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On October 16, students across the country marched to protest the continuation of the Vietnam War. In response to backlash remarks from United States Senators, the author of the piece argues that freedom of speech needs to be respected.

Eleven members of the Simmons faculty signed a statment crafted by the former abassador to India, John Kenneth Galbraith, defending the right of students to protest the draft and the war in Vietnam.

On December 8, 1965, Simmons professors, including Tilden Edelstein, Frederick Anderson, and Lawrence Langer voiced their opinions against U.S. policy in Vietnam at a panel held at Simmons College.

Senator Edward M. Kennedy of Massachusetts urged students to positive actions with constructive means toward helping the Vietnamese people.

On December 1, 1966, Simmons students fasted for "freedom." The event was organized by the Civil Rights Club and raised approximately $200.

A two-day fast for a speedy and just end to the Vietnam War is planned for March 15th and 16th.

On May 17, 1967, during the May Breakfast Ceremony, Simmons students gathered to express their concern about Simmons College Administration policies concerning faculty retention.

In this article, a Simmons News journalist expresses her appreciation for students who participated in the silent demonstration protesting Simmons College Administration policy during the May Breakfast Ceremony on May 17, 1967.

Approximately 800 silent students questioned Administration policy on academic advancement and monetary increment for Faculty during May Breakfast on May 17, 1967.

At the May Breakfast Ceremony on May 17, 1967, students held signs in protest to Administration policies.