First-Year and Transfer Orientation

We're so excited to get to know you during "First Bite" Orientation!

Orientation is the official start of your Simmons journey!

First Bite Orientation is your formal introduction to the Simmons University community! During the program, you will have the opportunity to meet faculty, staff, student leaders, and future classmates. This is your first opportunity to meet the people who will be your life-long friends, create memories, learn about your community responsibilities, discover resources, and support services, and perhaps most importantly, have fun!

June Orientation 2024


Our June Orientation was a success! But if you missed it or want to review some of the information presented by our campus partners, you can check out our virtual orientation video or see us during one of our drop-in sessions (below!). Your orientation leader will also be reaching out to you in mid-July.

Summer 2024 Drop-in Sessions

If you'd like to learn more from our Campus Partners and meet some of your classmates, visit us at one of our Summer drop-in sessions! Zoom links were sent to each student's Simmons email address and will be resent in late July, but if you'd like a calendar invite, you can RSVP here.

  • Wednesday 7/31 (6-7pm): New Student Meet and Greet
    An informal and fun chance to chat with Orientation Leaders as well as other incoming students. Join us to be entered into a giveaway for a chance to win some prizes.
  • Monday 8/5 (11-12pm): Campus Support Panel
    Health Center, Counseling Center, Reef (including commuter resources), Housing and Residential Life, and Dining services.
  • Wednesday 8/7 (3-4pm): Academic Support Panel
    Advising, Accessibility Services, Bookstore (Direct Textbook program), Technology, and Financial services.
  • Thursday 8/15 (9-10am): Campus Life Panel
    Student Government Association, Athletics, Student Engagement, Multicultural Center, and COF Involvement

September Orientation

Saturday, August 31 – Monday, September 2. No registration is needed. Look for updates in your email and on the website the week of July 29th.

Hotels and Accommodations

We have partnered with the following hotels. Please note these are only options, feel free to find your own accommodations.

The Inn at Longwood Medical

342 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115

To Place a Reservation at The Inn at Longwood

Reserve for August Move-in & September Orientation at The Inn at Longwood 

Deadline: July 31, 2024

The Colonnade Hotel

120 Hungtington Ave
Boston, MA 02116

To Reserve for August Move-in & September Orientation at The Colonnade Hotel

Call: (617) 424-7000 and reference code SIM30A
Email: [email protected] and reference code SIM30A
Online:

 Reserve for August Move-in & September Orientation at The Colonnade Hotel

Deadline: August 9, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Brookline

700 Brookline Ave
Brookline, MA 02446

To Place a Reservation at the Hilton Garden Inn Brookline

Reserve for August Move-in & September Orientation at the Hilton Garden Inn Brookline 

Deadline: August 2, 2024