Office of the Dean for Student Life
Welcome
The Office of the Dean for Student Life coordinates a comprehensive set of programs and services designed to enhance Simmons College undergraduate and graduate students' educational experiences. The Student Life Division is comprised of the Athletics Department, the Counseling Center, the Health Center, the Health Education Program, the Office of Residence Life, the Office of Leadership and First-Year Programs, the Office of Student Activities, and Spiritual Life.
Information on policies, procedures, and academic and social programs are available through the Office of the Dean for Student Life. The staff in the Dean's office administers the following programs: international student advising, domestic exchange, ALANA student advising, Dix student advising, retention programs, assessment programs, advice on leaves of absence and change of status, parents' council, as well as addressing other matters of interest and concern. The Office of the Dean for Student Life serves as a clearinghouse for student concerns and questions. The staff provides advocacy for students and can assist with referrals to appropriate college resources.
Our Staff
Sarah Neill
Dean for Student Life
Office of the Dean for Student Life
sarah.neill@simmons.edu
Lisa Smith-McQueenie
Assistant Dean for Multicultural
Affairs
and Adult Student Services
Office of the Dean for Student Life
lisa.smithmcqueenie@simmons.edu
Perri Shapiro Gordon
Assistant Dean for
Assessment
and Campus Life
Office of the Dean for Student Life
perri.shapirogordon@simmons.edu
Elise Tofias Phillips, MEd
Director
Health Education
and Student Support
Office of the Dean for Student Life
Valerie Foster
Administrative Assistant
and International Student Advisor
Office of the Dean for Student Life
valerie.foster@simmons.edu
