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Given the ever-changing nature of the pandemic and the various measures we have taken in response to it, the COVID-19 Recovery Task Force has created the Campus Operating Status to help inform the community of the current status of our policies and operations. The status will be reviewed and updated regularly by the Task Force based on the current data regarding virus transmission and campus safety. View the Campus Operating Status.
February 2, 2022Please join the 2027 Strategic Planning Steering Committee (27 SPSC) to share your thoughts about the Simmons University Mission, Vision, and Values. The Committee is eager to hear from you about how these foundational elements of Simmons align with your role, your passion, and your engagement. These open meetings are 45 minutes long, and hosted […]
February 2, 2022Simmons Copy & Mail Center, the preferred supplier for Simmons University branded print items (business cards, letterhead, envelopes), has a new online order site. The online ordering site, easy to navigate and intuitive to use, is the same system used when ordering other print materials from the Copy & Mail Center. Simmons Copy & Mail […]
February 2, 2022The Colleges of the Fenway Human Resources Committee wishes to recognize faculty and staff who have demonstrated a commitment to the work and ideals of Dr. King through their contributions to their campus and COF communities. Recipients will be honored at the 24th Annual COF MLK Breakfast. Self-nominations will be accepted. Nominations are due Friday, […]
January 6, 2022We hope this message finds you well. As you know, the COVID-19 Recovery Task Force has continued to meet and monitor the latest public health guidance and data – including the significant rise in COVID cases in the Boston area, Massachusetts, and around the nation. The health and safety of students, faculty, and staff continues to be our top priority during this pandemic. We write today with several important COVID-19 updates for the spring semester related to return to campus and remote learning, masks, and testing.
January 6, 2022Please follow the instructions below to upload your results to CoVerified CoVerfied App Choose the plus sign at the bottom of the app home screen Select option to upload a test result. CoVerified Website (web.coverified.us) Go to the left sidebar Choose “Reports” Select “Report Test Result”. Enter the information and a PDF or screenshot of […]
December 21, 2021Following the same process from this fall with input from the COVID-19 Recovery Task Force and our public health experts, Simmons has decided to require a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot for all campus-based employees and undergraduate and graduate students who are enrolled on our campus during the spring semester.
December 16, 2021As we prepare for a much-needed winter break, I am reaching out to thank you for your hard work on behalf of our students and our community. As you know, this is my first semester on campus as Simmons president. Seeing the resilience of our community as we begin to embrace the ‘new-normal’ has been energizing and invigorating for me.
December 14, 2021To ensure timely processing of payments, please submit any outstanding supplier invoices in Workday ASAP. All invoices to be paid in calendar year 2021 must be fully approved by COB on Wednesday, December 15. The last regular check run of 2021 will be on Thursday, December 16. If you have questions, reach out to [email protected].
December 7, 2021This year the Center for Community Engagement will be contributing to the Emerald Necklace Conservancy’s winter clothing drive to benefit Action for Boston Community Development. Donate your new or gently used winter gear at the Center for Leadership and Engagement in the Management & Academic Building, room C130, by December 15. Welcome items include: coats, gloves, socks, boots, hats, blankets, sweaters, snow pants, and […]
December 7, 2021