On September 1, 2016, Simmons welcomed Marjorie “Honey” Pike, our new Chief of Public Safety.

Marjorie brings almost 40 years of experience in law enforcement to the College. Before coming to Simmons, she served as Assistant Chief of Police at Vanderbilt University. Prior to Vanderbilt, she spent 33 years with the Nashville Police Department, rising through the ranks to Deputy Chief.

As Chief, Marjorie will provide leadership and a focus on engagement and communication with the entire Simmons community. She has a long history of promoting campus safety and she will use that experience to partner with students and Student Life to foster an ongoing dialogue about safety on campus.

We also want to thank our Interim Police Chief, Mel Batten-Mickens, for her service during the yearlong search for a new chief. Her work and leadership during this time have made our campus safer for all.

Please join us in thanking Mel and welcoming Marjorie to Simmons, as she takes on this important role at the College.