Simpson College was recently awarded with the Partner in Progress Award from Iowa Safe Schools for their commitment to protecting the safety and well-being of its LGBTQ students. The award is presented annually to an individual, organization, corporation, or faith community that embodies Iowa Safe Schools’ mission to support LGBTQ youth.

In 2022, Simpson applied for and received an Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) grant aimed at reducing sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking on campus. Upon earning the grant, Simpson immediately recognized the heightened risk faced by LGBTQ students and proactively sought to ensure these students were not left out of the conversation.