Information to Anchor Your Simmons Experience

Welcome to The Anchor. This bi-weekly communication will provide you with relevant information to anchor your Simmons experience.

In This Edition

• New Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation Program
• Major Exploration & Study Abroad Fair

• Upcoming Academic Deadlines
• Student Organization Experiences

Making a Difference

Insight Needed for a New Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation Program

Student Affairs is developing a conflict resolution and peer mediation program for use by our Undergraduate and Graduate student communities. We would like your insight! Please share your thoughts and ideas at any of the following sessions that are open to students (taking place over Zoom):

• Tuesday, September 27: 10:00 a.m. / 3:00 p.m. / 6:00 p.m. / 9:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, September 28: 10:00 a.m. / 3:00 p.m. / 6:00 p.m. / 9:30 p.m.
• Thursday, September 29: 10:00 a.m. / 3:00 p.m. / 6:00 p.m. / 9:30 p.m.
• Friday, September 30: 12:00 p.m. / 3:00 p.m.

Health & Wellness

Live Webinar: Mindfulness

Tuesday, September 27, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

Have you been interested in meditation but not known how to start? Are you interested in growing your mindfulness practices to help combat stress? This introductory webinar will offer an overview of mindfulness practices and end with an opportunity to experience a guided meditation.

Taking a moment to yourself to meditate during challenging times can help support overall mental health. Meditation allows you to focus your attention and clear the stream of thoughts and information overload that may be crowding your mind and causing stress. Studies show that meditating for as little as 10 minutes decreases anxiety and depression by increasing the brains alpha waves associated with relaxation.

Join us for this session to learn a bit more about mindfulness and meditation.

All My Babies: Reproductive Justice for the Twenty-First Century Discussion Panel

Wednesday, September 28, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm | MassArt Tower Auditorium

Join us in-person, or virtually, for a conversation exploring how the design of reproductive objects, systems, and policies affects all of our lives.  

Panelists include Nashira Baril, director, Neighborhood Birth Center Boston; Christy Turlington Burns, internationally recognized icon and founder of Every Mother Counts; Jennie Joseph, one of the world’s most respected midwives and authorities on women’s health; Gabriella Nelson, associate director of policy, Maternity Care Coalition Philadelphia; and moderated by Michelle Millar Fisher, co-curator of Designing Motherhood. 

Telehealth Room Reservations

The Office of Residence Life offers room reservations on Residential campus for Telehealth appointments. To book a Telehealth room, visit the link below. You will be able to schedule your reservation, and you will receive email confirmation.

Book a room

Student Experience

Upcoming Events

Study Abroad Week: Study Abroad Fair

Tuesday, September 27, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm | Emmanuel College Quad

Major Exploration & Study Abroad Fair

Wednesday, September 28, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Main College Building, Linda K Paresky Center

September Coffee Shop: Getting Around Boston on a Budget

Thursday, September 29, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Fens Lobby

MAAM Reception for Designing Motherhood

Thursday, September 29, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Sandra and David Bakalar Gallery at MassArt | Designing Motherhood

First to FINish Kickoff

First to FINish, Simmons' first generation college student program, is kicking off the year with a meet and greet of the Student Affairs Offices. Join us for fun, food, and information!

Friday, September 30, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Main College Building, LKP

Simmons University Homecoming

The Division of Student Affairs, with the support of the Office of Advancement, is excited to launch a new Simmons tradition… Homecoming! To be held on October 14-16, this will offer the opportunity to unite students, faculty, staff, alumnae/i and families as one community in order to deepen Simmons pride and awareness, advance the mission, engage in the student experience, celebrate success and empower the network. This event will combine previous signature annual events such as Family & Friends Weekend, Simmtober, and Reunion Weekend.

Student Organization Experiences

Betsy's Friends Weekly Meeting

Wednesday, September 28, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | TBD

Nutrition Diversity Mentorship Program: Dinner and Interest Meeting

Thursday, September 29, 5:30 pm | C-505

Pre Health Liaison Movie Night

Thursday, September 29, 6 pm - 8 pm | C-505

International Dessert Night Presented by MISO

Friday, September 30, 5:00 pm | Smith Lounge, Residence Campus

Spotlight Party Presented by BSO, ASCU and Kodjo

Friday, September 30, 9:00 pm - 1:00 am | Alumnae Hall

Academic Spotlight

Upcoming Deadlines

• Friday, September 30, 2022 - Last day to add/drop a class with instructor and advisor permission
• Friday, September 30, 2022 - Last day to designate a course pass/fail

Please view a comprehensive list of Fall 2022 Registration Add/Drop Dates here

Reserving Library Study Rooms

The library has 20 group study rooms for student use. Each can accommodate two to six students. Group study rooms can be reserved for three-hour blocks up to 28 days in advance using the Library Study Room Reservations system.

Booking in advance is recommended to ensure availability. The library works with the Office of Accessibility Services to reserve group study rooms for single-person use.

Visit website | Book a room

Programming Space and Group Study Reservations

Conferences and Special Events offer a variety of spaces for programs and events — including a spacious conference center, intimate meeting rooms, lecture halls, and multimedia electronic classrooms. The Simmons conference services team collaborates with customers to plan, customize, and deliver affordable, successful events and meetings.

Visit website | Send an email

Dining Services Corner

Bartol Hall Events

Plant Forward Cooking Class

Wednesday, September 28 | Bartol Hall Dinner

Oktoberfest

Friday, September 30 | Bartol Hall Dinner

Nat'l Taco Day

Tuesday, October 4 | Bartol Hall Dinner

Gochujang

Wednesday, October 5 | Bartol Hall Dinner

Fens Cafe Events

Specials: Curry Roasted Cauliflower Salad, Clubhouse Sandwich, The Twisted Beet and BBQ Chicken Bowl

Week of September 26

Specials: Apple Pecan Salad, Bacon Mac & Cheese Melt, Union Taco and Apple Chai Chicken Salad

Week of October 3

National Cookie Day

Monday, October 3

Stay safe, and be well.

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