Dear Sharks,

Only one more week 'til we're reunited! 💙 

In anticipation of your return to campus, check out our upcoming welcome week events and learn how to navigate classroom numbers and building references (in other words - don't get lost!). Reunite with old friends and make new ones during #SharkWeek, explore community service projects, connect with your advisors, and more. We can't wait to see you next week!

Fall 2025 Academic Campus Map

(. . . and finding your classroom)

If you're new to Simmons, navigating room numbers (and finding your classroom) can seem daunting. You'll be a pro by the end of the month, but just to make things smoother we've provided a map and some keys to memorize.

💡 All spaces on the academic campus begin with a letter, followed by a number (example: A-160). The letter represents the building, while the number represents the floor and room number. In the case of A-160, A = Main College Building, and 160 = 1st floor, room number 160 (aka the SESD suite!).

• Room numbers beginning with "A" refer to the Main College Building (MCB).
• Room numbers beginning with "B" refer to One Palace Road (building facing Palace Road).
• Room numbers beginning with "C" refer to the Helen Drinan Hall (aka the building directly across from the MCB).
• Room numbers beginning with "E" refer to the Lefavour Building (building facing Avenue Louis Pasteur, aka the library building).
• Room numbers whose numerals begin with "0" (i.e. A-075) usually refer to a ground-level room. In the MCB, these rooms are on the lower level just below Common Grounds. In the Lefavour Building, the "0"-level classes are on the lobby floor.

You can refer to the updated Fall 2025 Academic Campus Map for more info on which offices/departments are housed on each floor. Please reach out to us with any questions!

Shark Week 🦈 Fall 2025 - Welcome Back!

🎉 SAVE THE DATE 🎉:  Join Student Government Association (SGA) and the Jennifer Eckert Center for Leadership and Engagement (JCLE) for the Fall Connections Carnival on Wednesday, September 10 from 3:30 - 5:00 PM in the Common Grounds and Fens Cafe!

At Fall Connections Carnival, you'll have the opportunity to meet over 40 student orgs and offices on campus, join an org, and make connections with other students.

Questions about joining an org or starting a new one? Email your Student Government Association at [email protected]!

Introducing Simmons Serves

Ready to make a difference in Boston? The London Center for Community Engagement & Social Justice is excited to announce the launch of Simmons Serves, a new initiative that connects you with meaningful volunteer opportunities in the Fenway and Greater Boston areas.

At Simmons, we believe that community engagement is a powerful tool for learning and social change. Simmons Serves is designed to make it more accessible for all students, including those with Federal Work-Study. The program provides foundational training through a social justice lens, ensuring you're a thoughtful and effective volunteer. You'll gain valuable skills, apply your classroom knowledge in real-world settings, and contribute to the important work of local organizations.

Interested in volunteering with a community organization? Submit an interest form for more information! The priority deadline is September 15, 2025; the regular deadline is September 24, 2025.

Please reach out to [email protected] with questions!

We are excited to announce that the Fall 2025 Community Read for the incoming first-year class is Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine, by ER physician and thought leader, Dr. Uché Blackstock. We warmly invite students, faculty, staff, and alumnae/i across the university to join us for a reading and discussion of Legacy.

Please join us on Wednesday, October 22 for a conversation, Q&A, and book signing with Dr. Blackstock! This event is free and open to Simmons University students, alumnae/i, faculty, and staff.

 Author Keynote and Q&A: 2:00 - 3:00 PM (In-Person and Zoom)

 Book Signing: 3:00 - 4:00 PM (In-Person Only) 

 Location: Linda K. Paresky Conference Center, Main College Building, 300 Fenway

👉 Register to attend the conversation and book-signing with Dr. Blackstock!

P.S. We are giving away 10 free copies of Legacy! Enter the giveaway by 8:00 AM on September 8, 2025 for a chance to win a FREE book!

September Commuter Events 🍁

From our annual first day breakfast to our welcome back party, we’ve got great events all throughout the semester, especially for our commuter community. 

Take a look at our September events on instagram or Campus Connect 

• First Day Commuter Breakfast, September 2nd 8:30-10:30pm (REEF Support Center A-075)
• Annual Welcome Back Commuter Party, September 4th, 12-2pm (REEF Support Center A-075)

Fresh Truck Pop Up: Sign Up for your $10 Coupon, 9/10 3:30-5pm Academic Quad!

Are you a first time shopper or a commuter student? Shop Fresh Truck, our favorite low cost fresh fruit and veggie resource. While anyone can shop, first time shoppers and commuter students can access a $10 coupon by signing up today!

Healthy Boundaries Workshop Series with Casa Myrna

Be a member of our Healthy Boundaries Cohort by attending 2 of 3 workshops! Build community with others who care about boundaries, consent, and safer relationships!

This series is open to graduate and undergraduate students. Topics include:

• #1 Trust and Support In Your Relationships: Wednesday, September 24 | 12 - 1 PM, MCB A-270
• #2 Boundaries in Your Relationships: Wednesday, October 29 | 12 - 1 PM, MCB A-270
• #3 Healthy Break-Ups and How to Have Them: Wednesday, November 19 | 12 - 1 PM, MCB A-270

Register today: tinyurl.com/healthyboundariesfall2025

Are you a commuter? 

Whether you're a first time commuter student or you've been commuting since day one, we've got your guide to starting the year off right. 

Visit our Commuter Student page to explore the resources available to you As a commuter student, the REEF Support Center is your point of contract for resources and community. Follow us on instagram @simmonsreef and Campus Connect to keep up to date on the events we have planned!

Need a home base for your first day to relax, re-coup, or meet up with friends? Visit our lounge in the Main College Building, A-075 (across from the Bookstore).