Dive deeper into the stories, announcements, and events you may have seen in The Brief or other email communications from the University.
The Priscilla McKee Award was established in 1988, the year Vice President Priscilla McKee retired, to honor her dedication to Simmons.
June 26, 2020The following email was sent from Laura Brink Pisinki on June 24 on Construction Safety Protocols: Dear Simmons Colleagues, We’re pleased to report that campus construction is well underway and every day we see progress. We will post some photos from campus in an upcoming daily message so you can see for yourself! As you can imagine, […]
June 25, 2020Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Join CSSPP and OCIE for a discussion this Friday, June 19 in celebration of Juneteenth.
June 17, 2020The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) is hosting Tea with OSP Summer Sessions to have conversations around research to exchange resources that might be helpful in managing the current challenges and exploring opportunities presented by the outbreak of COVID-19.
June 17, 2020Wednesday, June 24, 12:00 p.m. In collaboration with the Center for Excellence in Teaching (CET) and Undergraduate Research & Fellowships Office, the Office of Sponsored Programs is hosting the first-ever online Speed Research Networking event. The event will include the following opportunities: learn about the research projects of your colleagues at other departments, schools, and […]
June 17, 2020Is the Pandemic delaying your dental appointments? As of June 1st, Blue Cross Blue Shield has adjusted this standard benefit allowing members to get 2 routine cleanings, periodic exams, and if applicable fluoride treatment, per year, whether or not they are 6 months apart.
June 17, 2020The Colleges of the Fenway is offering a series of webinars for managers throughout the month of June. Managers are free whichever sessions they are interested in. Managing & Creating Communication in Times of CrisisFriday, June 19, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. This session will explore a vast array of tools and techniques to aid you in […]
June 17, 2020The Colleges of the Fenway, has put forth the following call to action on “Undoing Racism”. Read the statement below.
June 11, 2020Senior Vice President of Organizational Culture, Inclusion and Equity, Dr. Debra Joy Pérez will be speaking to the National Association of Diversity Officer in Higher Education Webinar: Examining Health Equity in the Face of COVID-19 Pandemic: Reaffirming our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion (Part 1). Faculty and staff are welcome to attend.
June 10, 2020Eileen Dacey, LCSW, a Simmons Ph.D. student, published a book on hoarding disorder titled “Reclaim Your Life From Hoarding: Practical Strategies for Decluttering Your Home, Organizing Your Space, and Freeing Yourself”. The book will be available on July 7 and is now available for pre-order on Amazon.
June 10, 2020