT

(April 5, 2012) -- Sarah Ludwig '05LS left the library, became a tech coordinator, and forged a path to the future. While she isn't called a librarian, a lot of the work that Sarah does with students and faculty is very similar to—or, in some cases, identical to—what school librarians do.

full story. (The Digital Shift)

SOM Dean Cathy Minehan Honored as YWCA Key Speaker

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 20:14:00 GMT

(April 4, 2012) -- SOM Dean Cathy Minehan will be the keynote speaker for the YWCA's 18th Annual Academy of Women Achievers Celebration Luncheon in June.

full story. (Back Bay Patch.com)

Leona Weissman '76 Named Director of Finance and Administration for United Way Pitt County

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:40:06 GMT

(April 3, 2012) --

Leona Weissman '76 has joined the United Way of Pitt County as director of finance and administration.

full story. (The Daily Reflector)

Simmons eNews - April 2012 (All Editions)

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:17:00 GMT

(April 3, 2012) -- Check out the latest edition of eNews with news about the Voice Your Choice challenge, the announcement of Commencement speakers, and Simmons making the Community Service Honor Roll for the sixth straight year.

Susan Wolfman '75LS Joins WT Cox Subscriptions as Regional Director of Sales

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:54:38 GMT

(April 2, 2012) -- WT Cox Subscriptions announces Sue Wolfman '75LS, as New England Regional Director of Sales. A long-time resident of Massachusetts, Sue brings over 30 years of extensive library experience, including 10 years as a sales representative for a large subscription agency and as a member services consultant for a library consortia organization, Sue will service academic, corporate, school, public and special libraries within the New England region.

Southcoast Names Lisa M. Tibbetts '98HS Director of Patient Care Services, Pediatrics

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:48:00 GMT

(April 2, 2012) -- Southcoast Health System has named Lisa Tibbetts as Director of Patient Care Services, Pediatrics. In her new role, Tibbetts will be responsible for the operational and strategic leadership to pediatric services across the Southcoast system.

Read more. (Wicked Local Wareham)

The Five Worst Things About Simmons College

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 15:01:00 GMT

(April 1, 2012) -- So, I'm in the middle of my first year at Simmons College and I'm just not sure it's the right place for me. I mean, it seems like a nice enough place. The brochures were all multicolored and had lots of words, and the website... well, that was kinda awesome.

But, I just don't know if I am fitting in. There was this girl in one of my classes working on an article: "The Five Best Things About Simmons College" and that got me thinking. That's great for everybody else. Seriously, I haven't met one other person at Simmons who doesn't love it here. But what about me? That is why I decided to hack into this blog and post my own list of things. Five things. Five of the worst things.

Without further adieu, here are my five worst things about Simmons College.

Vote for Simmons in April! Support the "Voice Your Choice" Initiative with your Gift – and Vote

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:21:02 GMT

(April 1, 2012) -- April is "Voice Your Choice" month for all Simmons alumnae/i, faculty, staff, parents, and friends. Your gift to The Simmons Fund in April will accomplish two things:

You will have a direct impact on today's students and the future of Simmons by helping us implement Strategy 2015 – the visionary plan guiding our progress.
You will have a chance to "Voice Your Choice" by voting for one of three Strategy 2015 initiatives as your favorite. We'll announce the winner in May.

Festive Annual Scholarship Brunch Attracts Nearly 140 Members of the Simmons Community

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:15:09 GMT

March 30, 2012) -- On Sunday, March 25, the Office of Advancement welcomed nearly 140 Simmons students, alumnae/i, trustees, senior administrators, and friends to the annual Scholarship Brunch, which was held in the Linda K. Paresky Conference Center. The event gives scholarship donors an opportunity to get acquainted with students who have been awarded scholarships.

SOMAA Board of Directors Seeks Volunteers

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:06:21 GMT

(March 30, 2012) -- A Message from Susan E. Campbell '01SM, COO, SOMAA Board
Are you interested in serving on a non-profit board in a leadership capacity and making a difference in your alumnae community? If so, then joining the Simmons School of Management Alumnae Association (SOMAA) Board of Directors could be a great personal and career experience.

UAE Travel Course Promotes Globally Inclusive Leadership

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:57:11 GMT

(March 30, 2012) -- Professor Lynda Moore, accompanied by Professor Deborah Marlino, took 16 MBA students to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for nine days in March. The study-travel course focused on a cross-cultural comparative analysis of Emirati women business leaders.

The New England Philharmonic, Orchestra in Residence at Simmons, to Perform May 5

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:33:00 GMT

(March 30, 2012) -- The New England Philharmonic, the official orchestra in residence at Simmons, presents its Simmons College Concert on Saturday, May 5 at 8:00 p.m. at Boston University's Tsai Performance Center. The performance will include the Simmons College Concert Choir (Danica A. Buckley, director) performing "The Death of Ophelia," by Hector Berlioz. Simmons students, faculty, and staff may use their Simmons identification cards for free admission to this and all Philharmonic concerts. Alumnae/i may purchase tickets by phone (617-353-8725), in person at the concert (the box office opens one hour before the performance), or on line using PayPal.

Activist, Author Jill Iscol to Speak on "Turning Your Idealism into Action"

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:24:51 GMT

(March 30, 2012) -- Jill Iscol, author of Hearts on Fire: Twelve Stories of Today's Visionaries Igniting Idealism into Action, is this year's Eileen Friars Leader-in-Residence. In her public lecture on April 12, "Hearts on Fire: Turning Your Idealism into Action," Iscol will share personal messages of hope intended to instruct and inspire the audience. Earlier in the day, Iscol will meet with Simmons students and faculty, and visit classes.

The Career Education Center Has Launched its New Website

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:31:49 GMT

(March 20, 2012) -- The Career Education Center has launched its brand new website on March 15. The all-new CEC site is a comprehensive career resource that emphasizes the importance of career preparation in a Simmons education. The site features easy, fast navigation to expanded career content and resources throughout. It is organized to target the multiple populations we serve -- Undergraduates, Graduate Students, Alumnae/i, Employers, Faculty and Staff, and Parents and Families.

Simmons to Continue Participation in Belle of the Ball Program with Anton's Cleaners, Accessories Needed

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 14:13:00 GMT

(March 24, 2012) -- Simmons will be hosting the Belle of the Ball for students who meet the guidelines to participate. They will "shop" for their dresses at a special "boutique" held at the College on April 14. Prom dresses are being collected at all Anton's Cleaners and Jordan's Furniture stores. But what would make the night complete are the accessories needed to assure these young ladies can look their very best.

full story.

State Representative Alice Wolf '55 Will Not Seek Re-election

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:07:00 GMT

(March 23, 2012) State Representative Alice Wolf '55 of Cambridge will not seek re-election in the fall.

full story.

Lee Regan '91LS Named March Woman of the Month by Plymouth Woman's Club

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:03:00 GMT

March 22, 2012 -- Lee Regan '91LS has been selected by the panel of judges as the Plymouth Woman's Club Woman of the Month for March.

full story. (Wicked Local Plymouth)

Simmons Named to President's National Community Service Honor Roll - 6 Years in a Row

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:25:00 GMT

(March 15, 2012) — Once again, Simmons College has been named to the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). The College has received this honor for six consecutive years.

Wendy Baltzer-Fox '07HS Receives National Award from the Section on Women's Health American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:03:00 GMT

(March 12, 2012) -- Wendy Baltzer-Fox '07HS, PT, DPT, GCS, WCS, of Cranston, supervisor of Women's Health Physical Therapy Services at Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island, has been presented with the Elizabeth Noble Award from the Section on Women's Health American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). A graduate of Boston University, Baltzer-Fox earned a doctorate in physical therapy from Simmons. She is board certified in geriatric physical therapy and is the only physical therapist in Rhode Island to also be certified in women's health.

The Elizabeth Noble Award is the APTA's Section on Women's Health's highest honor and is given to a member in good standing who has provided extraordinary and exemplary service to the field of physical therapy for women.

Read the full story.

Eileen McCarthy '90HS Named Vice President for Compliance at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 15:42:00 GMT

(March 9, 2012) -- Eileen McCarthy '90HS has been named to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center's top position for managing compliance matters after serving in a similar role for Partners HealthCare for several years. McCarthy received a nursing degree from Boston College and a master’s degree in health care administration from Simmons, and she previously worked in patient care services.

full story. (boston.com)

Teresa Nelson Participates in White House Summit on Entrepreneurship

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:30:22 GMT

(March 5, 2012) -- School of Management Professor Teresa Nelson, the Elizabeth J. McCandless Chair in Entrepreneurship and director of the School's Entrepreneurship Program, was part of a panel moderated by U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios, at the White House Summit on Women's Entrepreneurship February 3.

Strategy 2015 Update

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 17:20:29 GMT

(March 5, 2012) -- Simmons prepares for the Phi Beta Kappa application as part of Strategy 2015's Strategic Opportunity #1, "Enhancements to Strengthen the Undergraduate College."

As part of Strategic Opportunity #3, "Collaborative and flexible undergraduate-to-graduate school opportunities," Simmons launches a cohort of accelerated degree programs.

Read the full update.

Richard Cravatts Named President of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 15:19:13 GMT

(March 5, 2012) -- The group Scholars for Peace in the Middle East (SPME) has elected Dr. Richard Cravatts its new president. Cravatts, a professor of practice, is director of the Communications Management Program at the Simmons School of Management.

SPME describes itself as a "grass-roots community of academics" which works to "develop effective responses to the ideological distortions – including anti-Semitic and anti-Zionist slanders – that poison debate and work against peace."

Simmons Played Active Role in First National Conference on Girls' Education

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:58:00 GMT

(March 5, 2012) -- The Simmons School of Management played an important role in the first-ever National Conference on Girls' Education, which was held in Washington, D.C., February 10-12. The event attracted more than 400 educators, consultants, and others representing over 25 states and six countries including the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and India. All came together to advance the field of educating girls globally. Simmons's support for the conference included participating on the advisory board. Professor Mary Shapiro attended the conference and said that by all accounts it was a huge success and generated buzz on social media sites.

Investiture Ceremony Formalizes Dean Judy Beal's Role

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:45:30 GMT

(March 5, 2012) -- The formal investiture of Judy A. Beal as the inaugural Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences took place on Friday, February 24. Prior to the investiture ceremony, Dean Beal led an academic symposium: Preparing the Future Leaders of Healthcare through Inter-professional Collaboration and Teamwork.

Prior to her appointment as dean last May, Dr. Beal had served as interim dean of the School since last year. She has been at Simmons for nearly 30 years, and during that time has helped to build the nursing program into one of the largest and most well known academic programs at Simmons.

Award-Winning Journalist to Deliver 2012 Simmons College Commencement Address, May 18

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:11:00 GMT

(March 1, 2012) -- Maria Hinojosa, managing editor and host of the weekly NPR program Latino USA and one of the first Latinas to hold a national broadcast media position, will deliver the main commencement address for Simmons, Friday, May 18, at the Bank of America Pavilion in Boston.

Hinojosa who also anchors the talk show Maria Hinojosa: One on One on WGBH/La Plaza, will serve as the keynote speaker for the 10 a.m. undergraduate ceremony celebrating Simmons's 107th Commencement.

full story.

Simmons to Host International Women Fulbright Scholars for Leadership and Strategy Training

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19:08:00 GMT

(February 27, 2012) -- More than 35 international women Fulbright Scholars will descend on the campus of Simmons, beginning March 7, for a three-day strategy and leadership caucus, as part of the distinguished 2012 Fulbright Leadership and Re-entry Seminar for Women from the Western Hemisphere.

The scholars, who are mostly from Central and South America, have been in the United States for up to two years, researching subjects ranging from ocean engineering, to accounting and finance, to agriculture. At Simmons, the women will develop specific action plans as they prepare to re-adjust to their home countries and cultures, to help them fully realize the depth of their scholarly experiences in the United States and map their next steps as scholarly leaders.

full story.

Seymour Library's New Director, Lisa Carr '02LS, Cherishes Living and Working in Community

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:11:50 GMT

(February 23, 2012) -- Most everyone has a dream job. For many, it's anything but what they are doing. For a lucky few it is exactly what they are doing. On March 5, when Lisa Carr '02LS takes over as director of Seymour Library, she will have her dream job.

"To be director of the library in my community — I don’t think it can get any better," Carr said.

Carr graduated from the University of New Hampshire and went to work for Blue Cross Blue Shield in Maine. After 10 years she decided to pursue a master's degree in library science at Simmons.

Nutrition Students Design "Eating Well on a Tight Budget" Diet Program for Martha's Vineyard Seniors

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:22:00 GMT

(February 17, 2012) -- The community room at Woodside Village of Island Elderly Housing was filled with aromas of spices and fresh vegetables Friday morning while some 15 neighbors chatted, swapping recipes and cooking tips. Not just a friendly luncheon, the gathering was a program called "Eating Well on a Tight Budget" designed by two Simmons College Nutrition students to help seniors make wise food choices.

Masters candidates Betsy Corsiglia, HS12 of Oak Bluffs and Jen Stallings, HS12 of Marshfield developed the workshop as a research project about seniors' eating habits and effective ways to improve their nutrition. The researchers developed the model as a thesis project for a class taught by Nancie Herbold, chairman of the nutrition department. They worked closely with their advisor, nutrition professor Theresa Fung, Sc.D., R.D., L.D.N.

full story.

Simmons College Radio Wins National Nominations

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:22:00 GMT

(February 12, 2012) -- Simmons College Radio has received three nominations for broadcast excellence from the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS). The station has been named a national finalist for:

Most Innovative Programming in College Radio - "Globalization on a Shoestring," Best Live Music Broadcast - "The Jon Herington Band," and Best Celebrity Interview - "CK Our Way & Alexz Johnson."

The winners in each category will be announced March 3 at the 72nd Annual Intercollegiate Broadcasting System International Radio & Webcasting Conference in New York.

Debra A. Saltz '90 was named a Super Lawyer for 2012

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:06:00 GMT

(February 14, 2012) -- Debra A. Saltz '90 was named a Super Lawyer for 2012. Saltz graduated from Simmons and received her Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore. After graduating from law school, Debra Saltz clerked for the Honorable Chief Judge Joseph F. Murphy, Jr. on the Court of Special Appeals. Saltz has over 16 years experience in criminal defense and civil litigation.

full story.

Simmons Professor Teresa Nelson, Ph.D. Participated in White House Summit on Women's Entrepreneurship

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:55:02 GMT

(Feburary 8, 2012) -- Professor Teresa Nelson of Simmons and Elizabeth J. McCandless, Chair in Entrepreneurship and director of the School's Entrepreneurship Program, spoke as part of a panel moderated by U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios, at the White House Summit on Women's Entrepreneurship on February 3.

full story.

Dr. Richard L. Cravatts Named President of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:14:00 GMT

(February 1, 2012) -- Richard L. Cravatts, Ph.D., Professor of Practice and Director of the Communications Management Program in the School of Management at Simmons, has been elected President of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East, the third in the organization's history.

Scholars for Peace in the Middle East (SPME) is a grass-roots community of academics who have united to promote honest fact based, and civil discourse. The organization's mission is to inform, motivate, and encourage faculty to use their academic skills and disciplines on campus, in classrooms, and in academic publications to develop effective responses to the ideological distortions—including anti-Semitic and anti-Zionist slanders—that poison debate and work against peace.

As the SPME President, Dr. Cravatts will be the chief officer of the Board of Directors and will oversee all the activities of the organization for its more than 50,000 members on some 3,400 campuses worldwide.

Sophomores Shine in Simmons World Challenge

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:09:00 GMT

(January 26, 2012) -- Most students have the opportunity to sit back and relax during the winter break, enjoying the time away from their studies. Not so for nine groups of Simmons sophomores who took part in Simmons's second World Challenge.

President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM to Receive Leadership Award from Boston Chamber of Commerce Today

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:28:18 GMT

(January 26, 2012) -- Simmons President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM will receive the distinguished 2012 Pinnacle Award for Excellence in Arts & Education from the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce today, January 26, at the Copley Marriott Hotel in Boston.

The award ceremony, which honors business and professional women who have demonstrated excellence in entrepreneurship, management, and lifetime achievement, is expected to attract more than 1,000 attendees.

Dix Scholar Rita Shah '13 Wins Scholarship for Community Service

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:25:03 GMT

(January 26, 2012) -- Dix Scholar Rita Shah '13 was recently awarded a $1,500 scholarship by Citizens Bank for her work with domestic violence victims and Indian senior citizens.

On January 17, Citizens Bank representatives visited Simmons to present Shah with a check. The scholarship can be applied toward her final semester of college – Shah is on track to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in social justice in May.

Blue Ribbon Panel Brings Distinguished Professionals to Campus

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:21:00 GMT

(January 26, 2012) -- In January, Simmons brought in a group of 17 professionals to meet with faculty and staff of the Graduate School of Library and Information Science. This Blue Ribbon Panel of esteemed professionals in the higher education and LIS fields included academics from Harvard University, MIT, Brown University and Syracuse University, as well as professionals representing a variety of fields including social media and architecture.

Professor Richard Cravatts, Ph.D., Publishes Genocidal Liberalism: The University's Jihad Against Israel & Jews

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:52:00 GMT

(January 25, 2012) -- Richard Cravatts, Ph.D., Professor of Practice and Director of the Master's Program in Communications Management at the School of Management, has recently published Genocidal Liberalism: The University's Jihad Against Israel & Jews.

Genocidal Liberalism exposes the threat posed by the new anti-Semitism in detail, and then offers some concrete solutions to help bring American and Canadian campuses back to a balanced and level-headed discussion of Israel and to expose the dangerous agenda of campus radicals.

Simmons Leadership Conference Focuses on "Innovation and Impact" of Women Leaders

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:10:00 GMT

(January 25, 2012) -- Simmons announced the speakers for its April 5 premier Simmons Leadership Conference, which focuses on the theme, "Innovation and Impact." The conference features keynote addresses by eminent women leaders including HP President and Chief Executive Officer Meg Whitman, tennis trailblazer Billie Jean King, transportation innovator and Co-founder of Zipcar Robin Chase, and award-winning NPR journalist Michele Norris.

The Simmons Leadership Conference is the preeminent and longest-running women's leadership forum in the country, and annually attracts a global audience of 2,500 business and professional women. The event will be held at the Seaport World Trade Center Boston.

For the full conference schedule and registration information, visit: http://www.simmons.edu/leadership.

Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD to be Inducted into the National Association of Black Jounalists (NABJ) Hall of Fame

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:33:00 GMT

(January 25, 2012) -- Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD is among the five legendary journalists to be inducted into the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Hall of Fame, the organization's highest honor. The ceremony will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at the Newseum in downtown Washington, DC. Proceeds of the gala benefit fellowship programs.

Annually, NABJ pays homage to legendary black journalists who have made outstanding contributions to the industry. Over the last 19 years, NABJ has inducted over 45 journalists into the esteemed Hall of Fame.

full story.

New Children's Librarian Angela Bonds '10GS Finds Niche in Lower Mills

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:26:48 GMT

(January 20, 2012) -- There's a new face at the Lower Mills Library. Angela Bonds '10GS is finding her stride as the branch's children's librarian. A Roxbury native, she worked at the Central Library in Copley Square for 13 years.

As a student at Boston Latin Academy, Bonds worked with friends after school, often racing each other to shelve a cartful of books. She also worked at the circulation desk, which became a favorite task for the shy teenager.

Bonds earned a bachelor's degree in history at Framingham State University and a master's degree in Library and Information Science at Simmons, taking classes part-time and working full-time.

full story. (dotnews.com)

Simmons School of Social Work Launches First Academic Journal in the Nation Focused on Field Education

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:11:00 GMT

(January 18, 2012) -- Addressing a growing interest in scholarly research on social work field education, the Simmons School of Social Work recently announced the launch of a new online journal, the Field Educator. The Field Educator is the first academic social work journal in the nation focused entirely on field education — the merging of theory and practice in real-world settings, such as clinics, prisons, hospitals, and human welfare agencies.

full story.

U.S.News Ranks Simmons Nursing Program Among Nation's Top Online Education Programs

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:48:00 GMT

(January 11, 2012) -- Simmons Nursing program was included in the first-ever 2012 edition of Top Online Education Program rankings released by U.S.News & World Report this week.

full story. (U.S.News.com)

U.S.News Launches 'Best Diets 2012' with Help From Nutrition Professor Teresa Fung

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:12:00 GMT

(January 6, 2012) -- Those looking for the best way to trim down in 2012 have a new tool: U.S.News & World Report, which announces its second annual Best Diets rankings, created with the help of renowned Simmons Nutrition Professor Teresa Fung, Sc.D.

Of the 25 diets evaluated, Fung and other diet experts on the panel determined that the five Easiest Diets to follow are: (#1) Weight Watchers, (#2) Jenny Craig, (#3) Mediterranean Diet, and (tied at #4) Slim-Fast and Volumetrics.

full story.

The 50 Best Moments for Women in 2011

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:18:10 GMT

(January 4, 2012) -- 300 The Fenway picks its top 10 favorite moments from The Huffington Post's recently published article, The 50 Best Moments for Women in 2011.

Colleen Maguire '97 Skating on Cloud 9 in New York City's Radio City Christmas Spectacular

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:25:00 GMT

(January 3, 2012) -- Colleen Maguire '97 and her partner on and off the ice, Josiah Modes, performed in New York City's Radio City Christmas Spectacular with the world-renowned Rockettes. The show brings about 6,000 people to each performance.

Maguire graduated from high school in Westford in 1991 and began competing as an amateur skater while attending Simmons as a communications major. That same year, she was the New England Senior Ladies gold medalist as a sectional competitor. In 1996 she was a U.S. Open Competitor; in 1997 she got the pewter medal as a sectional competitor in the New England Senior Ladies.

"It's incredible," she said, "to be performing in New York City. After we're done work, we come out of the stage door and you're walking through Rockefeller Center with the Christmas tree. It's just amazing. You're walking through the heart of Christmas."

full story.

Rhonda Allison Rios Kravitz '79LS Reflects on Winning National Honor

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:05:02 GMT

(January 3, 2012) -- Rhonda Allison Rios Kravitz '79LS, the dean of the Learning Resources Center at Sacramento City College, is among 10 librarians from around the country to recently win the I Love My Librarian Award, a program established in 2008. It recognizes librarians "for their service to their communities, schools and campuses" and comes with a plaque and a $5,000 cash prize. It's jointly sponsored by three major players – the Carnegie Corporation of New York, the New York Times, and the American Library Association.

Kravitz has been the Learning Resources Center dean since 2007. Among her degrees are a master's in library science from Simmons and a doctorate in public administration from the University of Southern California.

full story.

Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD Talks about Will Ferrell at the Mark Twain Prize

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:56:00 GMT

(January 3, 2012) -- Watch as Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD talks about Will Ferrell at the Fourteenth Annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize.

Click here for the video. (pbs.org)

Jill Zarin '85 Debuts Shapewear and Hosiery Line

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:34:13 GMT

(December 16, 2011) -- Former "Real Housewives of New York" star Jill Zarin '85 has evolved from reality star to fashion designer. This past week, Zarin made a special appearance at Lord & Taylor in the Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City to introduce her new line of shapewear and hosiery, Skweez Couture, an affordable yet luxurious shapewear, tights, and legwear line.

Zarin graduated from Simmons College School of Retail Management and began her career in textiles. She went on to become the National Sales Manager/Vice President of Great American Knitting Mills Jockey division as well as a marketing consultant at Zarin Fabric Warehouse, owned by her husband, Bobby Zarin.

full story.

President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM Amongst Local Women Leaders Honored at Pinnacle Awards

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:11:00 GMT

(December 15, 2011) -- The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce today announced the winners of its 2012 Pinnacle Awards, which honor women for workplace achievement, leadership, and a commitment to enhance the quality of life in the region.

Rounding out the list of this year’s winners are Joan W. Miller, M.D., chair of the department of ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School and chief of ophthalmology at Massachusetts Eye and Ear and Mass General; Simmons College president Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM; and Michelle Shell, a vice president of Fidelity Asset Management.

An awards ceremony is scheduled for January 26 at the Boston Marriott Copley Place.

full story. (bostonglobe.com)

Anna Staniszewski '06GS Shares Magic in Modern Day Fairy Tale

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:58:00 GMT

(December 14, 2011) -- Anna Staniszewski '06GS, lecturer of English at Simmons, has just published My Very UnFairy Tale Life, the tale of an exasperated young girl, Jenny, who must deal with many of the everyday travails 12-year-old girls must face. My Very UnFairy Tale Life is now available in stores and online.

full story. (communityadvocate.com)

Play Published by Janet Neipris '71GS Dispatched to Iran

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:58:00 GMT

(December 14, 2011) -- "A Small Delegation," penned by Janet Neipris '71GS, was converted into Persian by Talin Abadian and published by Afraz in 120 pages and 1100 copies. The play deals with the relationship between an American university professor and his Chinese translator in China as symbols of East-West dialogue; however, the western viewpoint dominates over the whole space.

Janet Neipris '71GS was born in Boston, graduated from Tufts University, and received an MA in English from Simmons College and an MFA in Playwriting from Brandeis University. Her plays have been produced at theaters in the U.S and internationally.

full story. (Iran Book News Agency)

Simmons eNews - December 2011 (All Editions)

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:17:15 GMT

(December 8, 2011) -- Simmons eNews December - All Editions.

Know Your Professor: Jill Avery

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:24:51 GMT

(December 8, 2011) -- Read 300 The Fenway's "Know Your Professor." Here's your opportunity to get to know Simmons' professors on a more personal level. You'll get the inside scoop on their favorite books, music, hidden talents, and more.

full story.

GSLIS at the Occupy Boston Library

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:06:00 GMT

(December 7, 2011) -- The Audre Lord to Howard Zinn Library at Occupy Boston is inside a U.S. Army surplus tent on the edge of the dozens of tents that make up the Dewey Square site. It's complete with a smoke hole to vent a woodstove, and when you peel open the flaps of the faded green canvas and walk inside, you half expect to see Hawkeye Pierce perched over his still, offering you a drink.

full story.

Obiageli Ukadike '12SM Wins This Year's Simmons Silverman Business Plan Competition

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:29:00 GMT

(December 6, 2011) -- The annual Simmons Silverman Business Plan Competition awarded Obiageli Ukadike '12SM, who graduates from the School of Management in May 2012, with $10,000 in cash and in-kind professional support to launch The WaWa Project. The WaWa Project aims to prepare children with disabilities in the West African nation of Ghana to be self-reliant, independent individuals who become positive, active and contributing members of a community. The WaWA Project will house and teach the children in boarding and vocational schools there.

full story.

Simmons Partners with Girl Scouts to Develop New Women Leaders

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 20:42:45 GMT

(December 5, 2011) -- In an effort to support the development of new women leaders, Simmons is proud to partner with Girl Scouts of the USA to offer a new scholarship. As part of the Gilbert and Marcia Kotzen Scholars Program, a Girl Scout entering Simmons in fall 2012 will receive full tuition.

Professor Emerita Edith F. Helman '72HD Honored with $700,000 Tribute Scholarship

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:15:15 GMT

(December 1, 2011) -- The late Professor Emerita of Spanish Edith Fishtine Helman '72HD touched the lives of hundreds of students, colleagues, and friends in her almost-four-decade tenure at Simmons, from 1932–1971.

Revamping Technology in Park Science Center

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:32:45 GMT

(November 30, 2011) -- It is no secret that technology goes hand in hand with science courses and it is with this axiom in mind that Simmons Technology has partnered with faculty and staff to make dramatic improvements to the available resources in Park Science Center.

1899 Society Fall Update 2011

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:51:00 GMT

(November 30, 2011) -- 1899 Society Fall Update.

Terri Stano '97LS Named New Thayer Library Director

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:12:00 GMT

(November 29, 2011) -- The Thayer Public Library has named Assistant Director Terri Stano '97LS as the new library director, effective this Thursday. Stano has served as the assistant director for the library for almost two years, previously being employed as the circulation librarian. According to a release, Stano joined the staff after working at several local libraries, putting her graduate work at Simmons College to use in numerous areas of managing professional libraries.

Simmons Represented at the 2011 Boston Pipeline Fellowship Conference

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:13:00 GMT

(November 29, 2011) -- Simmons trustee Regina Pisa, the Chair and Managing Partner of Goodwin Procter LLP, will provide lunch remarks. Susan G. Duffy, Ph.D., who launched the undergraduate program in entrepreneurship at Simmons and was also named the 2011 "Professor of the Year," is one of this year's Boston Pipeline Fellows.

full story. (forbes.com)

Nutrition Professor Teresa Fung Quoted in Reuters Health

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:38:00 GMT

(November 28, 2011) -- Nutrition Professor Teresa Fung was quoted in an article by Reuters Health about the benefits of a Mediterranean diet.

full story. (Reuters Health)

Terri Bright '08GS, '13GSD Launched New Dog-Powered Scooter Training Program for Rescued Animals

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:58:00 GMT

(November 28, 2011) -- Terri Bright '08GS, '13GSD, trainer at the MSPCA, has launched a new scooter training program which keeps shelter pets active and agile. Bright has since become the first person to earn a Master of Science degree in Applied Behavior Analysis with an animal specialty at Simmons College where she is now a doctoral candidate.

full story. (Zootoo Pet News)

Your Simmons Family Tree "Legacy Contest"

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 21:23:00 GMT

(November 22, 2011) - Did everyone in your family go to Simmons? We want to know about all your Simmons "legacy" connections—did your mother, father, sister, brother, aunt, and grandmother attend Simmons undergraduate or grad school? The person with the most Simmons "legacy" connections will win T-shirts for all of your Simmons family members. Please share with us your family connections.

School of Nursing and Health Sciences Honors Colloquium 2011: Distinguished Alumna and Outstanding Teacher

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:37:00 GMT

(November 22, 2011) -- The School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) held its annual Honors Colloquium on Thursday, October 27, 2011. Dr. Toni Tasker '04HS, adjunct professor of physical therapy, was honored as the 2011 SNHS Outstanding Teacher, and Patricia Thompson Leavitt, MS, FNP, '94HS, '97HS, was honored as the 2011 SNHS Distinguished Alumna.

Sarah Al-Dabbagh '10 Launched Event Planning Business in Saudi Arabia

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:04:00 GMT

(November 21, 2011) -- Sarah Al-Dabbagh '10 started Lace, the newly established event-planning business, a few months ago after years of love and passion for weddings and picturesque events. She is the designer and the illustrious event planner.

“Lace collaborates with the best professionals within the event planning business to insure a flawless event,” she told Arab News.

The young 24-year-old Saudi was born in Jeddah where she studied before traveling to Boston. She went on to major in Early Childhood Education from Simmons College in Boston. "I've always wanted to be a wedding planner ever since I could remember. When I moved back to Saudi Arabia from Boston a year ago, I began working on turning my dream into a reality, and I called it Lace."

full story. (Arab News)

Donors Recognized at the 1899 Society Cocktail Reception

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:48:02 GMT

(November 21, 2011) -- About 50 members of the 1899 and GOLD Societies gathered at the College on November 16 for the annual 1899 Society Cocktail Reception. The 1899 Society recognizes alumnae/i, parents, and friends who support the College through cumulative annual gifts of $1,899 or more. Members contribute over half of the overall revenue raised by the College each year.

Simmons Archives Shares Videos from 1933

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:39:00 GMT

(November 21, 2011) -- The Simmons College Archives is excited to share the first in a series of videos from its historical collections through the College's YouTube channel.

A silent film from 1933 runs for over 17 minutes and features a profile of Simmons College, including images of students, academics, student life, and faculty and administrators, among them President Henry Lefavour, President Bancroft Beatley, and Dean Jane Mesick. The film was shot in and around the Main College Building and on the residence campus.

Two shorter "clips" have been created for ease of viewing. The first highlights students in classroom settings, including retail, secretarial studies, nursing, and science. The second features athletics and sports, including a physical education class, tennis, archery, field hockey, and basketball. This movie was shot in 16mm film by an unknown source, and was copied from its original format to VHS by College Archives staff. The VHS was in turn copied to DVD and converted to mp4 in 2011.

The Simmons College Archives collects and makes available materials that document and reflect the history and development of Simmons College. For more information, contact the College Archives at archives@simmons.edu.

Black Symposium 2013 Events and Program Survey

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 20:37:48 GMT

(November 18, 2011) -- Please fill out the brief survey on events that you are interested in for the upcoming year and beyond. The AAAA Board is here for you, so we want to be sure we include you and solicit your feedback or ideas as we continue to show the power of our presence at Simmons. Thank you in advance for participating!

Brief survey on AAAA and Black Symposium events

Leah M. Lamson '76 Received the 2011 Yankee Quill Award from the Academy of New England Journalists

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:11:00 GMT

(November 13, 2011) -- Leah M. Lamson '76, editor of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette, was among four New England journalists and a 19th-century Boston publisher who received the 2011 Yankee Quill Award from the Academy of New England Journalists.

Given annually under the auspices of the New England Society of Newspaper Editors Foundation, the Yankee Quill Award is considered the highest individual honor bestowed on journalists in New England. It recognizes recipients for their contributions to the betterment of journalism in the six-state region.

full story. (Worcester Telegram & Gazette)

Class of 2012 Senior Interviewers

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:37:00 GMT

(November 9, 2011) -- Each spring, the Office of Undergraduate Admission invites several outstanding upperclasswomen to be part of our recruitment team. They are known as Senior Interviewers. These students conduct interviews and information sessions for prospective first year, transfer, and adult students. They meet with many students and families throughout the year and play a crucial role in the college admission process. Their interactions with students and families influence decisions made by the Admission Committee.

Read about the interviewers.

Karen Gilman '71 Named to Best Lawyers in America 2012

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 13:27:47 GMT

(November 4, 2011 - from Wolff & Samson PC) -- Karen L. Gilman '71, of Livingston, New Jersey, has been selected for inclusion in the 2012 edition of Best Lawyers in America, a highly-respected peer-review publication.

Simmons eNews - November 2011 (All Editions)

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:02:00 GMT

November 3, 2011 - Simmons eNews November - All Editions.

Leadership Weekend Honors Volunteer Alumnae/i in Style

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:10:00 GMT

(November 1, 2011) -- Celebrating Simmons's over 800 alumnae/i volunteers, Leadership Weekend kicked off with the Evening of Appreciation, a cocktail reception and dinner on Friday evening in recognition and appreciation of volunteers' dedication to and support of the College. During this time, the Alumnae Association Executive Board also honored this year's alumnae award recipients.

Carisa Weaver '11 is Building Community at the Women's Resource Center at University of Colorado Denver

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 20:28:00 GMT

(October 26, 2011) -- For Carisa Weaver '11, getting hired as the Women's Resource Center Coordinator was a dream come true. After months of hard work and planning, UC Denver's new women's resource center is up and running in NC 2008. For UCD students, this office will serve as a hub for information and a safe space to pass time.

full story.

The Scott/Ross Center for Community Service Celebrated its 10th Anniversary

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:11:49 GMT

(October 24, 2011) -- On the evening of Wednesday, October 19, Simmons hosted 150 people to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Scott/Ross Center for Community Service.

Making Education Work Campaign Video Featuring Alumnae/i

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:51:00 GMT

(October 13, 2011) -- The Making Education Work Campaign video featuring alumnae/i who "make education work."

This video is also a part of the 100-Year Vision Road Show.

SOM Named #1 School with the Greatest Opportunity for Women by Princeton Review 2012

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:39:18 GMT

(October 12, 2011) -- Once again, the Simmons School of Management was named the #1 school with the greatest opportunities for women by The Princeton Review for 2012.

African American Alumnae/i Association Fall 2011 Message

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 15:38:29 GMT

(October 7, 2011) -- African American Alumnae/i Association (AAAA) fall update from President Diane Dickerson.

Simmons eNews - October 2011 (All Editions)

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:20:46 GMT

(October 6, 2011) -- A special Making Education Work Campaign version of Simmons eNews has been sent. Check your inbox for your copy. Or read the articles here.

Chemistry Professor Rich Gurney and Students Featured in Chemical & Engineering News

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:15:23 GMT

(October 4, 2011) -- Chemistry Professor and Department Chair, Rich Gurney and his students Amanda L. McLaughlin '12 and Katrina M. Thistle '12, were recently featured in the prestigious Chemical & Engineering News for their work "reengineering the undergrad lab" experience. The trio also presented at the American Chemical Society national meeting in August.

Thanks to You, We're more than Halfway to Our Making Education Work Campaign Goal

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:40:55 GMT

(October 3, 2011) - Vice President of Advancement, Marianne E. Lord, thanks the community for all the support of the Making Education Work Campaign.

Nancy Sandler Gavrin '58 Champions Student Health, Fitness

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:40:09 GMT

(October 3, 2011) -- Fitness-program owner and instructor Nancy Sandler Gavrin '58 has been in the exercise business for more than 30 years. So when she decided to make a significant gift to benefit Simmons students in connection with the Making Education Work Campaign, the College's Peer Health Education Program caught her attention. She liked what she heard.

Why She Gives: SNHS Staff Member Sandra Northrup Tells Her Story

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:50:00 GMT

(September 30, 2011) -- A postcard outside Sandra Northrup's office show a group of smiling Simmons students who participated in last year's Alternative Spring Break project with Habitat for Humanity in Washington, Penn.

School of Management Named One of Top 20 Socially Responsible MBA Programs in the World by the Aspen Institute Center for Business Education

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:40:22 GMT

(September 26, 2011) -- The School of Management has been ranked in the top 20 in the 2011 "Beyond Grey Pinstripes" ranking by the Aspen Institute Center for Business Education. Simmons is the only school in Massachusetts, and one of only two schools in New England to make the top 20 list.

Making Education Work Campaign Achieves Halfway Mark

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 16:05:00 GMT

(September 26, 2011) -- Simmons donors gave our community a reason to celebrate the opening of the new fiscal year. Thanks to the thousands of donors who have given to the Making Education Work Campaign so far — including hundreds of faculty, staff, and students — the halfway point of the $85 million goal has been reached, with more than $42.5 million raised so far.

Strategy 2015 Update: Flexible Undergrad to Grad Programs - BSW to MSW

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:50:34 GMT

(September 26, 2011) -- As part of the Strategy 2015 objective to create collaborative and flexible undergraduate-to-graduate-school opportunities, Simmons is moving forward with several "3 + 1" programs. While faculty are working out the details related to coursework and program creation, the Marketing & Admission Department is working on publicity, advertising, collateral, websites, and recruiting strategies for each of the programs.

Strategy 2015 Update: Online Graduate Education - Accelerated Master of Health Administration

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:40:00 GMT

(September 26, 2011) --As part of the effort to achieve the goals of Strategy 2015, including an effort to focus on student needs, Simmons has recently launched and enrolled 25 students in the new online Accelerated Master of Health Administration Program (AMHA).

Convocation 2011 Opens New Academic Year

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:24:58 GMT

(September 26, 2011) -- The 99th Convocation — the College's annual celebration of academic excellence — was held September 7 and marked the beginning of the 2011-12 academic year. Convocation consisted of two ceremonies: a morning ceremony to officially open the academic year and honor faculty, and an afternoon ceremony honoring undergraduate student achievements.

The 100-Year Vision Road Show with President Drinan Made the First Stop in Boston

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:15:14 GMT

(September 22, 2011) -- Upwards of 150 alumnae/i, family, friends, students, faculty, and staff attended the inaugural event of the 100-Year Vision Road Show, held September 8 at the Boston Public Library

GSLIS Dean Michèle Cloonan to Step Down

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:16:41 GMT

(September 19, 2011) -- Simmons announced that Michèle Cloonan, dean of the Simmons Graduate School of Library and Information Science (GSLIS), will step down at the end of this academic year. Cloonan, who served 10 years as dean, will continue her scholarly work at Simmons as a researcher and professor, specializing in the preservation of cultural heritage and book trade history.

Simmons Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program Scholars at the Mattapan Community Health Center Health Care Revival 15

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:03:00 GMT

(September 19, 2011) -- The Mattapan Community Health Center Health Care Revival 15 kicked off Saturday September 10, 2011. The health fair offered something for the mind, body, and soul. Seventeen Simmons Dotson Bridge and Mentoring program Scholars and three faculty participated in all activities and screenings offered at the health fair. The Scholars assisted with peripheral vascular screenings, eye exams, and hearing test. The scholars also assisted with health education in the children's and teen's tent, which included the importance of physical education and nutrition. Other areas the Dotson Scholars were particularly invaluable was health education using interpretation services. Many of the residents have English as a second language and the scholars were able to communicate effectively with these residents in their native language.

Simmons Also Named A "Best College" by U.S.News & World Report, Joining The Princeton Review and Forbes.com

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:43:00 GMT

(September 13, 2011) -- Once again, Simmons has been named a "Best College" by U.S.News & World Report in the 2012 edition of "America's Best Colleges." Simmons ranked in the top tier of schools in the Regional Universities North category.

In the past two months, Simmons has been cited by three premier rankings organizations for excellence. Simmons was featured in The Princeton Review's 2012 college guidebook as one of the nation's "Best 376 Colleges" and named by Forbes.com as one of "America's Best Colleges 2011."

SNHS Faculty Visit Romania for Hospice Work

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:11:00 GMT

(September 12, 2011) -- School of Nursing and Health Sciences faculty along with faculty from the University of Rhode Island and leadership from Hospice Casa Sperantei in Brasov, Romania are part of a collaborative group called the New England Alliance of Hospices of Hope.

Lecturer Dan Connell Appointment at BU's African Studies Center

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:48:00 GMT

(September 12, 2011) -- Senior Lecturer Dan Connell has been appointed to the Boston University African Studies Center as a Visiting Researcher.

Connell will interact with other Africanists at BU and to pursue his own research and writing on the challenges of post-conflict transitions in African states.

Connell will continue to teach/lecture at Simmons.

SOM-CSO Career Expo: Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:39:06 GMT

SOM CAREER EXPO
September 27, 2011

Join us for the annual SOM Career Expo!
This event is open to SOM Students and Alums as well as Simmons Undergraduate Management Students.

Register today.

SOMAA Speaker Series: Willful Blindness, a Conversation with Margaret Heffernan: Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:37:57 GMT

The Center for Gender in Organizations, the School of Management, and the SOM Alumnae Association invite you to a book talk on the evening of September 27 for Margaret Heffernan's "Willful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril." The event will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Nominate Someone for a Simmons Honorary Degree

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:51:33 GMT

(September 9, 2011) -- Do you know someone whose life exemplifies the values and mission of Simmons College? If so, consider nominating that person for an Honorary Degree from the College.

Simmons eNews - September 2011 (All Editions)

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 17:25:00 GMT

(September 8, 2011) -- Simmons has launched school-specific versions of eNews. Get the latest news from the undergrad college, CAS graduate school, Library and Info Science school, Nursing and Health Science school, School of Management and the Social Work school.

Communications Department Wins National Award from National Communications Association (NCA)

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:04:24 GMT

(September 6, 2011) -- The Department of Communications at Simmons College has won a major award from the National Communications Association (NCA) for its innovative efforts to prepare students to meet the needs of the new, multi-platform media environment.

986 Students Welcomed to Campus on Move-In Day 2011

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 15:38:00 GMT

(September 4, 2011) -- New and returning students move in to Simmons on Sunday, September 4. With the help of the Student Life staff, the RAs and the Simmons community.

Alumnae/i and First-year Twitter Chat

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 17:09:00 GMT

(September 2, 2011) -- Simmons held the first-ever alumnae/i and student twitter chat at noon. There were several alums who tuned in to share advice and stories with the class of 2015.

Follow the thread at #Simmons15 - http://bit.ly/oU5ifJ

Nutrition Professor Teresa Fung Expert on U.S.News Best 20 Diets Panel

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:53:00 GMT

(September 1, 2011) -- A panel of 22 health experts including nutritionists and specialists in diabetes, heart health, human behavior, and weight loss, reviewed detailed assessments prepared by U.S. News of 20 diets. The experts rated each diet in seven categories, including short- and long-term weight loss, ease of compliance, safety, and nutrition.

full story.

Strategy 2015 Updates: Academic Technology - Enhancing Simmons's Visibility

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 17:45:44 GMT

(September 1, 2011) -- The Office of the Provost has been hard at work this summer working on changes in academic technology that support Strategy 2015, specifically strategic opportunity #4, which focuses on increased opportunities for online graduate education to enhance Simmons's national reach and visibility.

Alumnae Association Fall Award Winners Announced

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 19:26:00 GMT

(August 31, 2011) -- The Alumnae Association Executive Board (AAEB) is off to a great start this year! The AAEB is a group of alumnae volunteers who act and guide the Alumnae Association in our goals and initiatives.

This year at Evening of Appreciation on Friday October 21, the AAEB will honor several outstanding alumnae for their service.

Trustee Deborah Brittain '74SW Endows New Scholarship

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 13:10:56 GMT

(August 29, 2011) -- Deborah Brittain '74SW says establishing an endowed scholarship at the School of Social Work is a natural extension of her dedication to the school's mission, Simmons more broadly, and the Making Education Work Campaign.

Chemistry/Physics Professor Jennifer Roecklein-Canfield to Participate in Biology Scholars Program

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 19:49:00 GMT

(August 23, 2011) -- Associate Professor Jennifer Roecklein-Canfield is one of thirteen exemplary biologists have been chosen to participate in the inaugural Assessment Residency of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM)/National Science Foundation (NSF) Biology Scholars Program.

Full story.

Kristen Rasmussen Tarr Named New Simmons Head Basketball Coach

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 19:31:00 GMT

(August 23, 2011)-- Kristen Rasmussen Tarr joins the Simmons Athletics staff as Head Basketball Coach for the 2011-12 season. Coach Rasmussen Tarr joins the Sharks after an accomplished eleven-year career in the WNBA, FIBA and WNBL professional leagues.
Full story.

English Professor Afaa Michael Weaver Featured as "Tuesday Poet"

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:50:00 GMT

(August 23, 2011) -- English Professor Afaa Michael Weaver is featured as the "Tuesday Poet" on the August 23 theblackbottom.com, the African American blog of politics, culture, and social activism.

full story.

SOM Student Named Executive Director of State Refugee and Immigrant Office

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 19:35:00 GMT

(August 18, 2011) -- The Patrick-Murray Administration announced the appointment of Josiane Martinez as Executive Director of the Office for Refugees and Immigrants (ORI), effective Monday, August 22. Martinez succeeds Richard Chacón, who left state service in July for a position at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

full story.

City Year Partners with Simmons College in Support of Community Service

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:27:00 GMT

(August 16, 2011) -- In an effort to boost support for community service engagement, Simmons College recently signed a new "give a year" Partnership with City Year, a leading national youth service organization. The partnership will provide City Year members, alumni, and staff with scholarships to attend one of Simmons's five graduate schools. Simmons/City Year National Service scholars will enter Simmons beginning in 2012.

full story.

Forbes Names Simmons One of "America's Best Colleges" for 2011

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 17:44:05 GMT

(August 11, 2011) -- For the fourth consecutive year, Simmons College has been named by Forbes as one of "American's Best Colleges in 2011." Simmons is among a select group of 650 colleges featured in the ranking, which represents the top 20% of the nearly 4,000 colleges in the United States.

Professor Sylvia Maxfield Discusses the State of the Economy on NECN

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 13:35:00 GMT

(August 10, 2011) -- Simmons School of Management Professor Sylvia Maxfield appeared on NECN to discuss the recent economic turmoil in the U.S. and its worldwide impact.

Click to view: Professor Sylvia Maxfield and the Worldwide view of the economic situation.

Susan Antonelli '98 Named Assistant Dean of Campus Life

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 19:06:03 GMT

(August 9, 2011) -- Susan Antonelli '98 has accepted the position of Assistant Dean of Campus Life at Simmons College.

Simmons eNews Survey 2011

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:05:36 GMT

(August 2011) -- Do you receive Simmons eNews, the monthly alumnae/i enewsletter? Do you have feedback about the email or what type of news Simmons includes? Please take our short, online survey and be entered to win a Simmons picture frame.

Simmons Alumnae/i Email and Social Media Survey 2011

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:03:00 GMT

(August 2011) -- Do you receive email from Simmons? Do you wish to get alumnae/i updates from Simmons via social media? Do you have feedback about either? Please take our short, online survey and be entered to win a Simmons picture frame.

Princeton Review Names Simmons Among "The Best 376 Colleges" in the Nation for 2012

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 19:49:42 GMT

(August 2, 2011) - Simmons College has been named one of the nation's "Best 376 Colleges" in The Princeton Review's newly published 2012 college guidebook. Only about 15 percent of America's 2,500 four-year colleges and three colleges outside the U.S. are profiled in the book.

GSLIS Students Blog from South Korea

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 19:44:00 GMT

(August 11, 2011) -- Simmons GSLIS: Dispatches from the Field -Faculty, students, and friends of Simmons GSLIS report on conferences, activities, and projects around the globe.

blog.

CommTracks Wins Columbia Scholastic Press Association Award

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:39:00 GMT

(July 27, 2011) -- The awards keep rolling in for CommTracks. Communications professor Jim Corcoran just shared the critique from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association at Columbia University and, for the second year in a row, CommTracks received a Gold Medal. It also received All-Columbian Honors for special merit in content. All-Columbian Honors are given only when the magazine has achieved the 95th percentile or higher in one or more of three categories -- content, design, and organization.

Simmons Trustman Gallery Kicks Off Year with Two American Icons

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:31:00 GMT

(July 21, 2011) -- Simmons College presents "Glam plus Bam — Warhol and Edgerton: Photos from the Simmons College Collection," Sept. 8 — Oct. 6, at the Trustman Art Gallery, fourth floor, Main College Building, 300 the Fenway, in Boston. A reception will be held Tuesday, Sep. 13, from 5 - 7 p.m. The exhibit features selections from recent gifts to the College from the Andy Warhol Photographic Legacy Program, and the Harold and Esther Edgerton Family Foundation. The exhibit and reception are free, and open to the public.

full story.

Simmons eNews - July 2011

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:49:00 GMT

(July 21, 2011) -- Latest news and events from Simmons College.

Marianne E. Lord Has Been Named Vice President of Advancement

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:21:32 GMT

(July 20, 2011) -- President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM is pleased to announce the appointment of Marianne E. Lord as the new Vice President of Advancement, effective September 6.

Donor Community Shows Strong Simmons Fund Support

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 13:21:00 GMT

(July 2011) -- Thank you to all of you who showed your support to Simmons by making a gift to the $85 million Making Education Work Campaign – which is moments away from hitting its monumental halfway point!

Your support has enabled Simmons to meet its annual fund philanthropy goal for fiscal year 2011, which runs July 1 to June 30. The College was able to accomplish what we set out to do in large part because of the success of the Match Madness Challenge – made possible by the five volunteer leaders of the Making Education Work Campaign.

Physical Therapy Students Engage in Local and National Events

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 19:49:00 GMT

(July 18, 2011) -- The students in the physical therapy doctoral program continue to make quite an impact locally in their communities and nationally in their professional organization, the American Physical Therapy Association. The following offers some of the significant achievements and recognitions that the DPT Program and students have recently realized.

2011 Reunion Giving Tops $1 Million

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:46:00 GMT

(July 18, 2011) -- This year's Reunion classes celebrated their milestone year by giving an impressive $1,029,111 to Simmons and all Reunion gifts count toward the Making Education Work Campaign which gives additional cause for celebration.

Cricket Laun '46: Finding the Fun in Philanthropy

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:39:00 GMT

(July 18, 2011) -- Sixty years have passed since Cricket Laun '46 was a singer in the Simmons Bluettes, but she relives her experience every week when she sings with a group in her community. "I had such a good time at Simmons," Laun said. "It was perfect for me."

Teresa 'Terri' Winter Messer '68 Says "Thank You" with Scholarship Gift

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:51:00 GMT

(July 18, 2011) -- Ever since fifth grade, Terri Winter Messer '68 knew she wanted to write. And she says Simmons prepared her well for a fulfilling career in journalism and public relations.

Molly Raphael '69LS Begins Term as ALA President

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:40:00 GMT

(June 29, 2011) -- The American Library Association has a new president. Molly Raphael '69LS, former director of libraries at Multnomah County Library in Portland, OR, and the District of Columbia Public Library in Washington, DC, began her 2011-2012 term in June.

full story.

Simmons SOM Names Richard L. Cravatts New Communications Management Program Director

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:14:00 GMT

(June 29, 2011) -- Richard L. Cravatts, PhD, a veteran marketing communications professional and an academic leader with extensive experience in organizational marketing and program development, has been named the new Director of Simmons College's innovative program in Communications Management, a master's degree program within Simmons's School of Management.

The Associated Collegiate Press Announces Awards for CommTracks

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 18:38:00 GMT

(June 26, 2011) -- The recent edition of CommTracks magazine was awarded a First Class rating, along with Marks of Distinction in the categories of concept, layout and design, and art, graphics, typography, and photography by the Associated Collegiate Press.

SOM HCA Program Update from Program Director and Professor John Lowe

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:58:00 GMT

(June 23, 2011) -- Program director and professor John Lowe shares updates about the HCA program.

Scott/Ross Community Service Center Celebrates 10th Anniversary with National Honor

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:57:00 GMT

(June 2011) -- The Center celebrates the 10th anniversary and also for the fifth consecutive year, Simmons was named to the 2010 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS).

Simmons eNews - June 2011

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 15:50:00 GMT

(June 10, 2011) -- Latest news and events from Simmons College.

Farah Assiraj '09GS Awarded Distinguished Fulbright Award in Teaching for 2011-2012

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 19:50:00 GMT

(June 9, 2011) -- Farah Assiraj '09GS is one of approximately 40 teachers worldwide just selected for the Distinguished Fulbright Award in Teaching for 2011-2012, to be spent in Morocco. A program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State, the award recognizes excellence in teaching in the United States and elsewhere. Farah was recently recruited out of her teaching position at the Boston Renaissance Charter School by the Boston Public Schools to serve as a Senior Academic Specialist.

Simmons Buzzes with Celebration: Reunion and Commencement Bring Together Community

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:33:51 GMT

(June 2011) -- Record crowds converged on the Simmons campus to celebrate the year's capstone events: Commencement and Reunion.

Honorary Degree Nominations Now Accepted for 2013: All Candidates Welcome

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 19:14:37 GMT

(June 2011) -- Simmons is now accepting nominations for next year's Honorary Degree recipients.

Nominate today!

Quarterly Message to Alumnae/i and Friends from President Helen G. Drinan 75LS, '78SM

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 18:42:43 GMT

(June 2011) -- Spring is a celebratory season on campus with our capstone yearly events: Commencement, the Commencement Recognition Celebration, and Reunion Weekend.

Simmons Mourns the Loss of Professor Emeritus George Nitchie

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 17:12:32 GMT

(June 8, 2011) -- Professor Emeritus George Nitchie passed away Monday, June 6 at the age of 90. George was a beloved professor of English at Simmons. He taught from 1947 to 1986. He was recently on campus in May to celebrate with former colleagues the publication of a collection of his poems about life at Simmons - tributes to colleagues living and dead, reflections of the cycles of the Academic Year, and lyrical observations on the changing seasons through the lens of the school year. George was thrilled to sign copies of his book, Around the College, and share this collection of poems with his Simmons friends. George will missed by many but his legacy will live on.

Spring 2011 Sports Wrap Up: Tennis, Crew, Softball, and Lacrosse Make Post-Season Play

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 17:01:00 GMT

(June 8, 2011) -- Simmons athletes produced the most successful spring season in history, with four teams, including the growing lacrosse program, making post-season play, and two teams, tennis and crew, achieving NCAA rankings.

Jill Gold '08GS Awarded MATSOL Teacher of the Year Award

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:54:31 GMT

(June 8, 2011) -- Jill Gold '08GS, a teacher at the Whittemore Elementary School in Waltham, Mass., was recently awarded the 2011 Teacher of the Year award from the Massachusetts Association of Teachers of Speakers of Other Languages (MATSOL).

International Society Honors Simmons College Alumna Nancy Coppola '77

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:42:41 GMT

(June 8, 2011 from Society for Technical Communication) -- The Society for Technical Communication honored Nancy Coppola '77 in a ceremony at its annual conference in Sacramento, CA on 17 May.

Senior Class Gift Reaches Historic 58% Participation Level

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:27:49 GMT

(June 8, 2011) -- Congratulations to this year's senior class, who achieved a record-breaking 58% participation rate for their Senior Class Gift.

Standing Room Only as Donors and Honorary Degree Recipients Are Honored at the Commencement Recognition Celebration

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:18:06 GMT

(June 8, 2011) -- More than 300 guests attended this year's Commencement Recognition Celebration to applaud the 2011 honorary degree recipients and donors from the 1899 and John Simmons giving societies.

2011 Presidential Award Grants 23 Students Reprieve from Loan Payments

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:58:06 GMT

(June 8, 2011) -- Twenty-three students from the Class of 2011 were granted a 2011 Presidential Award of $10,000 each to go towards student loan payments. The names of the students were announced by President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM at the Commencement Recognition Celebration, to the delight of the students, their families, and the standing room only crowd.

George W. Nitchie, Professor of English, emeritus - Simmons's First Poet Laureate

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:26:54 GMT

(June 8, 2011) -- The United States of America has one, and so do all but a few of its states. But not many colleges have an official Poet Laureate, as Simmons has had ever since George W. Nitchie, Professor of English, emeritus, was unanimously voted Poet Laureate by Simmons trustees in 1999.

Dominic McDevitt-Parks '12LS Named Nation's First U.S. Wikipedian in Residence

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 19:43:00 GMT

(June 1, 2011) -- In the latest example of the growing influence of Wikipedia, the Archives announced Wednesday that it had selected Dominic McDevitt-Parks '12LS as its first liaison to the community-editable encyclopedia.

full story.

National Archives Names First Wikipedian In Residence

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:42:00 GMT

(June 1, 2011) -- The National Archives, the hallowed repository of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and America's most treasured records, now has a resident Wikipedian.

In the latest example of the growing influence of Wikipedia, the Archives announced Wednesday that it had selected Dominic McDevitt-Parks '11LS as its first liaison to the community-editable encyclopedia.

McDevitt-Parks, a dual history and archives management masters degree student at Simmons College in Boston, called himself a "history buff, a word nerd, a news junkie, and an occasional pedant" in an Archives blog post.

Read article on Huffington Post.

Commencement 2011 Video

Thu, 26 May 2011 12:46:00 GMT

(May 26, 2011) -- "I am not going to a women's college" is how 2011 Commencement student speaker Darcie Guilbert '11 began her address. See why she and the nearly 400 other graduates changed their minds! It has a little something to do with "Simmons-ness."

Read the blog and view the video.

SOM Career Services Office Update

Fri, 20 May 2011 14:43:05 GMT

(May 2011) -- Announcements, Events, Conferences, Career Fairs, Job Postings, SOM-CSO News

CGO Director Patricia Deyton to Speak in Lithuania

Fri, 20 May 2011 12:31:07 GMT

(May 20, 2011) -- Patricia Deyton, Director of the Center for Gender in Organizations, and former Executive Director of the Council of World Women Leaders, has been invited by the government of Lithuania to participate in a seminar entitled "Women Enhancing Democracy (WED)" on June 30, 2011. This seminar will take place on the margins of the Community of Democracies Ministerial. It is also hoped that Secretary Clinton will be participating in the seminar.

Simmons Receives President's National Community Service Honor for a 5th Year

Mon, 16 May 2011 12:58:00 GMT

(May 16, 2011) -- For the fifth consecutive year, Simmons was named to the 2010 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS).

AIDS Action Committee Honors Professor Gary Bailey with Courage Award

Sat, 14 May 2011 19:46:00 GMT

(May 14, 2011) -- The 22nd Annual Bayard Rustin Community Breakfast's Keynote Speaker was Pernessa Seele, CEO and founder of Balm in Gilead, Inc., a religious-based organization that provides support to people with AIDS and their families, as well as working for prevention of HIV and AIDS.

full story.

Simmons eNews - May 2011

Fri, 13 May 2011 15:19:00 GMT

(May 13, 2011) -- Latest College and alumnae/i news from Simmons College.

Simmons Announces New Dean for School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Mon, 09 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT

(May 9, 2011) -- Judy A. Beal, D.N.Sc., RN, a longtime nurse educator who specializes in the changes in 21st century nursing, has been named the new dean of the Simmons College School of Nursing and Health Sciences, effective July 1.

New Deans Named for School of Nursing and Health Science, School of Management and College of Arts and Sciences

Mon, 09 May 2011 15:00:00 GMT

(May 9, 2011) -- President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM announced Judy A. Beal, D.N.Sc., RN, a longtime nurse educator who specializes in the changes in 21st century nursing, has been named the new dean of the Simmons College School of Nursing and Health Sciences, effective July 1.

On May 2, Renée T. White, Ph.D., a leading expert on race, gender, and HIV/AIDS, has been appointed dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, effective September 1.

Last month, Cathy E. Minehan has been named the new Dean of the Simmons College School of Management, the nation's first MBA program focused on women. Minehan will begin her tenure at Simmons August 1. Minehan is a recognized business and financial expert who led the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston for 13 years as President and CEO.

SSW Alums Come Back to Campus for Alumni Day 2011

Thu, 05 May 2011 14:29:25 GMT

(May 5, 2011) -- The Simmons School of Social Work (SSW) Alumni and Professional Day was held on Saturday, March 26. It was wonderful day, which celebrated the SSW alumni community and gave them a chance to reconnect with Simmons as well engage in discussions around the topic of health care disparities in six workshops.

A Celebration for Alums, Students, and Faculty: GSLIS After Dark 2011

Thu, 05 May 2011 14:21:32 GMT

(May 5, 2011) -- GSLIS After Dark was held on Thursday evening, April 28 in the Linda K. Paresky Conference Center. Approximately 140 members of the GSLIS community attended, including alumni, faculty, staff, and students.

Tweet and Watch Live-Stream of Commencement 2011

Thu, 05 May 2011 13:47:32 GMT

(May 5, 2011) -- Simmons will be live-streaming the ceremonies from the Commencement site. Simmons will also be tweeting from Commencement! For live updates you can follow us on Twitter @SimmonsCollege and use #Simmons11 to join the conversation.

GSLIS and Simmons Produces Library Leaders

Wed, 04 May 2011 15:45:40 GMT

(May 4, 2011) -- Maureen Sullivan and Susan Ballard '75LS have been named president of two library associations.

Many Participate in Hillel's Yom Hashoah/Holocaust Remembrance Day Name Reading Ceremony

Wed, 04 May 2011 15:38:47 GMT

(May 4, 2011) -- Simmons students, faculty, and staff participated in Simmons Hillel's Yom Hashoah / Holocaust Remembrance Day Name Reading Ceremony from 10:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. on Monday, May 2 at Simmons Hillel's Holocaust Education table in the Main College Building lobby.

Simmons Announces New Dean for College of Arts and Sciences

Mon, 02 May 2011 15:36:00 GMT

(May 2, 2011) -- Helen. G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM is very pleased to announce that Renée T. White, Ph.D., a leading expert on race, gender, and HIV/AIDS, has been appointed dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, effective September 1.

Strategy 2015 Website Launched

Mon, 02 May 2011 15:16:00 GMT

"Imagine Simmons 100 years from now — what do you see?" This was the question President Helen Drinan posted to the Board of Trustees in October 2010 as she unveiled the College's five-year strategic plan.

Strategy 2015 and the Simmons Strategy Map represents work done by hundreds of members of the Simmons community to articulate our core purpose and values, and to identify five strategic opportunities that will lead Simmons to a successful future.

The five strategic opportunities represent the best of Simmons — and what will make Simmons even better. They represent a future vision of Simmons as a beacon of leadership in the world of higher education, a resource to our nation and world, and a global expert in educating women for empowerment and leadership.

View the website.

Ruth Kowal '71LS, Director of Administration & Finance at Boston Public Library, Retires After 40-year career

Mon, 02 May 2011 15:04:04 GMT

(May 2, 2011 - from Boston Public Library) -- Ruth Kowal '71LS, Director of Administration & Finance at the Boston Public Library, retired in March after a 40-year career in Massachusetts public libraries.

Meet the Volunteer Leaders of the Making Education Work Campaign

Mon, 02 May 2011 14:44:02 GMT

(May 2, 2011) -- The alumnae volunteers leading the Making Education Work Campaign earned the nickname "The Starting Five" when they launched the Match Madness Challenge. Together, they generously agreed to match every gift to The Simmons Fund in March.

In The Name of Science: Libby Warren Backofen '46 Leaves Entire Estate to Simmons

Mon, 02 May 2011 14:39:57 GMT

(May 2, 2011) -- Elizabeth "Libby" Warren Backofen '46 is passionate about science. Backofen is also passionate about Simmons. So when it was time to plan for her estate, she decided to leave it all to the College and stipulated that her gift be used to establish an endowed chair or scholarship in biology, chemistry, physics, or mathematics.

Dean of Students Sarah Neill Puts Charles River Dive on Table for Senior Class Gift

Mon, 02 May 2011 14:26:09 GMT

(May 2, 2011) -- At the April 26 Senior Faculty Banquet, Dean of Students Sarah Neill put a big offer on the table. She challenged the Senior Class to reach 75% participation for their Senior Class Gift – and offered to jump in the Charles River if this never-achieved-before feat is met.

SOMAA Speaker Series Spring 2011 Recap & Photos

Mon, 02 May 2011 11:29:00 GMT

(May 2, 2011) -- On Wednesday, March 16, 50 Simmons School of Management alumnae, faculty and staff, as well as SOMAA friends gathered in the Executive Education Conference Room in the SOM building for the Spring 2011 SOMAA Speaker Series event "Right-Sizing your Career for What Matters Most."

Simmons Hillel Hosts 6th Annual IFest: A Celebration of Israeli Culture

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 19:46:25 GMT

(April 29, 2011) -- Over 220 Simmons students, faculty, staff, and alumnae enjoyed 257 falafel-filled pita pockets and other treats at Simmons Hillel's 6th annual IFEST: a celebration of Israeli Culture on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Simmons College in the Kotzen Room on the 1st floor of the Lefavour Building.

Scholarship and Service: Undergraduate Conference and Global Community Service Day 2011

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:33:00 GMT

(April 29, 2011) -- This year, Simmons joined together two of its annual events, the Undergraduate Conference and Global Service Day, into one day-long event, Scholarship and Service.

BAMBA Extended to SOM Undergraduate Alumnae/i

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:34:31 GMT

(April 28, 2011) -- It's not too late to apply to the #1 MBA Program for Women this fall. As a Simmons alumna*, you can save over $10,000 in MBA tuition by waiving three MBA courses. Interested in learning more? Attend the Simmons School of Management MBA Information Session on Wednesday, May 11 or our MBA Showcase event on Saturday, June 11 and learn why we have been consecutively ranked the #1 MBA Program for Women by the Princeton Review.

Blog Updates from the Leadership Conference

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 14:08:00 GMT

(April 27, 2011) -- Read the live blogs from the Simmons Leadership Conference.

Welcome to the Simmons Leadership Conference!
President Drinan welcomes attendees to 32nd annual conference
Donna Karan: Finding Philanthropy in Commerce
Judith Jamison: "I Have a Light Inside of Me"
Maria Hinojosa: We must have an open dialogue about diversity
Juliette Powell: Everything I need to know about social media...
Marilyn Carlson Nelson: Lead with integrity
Marilyn Carlson Nelson: If you don't like it, fix it
Anne Mulcahy: Profession without passion is just a job

Alliances Between Men and Women Can Close Women's Leadership Gap in the Workplace, Simmons Study Says

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 15:12:35 GMT

(April 26, 2011) -- It's been the routine of many professional women for years: when dealing with subtle (but complicated) gender issues at work, turn to a female colleague or mentor for advice. But a new study released today by the Center for Gender in Organizations (CGO) at the Simmons School of Management suggests that contrary to popular belief, the most effective help in resolving subtle gender dynamics at work may come from a male boss.

SOM Professor Lynda L. Moore to Attend Prestigious International Teachers Program held at the Kellogg School at Northwestern University

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:42:45 GMT

(April 21, 2011) -- SOM Professor Lynda L. Moore has been chosen to attend the prestigious International Teachers Program held at the Kellogg School at Northwestern University this summer. The purpose of the International Teachers Program is to help business faculty take their teaching capability to the next level through integration of all functional areas of business, designing effective presentations and using lectures, case discussion, simulations and interaction between teaching and media, and the use of active learning.

School of Social Work Launches Research Center

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:07:49 GMT

(April 21, 2011) -- The Center for Applied & Community Research (CACR) is a new initiative launched in September by the School of Social Work (SSW). It aims to advance excellence in social science research while forming strategic partnerships within Simmons and with outside agencies. CACR addresses the integration of research, teaching, and practice using an interdisciplinary approach and helping to bridge the academic and community science. SSW Associate Professor Michelle Putnam and SSW Professor Hugo Kamya are co-directors of the CACR.

Career Education Center Adds New Space, New Programs

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 15:32:06 GMT

(April 21, 2011) -- There's a lot that's new in the Career Education Center (CEC) these days. In January, the CEC moved to the ground floor suite in the School of Management & Academic Building to increase visibility and accessibility. The recent CEC Open House drew a crowd as it showcased the new office suite and adjacent multipurpose Career Resource Center.

MBA Students Tour Signature Breads with Alumna Debra Farrell '02SM

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:10:08 GMT

(April 21, 2011) -- SOM MBA alumna Debra Farrell '02SM hosted a full factory tour at Signature Breads on March 18, 2011 for MBA students in Professor Linda Boardman Liu's GSM 430 Technology & Operations Management class.

SOM Holds All-Inclusive Reunion 2011

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:50:10 GMT

(April 20, 2011) -- For the first time ever, the School of Management welcomed ALL class years to participate in a day of learning and reconnecting. This year, over 60 alumnae came to the Simmons campus to participate in SOM Reunion and Alumnae Day 2011. The day marked the first gathering to combine milestone Reunion celebrations of classes ending in "1" and "6" with all classes.

Christine Brown '84SM Receives National Award

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 19:28:15 GMT

(April 19, 2011) -- Christine Brown '84SM, MHA, director of the Family and Community Liaison Program, is the recipient of the 2011 National Healthcare Consumer Advocacy Award of the American Hospital Association's Society for Healthcare Consumer Advocacy (SHCA).

Hillel Needs Volunteers for Holocaust Remembrance Day Name Reading Ceremony

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:18:41 GMT

(April 19, 2011) -- In commemoration of Yom Hashoah / Holocaust Remembrance Day (sundown, Sunday, May 1 - sundown, May 2), Simmons Hillel is hosting Holocaust Education Week, Monday, May 2 - Friday, May 6.

Berklee and Simmons Team Up for Japan

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:48:00 GMT

(April 15, 2011) -- The Asian Student Association (ASA) at Simmons College and the Asian Students at Berklee (ASAB) hosted a relief benefit concert in Alumnae Hall for Japan on April 8.

Money raised at the event will be donated to the Red Cross to help efforts in Japan after the devastation caused by the March 11 tsunami and earthquake.

Read the full story on thesimmonsvoice.com.

Matt Nathanson: First Big Concert on Campus a Success

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:47:00 GMT

(April 15, 2011) -- The Matt Nathanson concert was a success, despite lower ticket sales than expected, Campus Activities Board (CAB) and the Office of Student Leadership and Activities (OSLA) said.

Over 300 people attended the first "big concert" on campus, out of 500 tickets for sale.

CAB president Maura Millette says she is "still trying to piece together" why the ticket sales were not through the roof, but Director of Student Life Susan Chudd and Campus Life Coordinator (CLC) and adviser of CAB Tia Miller said that though they had to work out several kinks in the planning process, the concert was still a success.

Read the full story on thesimmonsvoice.com.
More on the concert on thesimmonsvoice.com.

SIS Dinner Raises Thousands of Dollars for Libya

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:29:00 GMT

(April 15, 2011) -- The Simmons Islamic Society (SIS) and the charity Islamic Relief raised more than $27,000 at a dinner at Simmons April 9. All funds raised will go toward relief efforts in Libya.

The dinner, "Libya: Call for Help," was a collaboration between SIS and Islamic Relief, a charity organization based out of Alexandria, Va., that offers emergency disaster relief worldwide.

Read the full story at thesimmonsvoice.com.

Simmons Hillel's 8th Annual Chocolate Seder is a Sweet Success

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:57:54 GMT

(April 14, 2011) -- Simmons Hillel held it's 8th annual Chocolate Seder on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 and it was a festive event! Thirty participants from various COF campuses joined us throughout the two-hour model pre-Passover seder with a chocolate twist, which was held in the Simmons Hall Living Room on the Residence Campus.

Cathy E. Minehan Named New Dean for School of Management

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 19:45:00 GMT

(April 12, 2011) -- A recognized business and financial expert who led the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston for 13 years as President and CEO, Cathy E. Minehan has been named the new Dean of the Simmons College School of Management, the nation's first MBA program focused on women. Minehan will begin her tenure at Simmons August 1.

Eve Ensler '06HD Honored with 2011 Tony Award

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 19:50:00 GMT

(April 8, 2011) -- Playwright Eve Ensler '06HD, author of The Vagina Monologues and I Am an Emotional Creature: The Secret Life of Girls Around The World, will receive a special distinction this year from the Tony Awards.

Global Community Service Day and Undergraduate Research Conference 2011

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 13:52:35 GMT

(April 8, 2011) -- We are pleased to invite you to join us for Scholarship and Service, on Friday April, 29 at Simmons College. Scholarship and Service celebrates two amazing events, the Undergraduate Research Conference and Global Service Day.

Simmons Hillel Hosts Second Annual Simmons Freedom Seder: An Inclusive Celebration

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:55:17 GMT

(April 7, 2011) -- On Tuesday evening, April 5, 2011, members of the Simmons community participated in the 2nd Annual Simmons Freedom Seder: An Inclusive Celebration in the Kotzen Room, Lefavour Hall. The pre-Passover model seder was sponsored by Simmons Hillel and Hillel Council of New England.

Simmons eNews - April 2011

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT

(April 7, 2011) -- Latest College and alumnae/i news from Simmons College.

Alumna Ali Brown '93 to be on ABC's Secret Millionaire this weekend

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 19:35:22 GMT

(April 6, 2011) -- Simmons alumna Ali Brown '93 will be featured on ABC's hit show "Secret Millionaire" over the weekend. In the episode, which airs on Sunday at 8:00 p.m. (ET), entrepreneur and self-made millionaire Ali Brown '93 will go undercover and live and volunteer among the homeless in Venice Beach, Calif., looking for people that need financial assistance. Ali will ultimately reveal who she is and reward unsung community heroes with hundreds of thousands of dollars of her own money.

Distingiuished Poet Sally Bliumis-Dunn to Speak at Simmons

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 17:18:19 GMT

(April 4, 2011) -- Modern poet and creative writing instructor Sally Bliumis-Dunn will give a poetry reading on April 6 at Simmons College, during an event sponsored by the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Center at Simmons College.

Communications Professor Ed Vieira Proves Voilent Video Games Hinder Development

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:09:00 GMT

(April 4, 2011) -- Children's exposure to violent video games over time can impact their ability to develop empathy and sympathy for others, according to a new study written by Simmons College Communications Professor Edward T. Vieira, Jr., Ph.D. and published in the 2011 spring/summer edition of the Journal of Children and Media.

Simmons Celebrated Women's History Month in March

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 16:02:00 GMT

(April 3, 2011) -- Last month, Simmons celebrated Women's History Month with a range of events, including Women's College Week. The 14th annual International Women's Day Breakfast, held March 8, highlighted, "Unequal Treatment under the Law: Women in the Criminal Justice System," and featured a panel of a Mass. politician, a policewoman, and a doctor who discussed issues of policy in caring for female offenders in the United States.

Emotions Run High at 2011 Scholarship Brunch

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 20:03:41 GMT

(April 1, 2011) -- Held on Sunday, March 27 in the Linda K. Paresky Conference Center, the 2011 Scholarship Brunch was one for the books. Many of the more than 120 guests in attendance – including President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM, deans, professors, trustees, Alumnae Association Executive Board members, students, parents, and donors – were moved to tears, listening to the morning's three speakers giving personal and emotional accounts of how scholarships have changed their lives.

Suzanne DuBose '78: Honoring her Grandmother by Paying it Forward

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:55:17 GMT

(April 1, 2011) -- "When it comes to education, money should not be a deterrent," said Suzanne DuBose '78, stating one of the reasons she created the Lucy Grove DuBose Scholarship for Scholastic Achievement.

Enid Shapiro '67SW: Honoring a Lifetime of Enrichment

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 19:44:50 GMT

(April 1, 2011) -- "Simmons changed my life," said corporator Enid Shapiro '67SW, a social worker who has enjoyed a 50-year career and is still active in consulting.

School of Social Work Alumni Award Recipients 2011

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:06:38 GMT

(March 31, 2011) -- The 2011 SSW Alumni Awards were given out at the SSW Alumni & Professional Day, which was held on Saturday, March 26. Congratulations to the following alumni for their contributions to the Simmons social work community and to our profession.

The Trustman Art Gallery Presents: "Simmons Collects: Celebrating Women Artists"

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:15:18 GMT

(March 30, 2011) -- Simmons presents "Simmons Collects: Celebrating Women Artists," paintings, mixed media, works on paper, and photographs by contemporary women artists, April 28 - June 3 at the Simmons College Trustman Art Gallery, fourth floor, Main College Building, 300 The Fenway, in Boston. A panel discussion, "Women, Power, and the Arts," will precede the opening of the exhibit in the Linda K. Paresky Conference Center, Simmons College, from 6:00 -7:30 p.m., May 3.

Simmons Sirens Perform at The Middle East in Cambridge

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 17:39:43 GMT

(March 30, 2011) -- On Saturday, February 26, the Simmons singing group, the Sirens, had a first: they performed at the famed Middle East Club in Cambridge. Fourteen Simmons women, four bands, and over 600 concert-goers crammed into the Middle East Downstairs and, according to Resident Director and attendee Drew Newman, "Blew everyone's eardrums out."

AAEB Encourages Alums To "Tell Your Story"

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:20:00 GMT

(March 30, 2011) -- Simmons wants you to tell your story on the College's Making Education Work Campaign website. It's a spot where you can share your Simmons experience with the rest of our growing community. This list of thoughts and memories from fellow alumnae is quite diverse and inspiring – won't you share yours?

Trustee Alumna Emily Scott Pottruck '78 Travels to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for the opening of The City of Joy

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 18:00:20 GMT

(March 25, 2011) -- Trustee alumna Emily Scott Pottruck '78 had the experience of a lifetime when she traveled to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for the opening of The City of Joy -- a community that will support women survivors of sexual and gender violence.

A member of the V-Day board and a Simmons trustee, Emily described her journey as a "contrast in emotions." She says:

These women do not see themselves as victims. They are survivors. They are the epitome of resiliency. Their spirit infuses all of us, and we become one large group with a common purpose.

View 300 The Fenway blog post.
Read Scott Pottruck's first-hand account.

Volunteers Needed for AIDS Walk Boston 2011

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:52:58 GMT

(March 25, 2011) -- Volunteer with the 26th AIDS Walk Boston! Volunteering for AIDS Walk Boston is a great way to both support the fight against AIDS and also have some fun! Each year, AIDS Action Committee relies on hundreds of volunteers to help us serve the 15,000+ attendees that participate in the Walk and the Larry Kessler 5K Run.

Residence Life Newsletter - April 2011

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 17:43:17 GMT

This Issue Features: Quadside LATE NIGHT schedule for March & April!; Spring 2011 Housing Selection info; March into April: With these dance moves; Spotlight on the Writing Center; Meet Stella Cosby, dining services employee; Now and Then: Student Activism; Quiz: So you think you know the res campus?; Matt Nathanson Concert; RHA: Traditions on the res campus; Watch the Gospel choir perform on YouTube!; Eat Right with Color.

View Newsletter.

GSLIS in Top 10 Ranking from USNews & World Report

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:07:00 GMT

(March 18, 2011) -- GSLIS has been ranked as one of the nation's top 10 schools of library and information studies in the new 2012 edition of "Best Graduate Schools" by U.S. News Media Group. The rankings were released today and will be featured in the "Best Graduate Schools 2012" edition, available April 5.

President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM to Lead College Through 2016

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:56:00 GMT

(March 18, 2011) -- Simmons Board of Trustee Chair Lauren Brisky '73 announced this week that President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM has agreed to serve as President of Simmons College through the 2016 academic year.

Simmons Hillel Hosts 4th Annual Purim Carnival

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 14:42:40 GMT

(March 17, 2011) -- Over 200 Simmons students, faculty, staff, alumnae, and Simmons trustees attended Simmons Hillel's 4th Annual Purim Carnival on Wednesday, March 16, 2011 in the Kotzen Meeting Room on the 1st floor of the Lefavour Building at Simmons College.

Simmons Radio Nationally Recognized

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 16:19:00 GMT

(March 16, 2011) -- Simmons College Radio was named the winner of the 2011 Intercollegiate Broadcasting System Best Public Service Award at the organization's 71st Annual International Radio and Webcasting Conference.

Simmons offers condolences to those affected by Japan earthquake, tsunamis

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:42:58 GMT

A message from President Helen Drinan '75LS ,'78SM:
"We at Simmons College send our thoughts and deepest prayers to the people of Japan, and all those affected by the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami. The images coming over the news are heartbreaking. Please know the entire Simmons community stands in sorrow and solidarity with you.

Simmons to Take Part in Earth Hour 2011

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:07:36 GMT

(March 14, 2011) -- Join Mayor Thomas M. Menino, The City of Boston, and Simmons College in raising awareness about climate change through Earth Hour 2011 on March 26 from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Earth Hour is an international event in which participating cities and organizations around the world extinguish all non-essential lighting for one-hour to express their support in finding solutions for climate change. Earth Hour is sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and is now entering its 5th year. It's gained support from hundreds of cities worldwide, and in 2010 a record 128 countries participated. In past years, Boston's had great participation from local residents, businesses, hotels, universities, and building owners.

Simmons Brings Israel at Heart to Campus

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:59:00 GMT

(March 7, 2011) -- On Thursday, March 3, 2011, Simmons students, faculty, and staff heard about life as a young Ethiopian Israeli from three members of the 2011 Israel at Heart contingent. Rachel Marsha, Orly Tsegahun, and Assia Netaneal Avera shared each of their family experiences leaving Ethiopia, traveling through the Sudan and arriving in Israel. Each shared their experiences living and studying in Israel and answered thoughtful and interesting questions from the audience. Attendees enjoyed light kosher refreshments and a reception with Rachel, Orly, and Assia.

Advice from The Well Mom: Heather Cabot '92

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 19:04:00 GMT

(March 4, 2011) -- Heather Cabot '92, a former ABC News anchor and correspondent took a detour from the fast-paced world of network news to the nuttiness of being a full-time mom to her twins, launched thewellmom.com.

Simmons eNews - March 2011

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 17:58:00 GMT

(March 4, 2011) -- Latest College and alumnae/i news from Simmons College.

Sasha DuBois '08 Receives Excellence in Nursing Practice Award From New England Regional Black Nurses Association

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 19:50:00 GMT

(March 3, 2011) -- LaDonna Christian, a School of Nursing and Health Science Nursing instructor and director of the Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program received an award for Excellence in Nursing Education/Teaching. Sasha DuBois '08, who works at Brigham and Women's Hospital, received the Excellence in Nursing Practice award. Christian and Dubois were honored Feb. 11, at a dinner at the Marriott Copley Hotel in Boston.

Simmons Announces Commencement 2011 Speakers: Celebrating Boston & Massachusetts

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 19:21:31 GMT

(March 3, 2011) -- The 10:00 a.m. undergraduate ceremony will be held at the Bank of America Pavilion, and will feature recently retired Chief Justice Margaret H. Marshall, the first woman to serve as Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. The 2:00 p.m. ceremony for master's and doctoral degree students will feature Dr. Carol R. Johnson, superintendent of Boston Public Schools (BPS).

Kalimah Redd Knight '09GS is Making Education Work

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 16:33:17 GMT

(March 2, 2011) -- Former newspaper reporter Kalimah Redd Knight '09GS still has a journalist's instincts; she knows a good story when she sees one. And she sees them at Simmons all the time.

Simmons Hillel Celebrates 94th Birthday

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 15:46:19 GMT

(March 2, 2011) -- Simmons Hillel celebrated its 94th birthday on Monday, February 28, 2011 in the MCB Lobby! See photos of the celebration. Share a memory of Jewish life when you were on campus on our facebook event page.

Trustman Gallery Exhibit features Simmons Photography Professor Vaughn Sills

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 15:39:20 GMT

(March 2, 2011) -- Simmons College presents "Places of the Spirit: Traditional African American Gardens," photographs by Vaughn Sills, March 21-April 22 at the Simmons College Trustman Art Gallery, fourth floor, Main College Building, 300 The Fenway, in Boston.

Alumnae Association Gives $50,000: Largest Gift in History

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:34:07 GMT

(March 2, 2011) -- The Alumnae Association Executive Board (AAEB) has committed to making their largest gift in history, in honor of the Making Education Work Campaign. This year, the AAEB will give $50K in support of the Alumnae Association Endowed Scholarship Fund.

Reinstated: Give to Simmons through the IRA Charitable Rollover

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:20:33 GMT

Tax Relief Act of 2010 extends tax-wise giving from your IRA

From now through December 31, 2011, individuals who are 70½ and older may give up to $100,000 directly from an Individual Retirement Account to charity. This opportunity comes as part of the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010, which provides a two-year extension of the IRA Charitable Rollover. The new law also allows any eligible gifts made by January 31, 2011, to be treated as a 2010 donation to satisfy the taxpayer's minimum distribution requirement for 2010.

School of Social Work Celebration of Black History Month

Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:38:00 GMT

(February 11, 2011) -- The School of Social Work is currently exhibiting Icons of the Civil Rights Movement, a series of paintings by Pamela Chatterton-Purdy. Each painting is accompanied by a page of text about its subject, written by Pamela's husband, Rev. David Purdy. On Wednesday, February 9, the Purdys were on campus for a Gallery Talk. During this talk, they related their own experiences as whites actively engaged in the civil rights movement. The artist also discussed the importance of the each of the individuals portrayed in the icons. The series includes activists from all walks of life, some well-known and others who are less famous, but no less important.

Eileen Friars Leader in Residence Program 2011

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 20:10:35 GMT

(February 8, 2011) -- This year's Eileen Friars Leader in Residence is Bette Uhrmacher '66. The goal of the Eileen Friars Leader in Residence program, which was established by Eileen Friars '72, is to bring women who are leaders in their fields to Simmons and connect their experiences to our curriculum and other activities here. The general format includes a public lecture, visits to appropriate courses, and meetings with student organizations, faculty, and/or small groups of students.

SOMAA Fall Speaker Series 2010 Recap, Photos, and Podcast

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 16:08:39 GMT

(February 8, 2011) -- On Tuesday, November 16, Simmons School of Management alumnae, faculty and staff, as well as SOMAA friends gathered in the Executive Education Conference Room in the SOM building for the Fall 2010 SOMAA Speaker Series event. In an effort to support SOM alumnae in their desire for life-long learning, the SOMAA has traditionally hosted two Speaker Series events per year. These events offer a unique opportunity for alumnae to reconnect and to engage in discussion with one another on a topic of interest. This year's Fall event centered around the showing of a documentary film "Who Does She Think She Is?" followed by a conversation with the film's Academy Award® winning director, Pamela Tanner Boll, and the Director of Simmons's Center for Gender in Organizations and Senior Lecturer, Patricia Deyton.

Simmons eNews - February 2011

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 17:39:00 GMT

(February 4, 2011) -- Latest College and alumnae/i news from Simmons College.

Residence Life Newsletter - February 2011

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 18:45:00 GMT

(February 2011) -- This Issue Features: Quadside LATE NIGHT schedule for February and March!; Spring 2011 Housing Selection dates; Exploring Boston: Lazy Sundays; Spotlight on Study Abroad; Meet Audra Berryann, new Housing Coordinator in Residence Life; Now and Then, History of Simmons mascots; Haute Cuise: Bartol in Shinning Armor; Quiz: Which past Simmons College president would be your BFF?; Theme Communities opportunities; Student Leadership Selection Dates.

View the February Newsletter.

Your Support at Work: The Stories of Seven Current Students

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 17:20:42 GMT

(February 1, 2011) -- Each spring, the Office of Undergraduate Admission invites several outstanding upperclasswomen to be part of the new student recruitment team. They are called Senior Interviewers.

Simmons Sends Letters of Hope to Recovering Congresswoman

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 14:36:00 GMT

(February 1, 2011) --On January 19, the College held a "Letters of Hope" event, inviting the Simmons community to write letters of support to Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords after the horrific shooting earlier that month. President Helen Drinan has also submitted a "Letter to Gabby."

Simmons Hillel's 94th Birthday Celebration

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:36:52 GMT

(January 26, 2011) -- Simmons Hillel's 94th birthday celebration will be held on Thursday, February 24, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., in the MCB lobby.

Residence Life Newsletter - January 2011

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 16:36:00 GMT

(January 2011) -- Residence Life newsletter.

Simmons eNews - January 2011

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:38:00 GMT

(January 14, 2011) -- Latest College and alumnae/i news from Simmons College.

The Writing Center has moved to Beatley Library

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 14:37:00 GMT

(January 14, 2011) -- Come visit the Writing Center in Beatley Library. Look for our sign past the circulation desk. We open Monday, January 24.

THANK YOU: Calendar Year End Shows Strong Participation

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:41:00 GMT

(January 13, 2011) -- Thanks to donors like you, Simmons has almost 100 more donors to the Simmons Annual Fund now than it did at this time last year. Total donors from July 1 through December 31 were at almost 3,500. Additionally, the average gift size to the Simmons Fund has increased in direct marketing initiatives when compared to the last two years.

Esther Wilkins '38, Author of Definitive Dental Hygiene Text, Creates $100,000 Scholarship

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:40:00 GMT

(January 13, 2011) -- Esther Wilkins '38 RDH, DMD, who turned 94 in December, owes the beginning of a long and illustrious career to Simmons. The science major, who still teaches at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, inadvertently wrote what would become the definitive textbook on dental hygiene. Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist started as Dr. Wilkins' attempt to coordinate and organize the classes she was teaching at the University of Washington in Seattle.

Advancement Ushers In New Leadership Era

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:39:00 GMT

(January 13, 2011) -- After 13 years at Simmons, Vice President for Advancement Kristina G. Schaefer has accepted a position to become Associate Dean for External Affairs at MIT Sloan School of Management. The opportunity is exciting, but bittersweet for Schaefer: "My new role is an incredible opportunity," she said, "but I will deeply miss the people and one-of-a-kind community at Simmons. It has been a special and joyful home for me for 13 years."

Amnesty International Club Begins on Simmons Campus this Spring

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:43:00 GMT

(January 10, 2011) -- This spring, Amnesty International begins a human rights club at Simmons College and all undergrads, graduate students, staff and faculty are invited to join!

Please visit the club page on Sharknet or email laura.melkonian@gmail.com if you are interested in joining.

President Drinan Hosts Holiday Party at Home

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:42:00 GMT

(January 10, 2011) -- President Helen G. Drinan '75LS, '78SM and her husband David hosted a Holiday Open House for Simmons alumnae/i on December 5, 2010 in their South Boston home. More than 130 alumnae/i and guests attended the event and enjoyed wine, hors d'oeuvres, and good company. Special guests included Trustees Amy White '81, Janet Tobin '67, and Kathy LaPoint '84 with husband Bill.