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  1. One of the Simmons University signs near campus

    President Wooten provides an update on the latest federal orders, including a Dear Colleague letter regarding DEI, and announces a series of webinars for faculty and staff.

  2. Exterior photo of MCB from street

    President Wooten announces a new task force comprised of leaders from across Simmons who are charged with reviewing, analyzing, and providing guidance around the executive orders and their impact on Simmons.

  3. The U.S. Flag outside of the Main College Building

    President Lynn Perry Wooten and Assistant Director of Military & Veteran Services Stephen Pusateri share a message of gratitude to Veterans.

  4. US flag in front of the Simmons University Main College Building
    Campus & Community

    President Wooten writes to the community write regarding the 2024 election and its many potential implications for the future – especially as it relates to the persistence of glass ceilings and what it means to be a women’s-centered institution in this moment.

  5. President Lynn Wooten with Stormy and Orientation Leaders at the candle lighting event during move-in weekend

    President Wooten welcomes new and returning students, faculty, and staff, and shares her excitement about all the opportunities that lie ahead as the 2024–2025 academic year begins.

  6. A graphic with the words: August 26 National Women's Equality Day
    Campus & Community

    In celebrating Women's Equality Day, President Wooten reflects on the vital role that women’s-centered higher ed institutions play in the effort to advance gender equity and leadership.

  7. Dr. Ammina Kothari

    As dean, Dr. Kothari will play a pivotal role in the leadership of the Ifill School, a vital part of Simmons' forward-looking academic structure that is designed to accelerate student pathways and growth in meaningful careers.

  8. Astrid Sheil, Dean of the School of Management at Simmons University

    As Dean, Dr. Sheil will play a pivotal role in leadership and relaunch of our School of Management – a vital part of Simmons’ forward-looking academic structure. Dr. Sheil has a passion for women’s-centered undergraduate and graduate business education, and a strong vision for how Simmons can leverage its rich history, leadership, and expertise in this area.

  9. A seal for the Carnegie Foundation Elective Classification for Leadership for Public Purpose 2024-2030

    This designation recognizes our institutional commitment to the pursuit of leadership and the collective public good. Most exciting, this honor is a national recognition of the unique brand of leadership we have developed and advanced at Simmons – a group of everyday leaders committed to doing well and doing good.

  10. President Lynn Perry Wooten seated near a wall hanging of the University seal

    We will offer a variety of ways for our community – students, faculty, staff, alums, and friends – to participate in this historic moment as we honor the many contributions of this institution and the remarkable Simmons trailblazers, visionaries, and leaders who have and continue to shape our University and our world.