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After experiencing combat in both Iraq and Afghanistan, Daniel Leary '22MSW sought help from the social workers at the VA. Two years later, when Daniel felt like he could start giving back after having been given so much, he came to Simmons.

• Internships & Careers
• Veteran Student

Rayna Danis '22MA, '22MPP never expected to get her masters, but then she found her passion for affecting inclusive policy change. We spoke with Rayna about the joint master's program and how it's helping her on this journey.

• Internships & Careers

When Jenny Huynh '22 came to Simmons, she was looking for a place to grow. Four years later, Jenny reflects on the many lessons she's learned from the vibrant Simmons community to her cross-cultural internship in the Netherlands.

• Behavioral and Health Sciences

In honor of Founder's Day, undergraduate students are invited to participate in an essay contest. This year, social work major Starleina Murphy '23 was selected to present her essay during Simmons' annual celebration.

• First-generation Student
• Traditions & Annual Events

After ten years in the military, Rebecca Mitchell ’22 is embracing civilian life. In fall 2020, she enrolled at Simmons as an undergraduate for a second bachelor’s degree, via the Post-9/11 GI Bill.

• Adult Student (Dix Scholar)

For their fellowship, Rae collected information on the authors and presenters of the 2021 National Book Festival. We caught up with Rae about what they learned from this experience and their passion for the preservation of digital records.

• Awards and Honors
• Internships & Careers

As Senior Office Assistant for the Office of Undergraduate Advising and former Simmons Academic Mentor, Jenny knows a thing or two about helping students navigate their academics. Check out her expert tips and tricks!

• Community Engagement

What does Estela Raya-Fouts ’24 love about being a political science major? The supportive faculty! Check out how Raya-Fouts is combining the political science, Spanish and migration studies programs to pursue a career with immigrant populations.

• PLAN Core Curriculum

For Emma Harrison '22, the lessons she gained through her PLAN courses are endless. From gaining a deeper understanding of Boston to informing her career path, Emma is excited to take these lessons and make a positive impact.

• Behavioral and Health Sciences
• PLAN Core Curriculum
• Research
• Science & Technology

Simmons Academic Mentor, Sydney Iannantuono, tells us what she loves about being an exercise science major and why she thinks her program has the best faculty.

• Athletics
• Behavioral and Health Sciences
• Leadership