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So you’re about to move to Simpson College! \u00a0Founded in 1860 by the Iowa United Methodist Church, Simpson sits in Indianola, 12 miles south of Des Moines. \u00a0It is an undergraduate liberal arts school. \u00a0Prepare to hit the books on this pleasant 85-acre campus! \u00a0Here are some Simpson facts and moving tips for your journey:<\/p>\n
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<\/h3>\nSimpson College is recognized for its impressive programs by Peterson’s Competitive Colleges and U.S. News and World Report. \u00a0Over 85 percent of professors have the highest degrees in their field, and the student-professor ratio is 13 to 1. \u00a0Simpson has 80<\/a> majors, minors and programs. \u00a0Their programs include:<\/p>\n Students take what’s called The Simpson Colloquium<\/a>\u00a0their first semester, which is designed to adjust them to campus life. \u00a0The curriculum works Embedded Skills into many courses. \u00a0Their purpose is to prepare students to be innovative problem-solvers in the future.<\/p>\n There are So what can you bring to your dorm? \u00a0Simpson provides a list of dos and don’ts here<\/a>. \u00a0You can get involved<\/a> in residence life through the Student Staff, Area Councils and RHA.<\/p>\n Clubs<\/a> are a great way to meet friends and feel more at home in college. \u00a0Simpson has the following:<\/p>\n There’s nothing like a road trip to start out your college experience. \u00a0If you’re planning on driving over to Simpson, consider a U-Haul moving truck<\/a> or trailer<\/a>. \u00a0The extra space will protect your belongings, as well as make the ride more comfortable for you. \u00a0If you have seasonal clothing or sporting equipment that just won’t fit in your dorm, you can rent your own storage<\/a> unit. \u00a0This way you know your belongings are safe, and your dorm can be clutter-free. \u00a0If you don’t know where to start with your college move, here are some tips<\/a> to make the process easier.<\/p>\n\n
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\ntwo first-year residence halls at Simpson–Kresge Hall and Barker Hall. \u00a0Both were built in the mid-1900s and have since been renovated. \u00a0Each hall is equipped with:<\/p>\n\n
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