Rebecca Simmons

Rebecca Simmons is a Professor of Biology at the University of North Dakota. An evolutionary biologist and entomologist, she researches insect diversity and evolutionary patterns, often using moths and butterflies to explore questions in systematics and adaptation. She is recognized for excellence in undergraduate teaching and won the national Four-Year College and University Biology Teaching Award from NABT in 2021. At UND, she contributes to academic governance and curriculum through college and university committees, including Essential Studies. Simmons mentors students in research and professional development, fostering inclusive learning and engagement in the biological sciences.