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Ambassador (ret) William M. Bellamy, Warburg Professor of International Relations, shares his thoughts on the midterm elections. There's no question that the United States is experiencing one of the most divided political climates in decades. Both Democrats and Republicans went...

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A message from President Helen Drinan In the wake of last week's events, I write to you with a deep sense of purpose. When the unique strengths of our form of government are strained as they have been with homicidal...

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In honor of Founder's Day, Delaney Gagnon '21 was selected to present her essay during Simmons' annual celebration. Read her contest-winning essay below! In a world that feels increasingly fractured, by politics, intolerance, resentment and anger, we realize the value...

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As Political Director for the National Association of Social Workers-MA, Sophie advocates for positive change. On the National Association of Social Workers Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest organization of professional social workers...

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Professor Jo Trigilio has been an influential activist within the LGBTQ community since 1985 and is honored to be the Pride Marshal for the 48th Annual Boston Pride Parade. How Pride began Gay Liberation marches began in cities across the...

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Professor Gary Bailey was named in the 2018 list of Boston's 100 Most Influential People of Color! Gary Bailey, DHL, MSW, ACSW, Professor of Practice at Simmons School of Social Work, was named one of Boston’s Most Influential People of...

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We caught up with Kaitie Chakoian-Lifvergren '09 about her roles in women-centered organizations. On Budget Buddies Budget Buddies is a non-profit organization that promotes financial literacy and confidence among low-income women. We envision a world in which all women are...

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Professor Thomas tells us how Simmons is commemorating Domestic Violence Awareness Month. What inspired you to pursue your academic discipline? I've been committed to anti-violence work for as long as I can remember. I chose to pursue an MSW and...

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Michael filled us in on his efforts with addiction treatment in MA — and his work with Governor Charlie Baker!

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