NAHS Class of 2008 graduate list Jun 14, 2008
Meghan Doherty Simmons College ... Suzanne Tremblay Simmons College. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Exeter High School names top 10 seniors Jun 13, 2008
Next year, Jackie plans to attend Simmons College in Boston and major in nursing while continuing to dance. Mark Schaetzle Loh, son of Barbara and Steven Loh of Stratham, is a second-year member of the National Honor Society, as well as a member of both the National Latin Honor Society and the Social Studies Honor Society. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Gustavo Santaolalla Named Icon at 15th Annual BMI Latin Music Awards Jun 13, 2008
The ceremony also featured the presentation of the fifth annual to Bostons Simmons College student Daniela Blau. BMI also honored beloved Mexican troupe La Banda El Rcodo with a commemorative plaque celebrating the prolific groups 70th anniversary. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
A chance to openly discuss the roots of racism Jun 10, 2008
"The new form of racism teaches people that they're not supposed to notice color or race," says Becky Thompson, a Simmons College sociology professor whose book "A Promise and a Way of Life" explores white antiracist activism ... The first attempt to do that in Boston occurred at Simmons College in 2003. (Boston Globe)
Lady Rams get on the map with NCAA appearance Jun 7, 2008
Winning the Great Northeast Athletic Conference, edging out the perpetually dominant, three-time defending league champion, Simmons College, was an impressive feat for a team that has been mediocre at best for the past decade. As a result of their continued ascendancy throughout the season, the Lady Rams punched a ticket for the first round in the NCAA Division III State Championships, which were held at the Kendall Sports Complex in South Hadley, Mass. (The Suffolk Journal, MA)
Mixed Metaphor at the library Jun 2, 2008
She has a bachelor of arts degree from Simmons College, and attended the Syracuse University Foreign Study Program in Florence, Italy. This year, she also showed her work at exhibits, including RED at the Kathryn Schultz Gallery in Cambridge; Beyond the Book II: An Exhibit of Book Art and Collage at the Boston Public Library; and at Brookline Artists Open Studios. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Interim Sage leader plans an 'active' role May 31, 2008
Ex-Simmons College president left former school abruptly ... The Sage Colleges announced Thursday that former Simmons College President Susan Scrimshaw will be the school's interim leader -- news that comes one month after Scrimshaw's abruptly announced exit from Simmons led to speculation she was forced out. (Albany Times Union)
Mass. to borrow up to $1.27b for housing May 30, 2008
Simmons chief to lead Sage Colleges Outgoing Simmons College president Susan C. Scrimshaw has been named interim president of The Sage Colleges, which comprises three institutions in Albany and Troy, N.Y. Scrimshaw will assume the post Aug. 1, replacing retiring president Jeanne Neff, Sage announced yesterday. Simmons, a women's college in the Fenway, announced in April that Scrimshaw was leaving at the end of the semester after less than two years as president. (Boston Globe)
Simmons College elects Lauren J. Brisky new board chairwoman May 26, 2008
She has been on Simmons College's board for seven years. Brisky has also worked at , the and. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Catherine E. Mulkerrin, 72, activist Boston nun May 24, 2008
A teacher in several Massachusetts schools, she earned two master's degrees, one in library science from Simmons College in Boston and the other in religious studies from Fordham University. Vote for this story. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Inmates shape up for their release May 20, 2008
The classes are just as much an education for the instructors, Simmons College graduate students in physical therapy who are no older than the inmates. Before the class, most had never set foot in a jail. (Boston Globe)
Ruth Jurist-Levy May 20, 2008
Ms. Jurist-Levy earned her bachelor s degree at Simmons College and her master s degree at Boston University. As a systems analyst at Beth Israel Hospital, she was a pioneer in developing the use of computers in medical record keeping and preventing dangerous drug combinations by developing a Unit Dose System. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Bush Sr. urges Bryant graduates to seek morality May 18, 2008
At Simmons College in Boston, human rights activist Bianca Jagger criticized President George W. Bush for what she called an erosion of civil liberties under his administration. "What is most disturbing about Bush's philosophy is his belief that civil liberties can become subject to cancellation in times of crisis, in contradiction to the Constitution that seeks to protect rights the founding fathers deemed inalienable," said the former model, actress, and wife of Rolling Stones frontman Mick... (Boston Globe)
Air taxi firm gets boost from families bound for N.E. college tours May 18, 2008
Questions at Simmons: When Simmons College announced April 24 that president Susan Scrimshaw was stepping down at the end of the semester, trustees said they were pleased with her performance and surprised by her departure. And Scrimshaw, who will leave after less than two years as head of the Fenway college, said she was leaving for an unspecified position in the international health field. (Boston Globe)
Belle of the Ball Boutique, and Antons Cleaners of Winchester, fits more than 280 area girls with free prom dresses May 18, 2008
On Saturday, April 26 the Holmes Sports Center at Simmons College was transformed into an exclusive invitation-only dress shop when it hosted Anton s Cleaners fourth annual Belle of the Ball prom dress boutique for more than 280 junior and senior high school girls ... Many volunteers came from the Junior League of Boston and Simmons College, while other women volunteered simply to help create a memorable day for the girls. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Editorial: Thumbs up, thumbs down May 15, 2008
Relationships Whittredge built with Codman Academy Charter Public School, John Winthrop Elementary School and Simmons College benefit both Needham and outside communities in the short term, and will continue to develop a cache of fine future teachers for the town in the long run. To the members of Team T.J. who are actively making a difference by participating in the Ride for Research in T.J. Ragnoni s honor. (Needham Tab, MA)
A fashionable lineup May 14, 2008
Poet honored Somerville poet Afaa Michael Weaver, an English prof at Simmons College, won the Pushcart Prize for his poem "American Income," it was announced yesterday. The prizes are given annually in several categories for works released through small publishers. (Boston Globe)
Needham principal to end daily tour of Broadmeadow School, successor chosen May 14, 2008
Earned an MBA from the Simmons College School of Management in Boston; an Ed.M from Boston University; and a bachelor s degree in psychology and elementary education from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst ... Joined the adjunct faculty at the Simmons College Graduate School of Education, where she will continue to work after her retirement from the Broadmeadow School ... Whittredge also established a partnership with Simmons College, where she will continue to serve as an adjunct... (Needham Tab, MA)
100 years of loving momsMother's Day celebration reaches centennial mark May 13, 2008
Jarvis' devotion to and her fierce defense of Mother's Day could be tied to the feeling that "a certain era was passing and mothers like her mother were becoming fewer," said Laura Prieto, an associate professor of history and women's studies at Simmons College in Boston. By all accounts, Jarvis' mother Ann was a community activist who worked to heal the divisions in north-central West Virginia following the Civil War, and to promote improved sanitation by creating Mothers Friendship Clubs. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Hilda Silverman; activist sought peace for Israelis, Palestinians May 11, 2008
"Hilda was a woman so filled with a drive for justice - justice on all issues," said Elaine Hagopian, professor emerita of sociology at Simmons College. "I know there are a number of people, I can't tell you how many, who feel that her mentoring changed their lives. It's amazing to me the number of people across this country, and in Israel and Palestine, who know Hilda, who worked with her, and who were overwhelmed by her powerful presence, without her realizing how much her voice impacted so... (Boston Globe)
Mother's Day celebration reaches 100th anniversary this year May 11, 2008
Jarvis' devotion to and her fierce defense of Mother's Day could be tied to the feeling that a certain era was passing and mothers like her mother were becoming fewer, said Laura Prieto, an associate professor of history and women's studies at Simmons College in Boston. West Virginia became the first state to recognize Mother's Day in 1910. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
West sports notebook May 8, 2008
Derderian's bat elevates Simmons Sophomore Leah Derderian of Boylston, who plays first base and designated hitter for the Simmons College softball team, has brought a positive energy to the program, which this spring broke its single-season record for victories. "Leah has a terrific attitude every single day," said Simmons coach Nick French, whose team was 33-10 overall, finished second in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference, and received the third seed in the ECAC Division 3 tournament. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Antonelli appointed as director of ed for Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts May 6, 2008
Antonelli earned a master of education degree from Harvard University Graduate School of Education and a bachelor of arts degree from Simmons College. Comments Thank you for the abuse report. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Technology puts more pupils in the mainstream Apr 21, 2008
The key is finding the right tools and strategies to include all children in the classroom, said Madalaine Pugliese, the assistive technology graduate program director at Simmons College, the only school in the region to offer such a program. At the Council for Exceptional Children's annual convention in Boston this month, Simmons held an assistive technology showcase, highlighting best practices for integrating the technology into classrooms. (Boston Globe)
Help for traumatized soldiers Apr 21, 2008
Previous research has suggested that the diet helps reduce blood pressure, but this study, by Teresa T. Fung of Simmons College and the Harvard School of Public Health, is the first to examine whether it makes a difference in the incidence of heart disease and stroke in healthy people. After 24 years, the women who most closely followed the DASH diet had a 24 percent lower risk of heart disease than the women whose diets were furthest from the DASH model. (Boston Globe)
Beal, Labrador graduate from guide dog school Apr 21, 2008
Beal is a student and workscampus security at Simmons College. She also enjoys traveling locally in her community. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Vegetable diet cuts heart attack risk Apr 20, 2008
Reporting this finding in the latest edition of the journal "Archives of Internal Medicine", scientists from Simmons College, Boston, said that even though the study only followed women, men too would benefit equally by following a similar dietary regime. The studys lead author Teresa Fung said: "People might think they dont have high blood pressure, so they dont have to follow it. However, the results suggest that even healthy people should get on it.". (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
A decade of running Apr 19, 2008
After all, Hogan, 42, was a standout runner at Dennis-Yarmouth High School and stayed active after graduating from Simmons College in Boston. For her, running has always been just part of the routine. (Burlington Union, MA)
Women Following Blood Pressure-lowering Diet Less Prone to Heart ... Apr 19, 2008
D., of Simmons College, Boston, the researchers monitored 88,517 female nurses age 34 to 59 in the Nurses Health Study who did not have cardiovascular disease or diabetes in 1980. They monitored the diet patterns of these women since 1980 to 2004, calculated a DASH score for each woman based on eight food and nutrient components. (MedIndia)
On Virginia Tech anniversary, Saugus mom lobbies for changes Apr 17, 2008
Several lie-ins were held in the Boston area, including a silent protest organized at Simmons College by Katie McKendrey, a close friend of Ross Alameddine s.. From the research she has conducted, Alameddine said it is alarming how effortless it is for people to purchase guns. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Diet reduces heart attacks, strokes Apr 17, 2008
People might think, "I don't have high blood pressure, so I don't have to follow it," said Simmons College researcher Teresa Fung, the study's lead author ... (This version corrects name to Simmons College)). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Business Notes (April 17) Apr 16, 2008
The prom dresses are collected and dry cleaned at no charge by Anton s Cleaners and on April 26, a boutique is held at Simmons College in Boston, where girls will shop for free dresses. Since attendance is by invitation only, students must be prequalified by referral partners. (Needham Tab, MA)
DASH Diet Feeds a Healthier Heart Apr 16, 2008
Teresa T. Fung, ScD, Simmons College, Boston, and her research colleagues suggest further studies using different population demographics to determine the heart-healthy benefits of the DASH diet in other people and to compare the DASH diet to the healthful benefits of other diets considered healthy, such as the Mediterranean diet. The National Institutes of Health provided funding grants for this study. (MedHeadlines)
Blood Pressure-lowering Diet Also May Be Associated With Lower Risk For Heart Disease, Stroke Apr 16, 2008
D., of Simmons College, Boston, and colleagues studied 88,517 female nurses age 34 to 59 in the Nurses' Health Study who did not have cardiovascular disease or diabetes in 1980. Seven times from 1980 through 2004, the women reported the types of foods they ate regularly over the previous year. (Science Daily)
Study: DASH diet reduces heart attacks, strokes Apr 16, 2008
Although the study only followed women, said Teresa Fung, the study's lead author from Simmons College, men would probably get similar benefits from the approach. The study provides the best evidence yet of important long-term benefits from a low blood pressure diet, said Dr. Laura Svetkey, director of Duke University's hypertension center. (Xinhuanet, China)
New Benefits from Old Heart Measures Apr 16, 2008
The DASH -- Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension -- study, reported in the same issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, is the first to look at the diet's effect on the incidence of heart disease and stroke, said study author Teresa T. Fung, an associate professor of nutrition at the Simmons College School for Health Studies in Boston. "Previously, the benefits that were reported were for hypertension [high blood pressure]," Fung said. (MEDLINEplus)
Sharing his experience Apr 15, 2008
In addition to lecturing at Curry College, he has taught at Simmons College, Emerson College and Boston University. Harding also runs private advertising and management training and consulting services with such notable clients as A.T. & T., Bell Systems, Fidelity Investments, IBM, Miller Brewing, and Kraft/General Foods to list a few. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Health/Science calendar Apr 14, 2008
Women and health reform Simmons College will host a national healthcare conference that focuses on women s role in healthcare reform. Open to the public, but reservations are required. (Boston Globe)
How to defuse a human bomb Apr 13, 2008
"These people are not necessarily deradicalized," says Zachary Abuza, a professor of political science at Simmons College who has studied the Indonesian program. "At the end of this program, you are probably still going to have someone who is committed to the establishment of sharia, who is probably still going to be less than friendly toward non-Muslims and ethnic minorities.". (Boston Globe)
Photo of Gisele brings big bucks Apr 12, 2008
Bianca Jagger has been chosen to deliver the commencement address to the 1,600 graduating seniors at Simmons College. (The ceremony takes place May 17 at the Bayside Expo. (Boston Globe)
DerManuelian: A tribute for Virginia A. Tashjian Apr 11, 2008
As a devoted librarian, she wanted to share her talents to others to become librarians, so she taught library science and was a professor at Simmons College in Boston. She also taught library science at Bridgewater State and Framingham State colleges. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Book gives siblings of ill kids some much-needed attention Apr 10, 2008
Children with a sick sibling come to realize that the illness forces their parents to prioritize their lives around helping the ailing child, says Gerald Koocher, a pediatric psychologist and dean of the School for Health Studies at Simmons College in Boston. "Obviously, families do their best under awful circumstances, but especially if the healthy kid is doing OK, they're not the squeaky wheel," he says. (USA Today -- News)
African-American institute celebrated Apr 6, 2008
The event drew about 2,500 people and step-dance teams from several schools, including Boston University, Tufts University, Wellesley College, the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and Simmons College, according to organizers. "This is something for the community to come out and see," said 21-year-old Shantelle Anderson, president of Northeastern's Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, who helped organize the event. (Boston Globe)
Norton donates $100,000 to Simmons College Apr 6, 2008
Norton Healthcare Inc. has donated $100,000 to Simmons College of Kentucky to fund costs associated with the schools efforts to get accreditation ... "Nationally, for example, a deficit of 700,000 nurses and 500,000 allied health professionals is expected by 2020. Advances in technology and medicine make it possible for people to live longer, but as our population ages, the numbers of disabilities and illnesses also increase. For these reasons, it is imperative that we work together to address... (Louisville Business First, KY)
Around Town -- April 3 Apr 4, 2008
Kelly, a senior at Norwell High School, plans to attend Simmons College in the fall where she plans to major in Physical Therapy and Music. If you would like to see Kelly perform live, she will be featured with Benjamin Zander s Youth Philharmonic Orchestra on Friday, May 30 at Jordan Hall in Boston at 8 pm. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
Flaherty: Economic stimulus package for all Apr 3, 2008
Simmons College dietetic intern, Rena Oudan, will present a program on the benefits of vitamin D at the Senior Center lunch site at 12:15 p.m. on April 4. Signup for lunch on that day and learn something new about this important nutrient. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Survey: Many Women Aspire to For-Profit Board Membership Mar 31, 2008
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DSS will hire more social workers Mar 27, 2008
"I would say it's really a good direction, because, to me, that reflects a philosophical shift in how they're thinking about the work and what workers need," said Tien Ung, a former DSS social worker who teaches social work at Simmons College. "Any attempt to bring the caseload down, even if it's one case for one year or two for two fiscal years, is significant.". (Boston Globe)
Following recovery, Needham police sgt. competes to raise money for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Mar 27, 2008
Sgt. Chris Baker of the Needham Police swims during a training session at the Simmons College athletic center March 22. Baker is a leukemia survivor and is participating in the Mooseman Half Ironman Triathlon in New Hampshire in June to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. (Needham Tab, MA)
Around Town -- March 20, 2008 Mar 25, 2008
Norwell resident Devon Gray has been named to the dean s list at Simmons College in Boston for the 2007 Fall semester. Devon is a senior majoring in Economics. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
Separate lives, together in business Mar 23, 2008
"The romantic breakup of co-preneurs puts their company in "real jeopardy," says Margaret Heffernan, author of "How She Does It: How Female Entrepreneurs Are Changing the Rules for Business Success" (Viking, 2007), and a visiting professor at Simmons College n Boston. "How happy employees are, how streamlined processes are, how good communications are - all these things are at risk. " The ex-couples who can stay in business together are "few and far between," she adds.Carving out well-defined... (Boston Globe)
Taking the kids to the heart of college country Mar 20, 2008
"They want to see what winter is like in Boston," jokes Janet Ferrari, a senior admissions official at Simmons College, my alma mater. She adds that this crop of students and their parents aren't necessarily waiting until they are high school juniors or seniors either. (CNN -- Travel)
Around Town March 19 -- Lots of towns show up in Marshfield Mar 19, 2008
The following Marshfield residents were named to the dean s list for the fall 2007 semester at their respective colleges: Shawn M. Amand, Erin F. Catarius, Gina V. Cullen, and Jason H. Maley at Boston University; Rebecca Stevenson at the University of Maine in Farmington; Mary C. Jennings and Elizabeth Campbell at the University of Hartford; Amanda Blakeslee, Victoria Ibrahim and Jessica McConoghy at Emmanuel College; Jessica Banco, Morgan McGillicuddy, Kari Phillips and Jennifer Stallings at... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
'The Canvasation Project' Mar 18, 2008
Tonight, you can see the 12 pieces that have come out of this process, as well as videos of the paintings being created, during a salon-style discussion with Barbara O'Brien, director of the Trustman Art Gallery at Simmons College, and Leonie Bradbury, director of Montserrat College of Art Galleries. 6-9 p.m. Free. (Boston Globe)
Najarian to be inducted into Watertown Athletic Hall of Fame Mar 15, 2008
He works at MassBay Community College as an adjunct professor teaching courses in critical thinking and psychology and supervises student teachers and teaching interns for Simmons College. He s also a consultant for a comprehensive wellness program called New Beginnings which aims to help youngsters and parents avoid drug and alcohol abuse. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Chargers fall to Walters St. in region Mar 7, 2008
Motlow St. 69, Simmons College 54: The nationally-ranked Bucks trailed 32-31 at the half but took control of the boards in the second half to advance to Saturday s semifinal round. Tyree Evans tallied 20 points while Demarco Stepter secured 11 of the team s 45 rebounds to lead Motlow (27-4), the No. 2 seed from the East. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Tree Of Animal Life Has Branches Rearranged Mar 6, 2008
The study team included Andreas Hejnol, David Matus, Kevin Pang, William Browne, Elaine Seaver and Mark Martindale from the University of Hawaii; Stephen Smith from Yale University; Greg Rouse from the University of California--San Diego; Matthias Obst from Kristineberg Marine Research Station in Sweden; Gregory Edgecombe from The Natural History Museum in London; Martin Sorensen and Reinhardt Kristensen from the University of Copenhagen; Steven Haddock from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research... (Science Daily)
Health as a priority on campus Mar 5, 2008
In the Health Education Program at Simmons College, for example, students learn lifetime strategies around nutrition and healthy eating, exercise, sleep, stress, time management, self esteem, not smoking, responsible drinking, and preventive health ... Susan C. Scrimshaw is president of Simmons College and a member of the governing council of the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies. (Boston Globe)
Depth helps Chargers advance past Hiwassee College Mar 5, 2008
Simmons College 80, Jackson St. 68: The Panthers outscored the Generals 57-30 in the second half to earn a first round win. Simmons (26-5), who hit 22-of-34 shots in the second half, advances to face Motlow State in the quarterfinals at 3 p.m. Thursday. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
A star-studded bet on '21' Mar 4, 2008
Hollywood prep, 101 Hollywood producer Denise Di Novi was back at her alma mater, Simmons College, yesterday without the one thing a woman with three dozen film credits needs: her cellphone. Not a problem - all of Di Novi's calls were forwarded to the dean's office. (Boston Globe)
Faked Holocaust memoir: Den of lies Mar 2, 2008
Daniel asked Lawrence L. Langer, a Simmons College professor emeritus, a preeminent authority on Holocaust narratives, and Deborah Dwork, director of the Strassler Family Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Clark University, to read the manuscript. Dwork recalls that she and Langer, who discussed it, pointed out numerous historical and geographical errors to Daniel. (Boston Globe)
New therapy practice opens Mar 2, 2008
He is a graduate of Simmons College School of Social Work, and trained in solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. Licensed practitioners at Boston Evening Therapy provide counseling services for depression, anxiety, self-esteem, grief and loss, child physical and sexual abuse, stress and trauma-related conditions, marriage and family conflicts, child and adolescent issues, work and school performance, drug and alcohol dependency recovery, co-dependency and adult children of alcoholics... (Brookline TAB, MA)
Caseys at the bat, on bench for Tufts Mar 2, 2008
Simmons College senior Nikki Cohen (below), a Wellesley High graduate, has earned the respect of basketball coach Tony Price. "Nikki is one of the most dedicated student-athletes to enter Simmons during my eight seasons here," said Price. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Tuning into 'Gary' Feb 27, 2008
Simmons College, Holmes Sports Center Gymnasium, 300 The Fenway. 617-558-1881, ext. (Boston Globe)
Prom dress collection under way in Wakefield Feb 22, 2008
The prom dresses are collected and dry-cleaned free of charge by Anton s and on April 26, a boutique is held at Simmons College in Boston, where lucky girls will shop for free dresses ... Anton s Cleaners is working this year with its many partners, including FOX-25, NSTAR, Jordan s Furniture, Community Newspaper Company, Simmons College, and many area colleges and high schools. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
