Welcome Back to Simmons!

Dear Students,

We hope you are having a fantastic summer! We look forward to welcoming our new students and returning students to Simmons University at the end of August.

Our team has been busy preparing for your arrival and working hard to ensure that you have access to all the tools, resources, and 

support to help you thrive in the coming academic year. 

This edition of The Anchor contains a checklist of items for you to review as you prepare for your return to campus. Over the next several weeks, we will continue to share updates and connect you with vital services at Simmons, including dining services, commuter support, mental and physical wellness, student groups, on-campus employment, and academic and career success coaches. 

Enjoy the rest of your summer! We can't wait to meet you in August.

Sincerely,

Rae-Anne Butera

Vice President for Student Engagement & Dean of Students

Back-to-School Checklist: Returning to Campus

Whether you are a new to Simmons or returning, the transition from the end of the summer to the start of a new academic year can feel challenging. 

To help facilitate a smooth transition, we recommend taking stock of these key action items that can be arranged ahead of time:

1. New Students: Submit your photo to the Campus Card Office for your Student ID 
   • Update your preferred first name with the Registrar's Office 
   • Pick up your Campus ID Card during open business hours
2. Register with Accessibility Services to request classroom or residential accommodations
3. Verify your Direct Textbook orders from the Simmons Bookstore
4. Find a Dining Plan that suits your needs
   • Residential Students: Complete your Meal Plan Selection Form by Aug 13
   • Commuter Students: Apply for a Meal Plan through Campus Dish
5. Download the Campus Connect mobile app and log into your account to set up your profile and browse on-campus events
6. Log into Handshake to set up your career profile and browse on and off-campus employment opportunities
7. Visit the REEF Commuter Support Center to connect with foundational living and working resources prior to the start of your academic year

Finally, make sure to bookmark the Who Can Help page for easy access to the offices and support services to aid you during the academic year.

Keep an eye out for more updates from The Anchor over the next few weeks! Stay cool and stay hydrated. Please email the SESD team at [email protected] with any questions.

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Log into your Campus Connect account on your browser or mobile app to stay up to date!

The Anchor is a periodic newsletter connecting students to in-person and online activities, events, resources, and other Simmons updates. For more information, email [email protected].