Simmons College

Transitioning to a new environment is always challenging.  Commuter students have the added challenge of living off campus and not having the resources readily available. It can take more of an effort to become fully integrated into the community and build relationships when living off campus.

Orientation will help you to connect with resources, with your peers and with Simmons. Attendance at Fall Orientation Events is critical to a successful transition for all Simmons students, and even more-so for commuter students.

During Fall Orientation, you will have the opportunity to meet commuter and resident students in your Orientation group and at other Orientation activities.  We also will be hosting a Commuter Student Orientation during resident student move-in which will help you and your families learn about the various resources available for Commuter students, including discounted MBTA passes, transportation options, safety tips, and temporary Commuter Housing. This Orientation will also give you a chance to connect with other Commuter students. 

We strongly advise you to plan to attend all days of Fall Orientation.  During Orientation, we would suggest that you plan to use the form of transprtation that you anticipate using during the academic year.  This will give you a chance to become familiar with your options and your routes.