Dive deeper into the stories, announcements, and events you may have seen in The Brief or other email communications from the University.
I am writing today in response to Russia’s deeply troubling invasion of Ukraine and its unprovoked assault on that nation’s people. Many in our community and across the world have watched in horror as the heartbreaking situation in Europe has continued to unfold over the past week.
March 2, 2022The Simmons University Library provides complete access to the Boston Globe to all current students, staff, and faculty members. Annual re-registration is required for existing users. For continued access, re-register using your current Simmons University email and password. New users are also welcome to register. Visit the Library’s Boston Globe How-To Guide for instructions.
February 14, 2022Starting on Monday, February 21, the COVID-19 testing site will be located in the Special Functions Room (A-070, located on the ground floor of the MCB, near Fens Dining) for the remainder of the spring semester. The SFR testing site will open at 10am on Monday, February 21, to allow staff the time to set […]
February 14, 2022Employees who have discussed flexible or hybrid remote work arrangements with their managers can request remote work arrangements through Workday. Please review the updated user guide for the new process in Workday and the updated Remote Work Policy Request: Use the Request Flexible Work Arrangement task in Workday to start a request. Once the questionnaire […]
February 8, 2022The Center for Community Engagement invites applications for the 2022 – 2023 Faculty Fellow Position. The main goal of the fellow will be to work with the Center Director to increase knowledge of community-based learning throughout the University and to increase the number and quality of service-learning offerings. The Center for Community Engagement will provide […]
February 8, 2022Given 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, 2022