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In lecture at Brown, Yann LeCun discusses a new approach to AI

April 1, 2026

No stranger to controversy, AI pioneer Yann LeCun told a capacity crowd that large language models are not the future of AI and that a new approach is needed if machines are to achieve human-like intelligence.

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At Brown, renowned authors discuss the consequences of banning books, suppressing expression

March 30, 2026

In a conversation as part of the University’s Discovery Through Dialogue project, authors Edwidge Danticat and Lauren Groff discussed being writers and readers at a time when book banning is on the rise.

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From spaghettification to liquid nitrogen ice cream, local high schoolers get a taste of science at Brown

March 26, 2026

Each year, the Department of Chemistry invites high school students to campus for STEM Day, where they learn from Brown University students and faculty about life in science, technology, engineering and math fields.

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Brown University admits 2,564 students to the undergraduate Class of 2030

March 26, 2026

The University offered admission to 1,674 prospective members of next year’s incoming class on Thursday, March 26, who join 890 early decision applicants admitted in December.

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Brown engineering dean elected AAAS Fellow

March 25, 2026

The world’s largest multidisciplinary scientific society has honored Tejal Desai for contributions to the field of biomedical engineering.

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Brown’s annual BEAR Day offers ‘profoundly deep moment of reverence’ for staff members’ impact

March 24, 2026

A poignant ceremony and joyful celebration honored staff excellence, service milestones, and the collaboration and resilience that defines how staff approach their work across the Brown campus.

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Data on cost, political inclusion counters negative higher ed narrative, Brown president says at AEI event

March 17, 2026

American Enterprise Institute Senior Fellow Frederick M. Hess and Brown President Christina H. Paxson discussed the future of higher education in a conversation at the public policy think tank’s Washington, D.C., headquarters.

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Photos: Rhode Island families enjoy a day of discovery at the Brown Brain Fair

March 15, 2026

Hundreds of local residents came to campus to explore brain puzzles, art projects and hands-on science experiments, all designed to make neuroscience fun and accessible for every age.

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At Brown, Jelani Cobb looks to Martin Luther King Jr.’s writing for context on current political moment

March 9, 2026

The award-winning journalist and historian delivered the University’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Lecture, applying historical lessons to present-day challenges and celebrating the power of ordinary citizens.

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Brown Brain Fair invites Rhode Islanders to explore the science of the brain

March 5, 2026

The free, family-friendly event on March 15 welcomes visitors for a day of fun and exploration, featuring games, art projects, lightning talks and demonstrations that highlight the wonders of the human brain.

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Photos: Historic ‘Blizzard of 2026’ arrives at Brown

February 25, 2026

The Brown University campus continues to dig out from record-breaking snowfall that blanketed Providence in more than three feet of snow during a late-February blizzard.

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Brown Corporation sets Fiscal Year 2027 tuition, fees, employee salary pool and elects next secretary

February 9, 2026

The University’s highest governing board took the first steps toward approving next year’s budget amid a challenging macroeconomic environment, and also elected Brown alumnus Dr. Jeffrey F. Hines as secretary.

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Brown University students, faculty and staff unite to remember, grieve and heal as a community

February 7, 2026

As community members continue on a path toward recovery, a campus-wide memorial service honored the lives of Ella Cook and MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, whose lives were lost in December.

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With support from a Brown education scholar, Central Falls charts path to return schools to local control

February 6, 2026

Research led by education policy scholar Ken Wong is helping to guide the Rhode Island city’s transition from state to local control, shaping how the community will govern and fund its schools.

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Brown ranked No. 2 nationally for 2025-26 Fulbright winners

February 3, 2026

With 41 Fulbright grants offered to students and recent alumni, the University is among the top three Fulbright-producing institutions for the 10th consecutive year.

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Brown University invests $3 million to boost Rhode Island’s workforce in education, construction

January 29, 2026

As part of a pledge to contribute $50 million over 10 years to local workforce development initiatives, Brown has awarded two $1.5 million anchor grants and launched an open call for letters of interest for future funding.

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Brown outlines plan to engage community members during external safety, security reviews

January 29, 2026

Team of experts including from global consulting firm Teneo will lead engagement with campus stakeholders and Brown’s neighbors in Providence during After-Action Review, Campus Safety and Security Assessment.

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Student survey affirms inclusive environment at Brown, identifies opportunities for growth

January 27, 2026

Brown University will pursue five actions to build on initiatives to sustain an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and to address areas where the University can do more to ensure a fully inclusive community.

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Five Brown University students awarded prestigious fellowships

January 22, 2026

Three undergraduates, one medical student and one doctoral student were named among this year’s classes of Marshall, Schwarzman and Health Policy Research scholars.

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Ahead of the spring semester, Brown welcomes its newest students

January 20, 2026

From undergraduates transferring from other institutions to students starting master’s degree programs, more than 200 students embarked on their Brown journeys in late January.

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Letter from President Paxson: ‘As we start a new semester’

January 20, 2026

On the eve of the spring term’s official start, Brown University’s president reflected on the impacts of a tragic act of violence in December and steps toward recovery, healing and a return to the rhythms of the semester.

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Brown names Penner Field House in recognition of generous gift

January 16, 2026

The investment from the Penner Family Foundation is providing crucial support for Brown to create 76,000 square feet of indoor space for high-performance athletic training and year-round recreational opportunities.

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Faculty at Brown earn prominent awards, distinctions in Fall 2025

January 15, 2026

Over the fall semester, prestigious national and international organizations recognized Brown faculty for their research, service, scholarship and leadership.

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Joseph Silverman to become president of the American Mathematical Society

January 14, 2026

The Brown mathematics professor will lead the global mathematics professional organization, becoming the second Brown faculty member to lead the group in recent years.

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Brown University president details Brown Ever True healing and recovery effort

January 5, 2026

The joint project of repair will bring together resources, programming and services focused on mental health, psychological wellness and ensuring a sense of physical security for the Brown community.

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Campus safety actions at Brown: Letter from interim public safety leader Hugh Clements

December 30, 2025

The longtime law enforcement leader and Brown’s interim vice president for public safety said the Brown community will work together to build a stronger, sophisticated and more resilient model of campus safety.

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David Lindstrom named Brown’s new dean of the Graduate School

December 29, 2025

The accomplished scholar and academic leader with experience directing international research collaborations will work to strengthen Brown’s doctoral programs and create new opportunities for over 1,700 doctoral students.

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Brown University outlines enhanced safety measures, after-action review and security assessment

December 22, 2025

Following the senseless Dec. 13 shooting on campus, the University will conduct an external After-Action Review of the incident and a comprehensive Campus Safety and Security Assessment of the Brown campus.

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Following identification of shooting suspect, Brown begins ‘path of repair, recovery and healing’

December 19, 2025

As the community navigates the impacts of the tragic violence at Brown, a significant development in the investigation on Thursday, Dec. 18, eased anxiety on campus and in the surrounding region.

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Video: Interfaith community service offers reflection, remembrance and care

December 19, 2025

Four days after a tragic act of violence, a virtual interfaith community service offered a space for members of the Brown community to engage in quiet reflection and prayer.

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Photos: In the days following tragedy, community members unite in grief

December 19, 2025

After an unspeakable act of violence, the Brown community grieved the loss of two remarkable young lives and stood vigil for nine others injured and countless more who were impacted.

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University community mourns the loss of two beloved Brown students

December 19, 2025

Brown President Christina H. Paxson grieved the loss of undergraduates Ella Cook and MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, whose amazing promise was extinguished by an act of unimaginable violence.

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Brown admits 890 early decision students to the undergraduate Class of 2030

December 17, 2025

Two days later than planned, as the campus works to heal, Brown admitted 890 talented and intellectually curious students who will contribute to campus a wide range of ideas, perspectives and experiences.

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Brown University economist Peter Howitt accepts Nobel Prize in Stockholm

December 10, 2025

Howitt, a professor emeritus of economics, accepted a diploma and medal from the king of Sweden and delivered a lecture on his prize-winning research during Nobel Week 2025.

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Brown names the Lizzie and Jonathan Tisch Center for Career Exploration, recognizing generous gift

December 9, 2025

Support from the Tischs, who are the parents of a Brown graduate, will expand career advising, resources, programs and partnerships to position Brown University students to achieve successful lives and careers.

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Q&A with Peter Howitt: The Nobel Prize and ‘creative destruction’ in the age of AI

December 4, 2025

Ahead of the Nobel Prize ceremony in Sweden, the Brown University economist discussed his research, its lessons for today, and his appreciation for Brown’s stimulating academic environment.

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Ahead of celebration, Midyear Completion speakers reflect on resilience and renewal

December 4, 2025

Brown’s annual Midyear Completion Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 6, will honor the achievements and unique paths of “.5ers,” undergraduates who complete their degree requirements this month.

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Brown provided $41 million in voluntary payments, community contributions to Providence in FY25

December 3, 2025

The University made $11.1 million in direct voluntary payments to the city, and its community contributions for K-12 education, nonprofit organizations and other local priorities were valued at $30.2 million.

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Researchers launch Brown University-based national institute on AI in mental health

November 21, 2025

ARIA, a Brown-based research consortium supported by a $20 million grant from the National Science Foundation, welcomed scientists from across the U.S. to kick off its five-year program with a launch event in Providence.

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Stalwart Mars camera snaps image of interstellar comet 3I/Atlas

November 19, 2025

A Brown University researcher helps to lead the science team for NASA’s HiRISE camera, which caught images of the comet as it streaked past Mars.

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Staff Spotlight: Melissa Shein takes chemistry to the community

November 17, 2025

As communications coordinator for Brown’s Department of Chemistry, Shein works to build community with students and colleagues while engaging the broader public on STEM education and the fight against cancer.

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Two Brown University seniors, Class of 2025 graduate named 2026 Rhodes Scholars

November 15, 2025

Brown University seniors Keidy Palma Ramirez and Coco Huang and Class of 2025 alumnus Nicholas Sanzi will pursue graduate degrees at Oxford through one of the most prestigious awards for international study.

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Veterans Day ceremony honors contributions of veterans to the nation and to the Brown community

November 11, 2025

U.S. Sen. and U.S. Army veteran Jack Reed and Rear Admiral Darryl L. Walker of the U.S. Naval War College joined Brown leaders, student veterans and ROTC students in celebrating the service of the nation’s military members.

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130 Years of Jewish Life at Brown: Celebration, connection and tradition

November 7, 2025

Packed with lively social events, panels, seminars, a timeline exhibition and more, a landmark alumni-led event celebrates the profound history of Jewish life at the University.

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Brown hosts American Physical Society meeting highlighting research from across New England

November 7, 2025

Both longtime and aspiring physicists will showcase their work at Brown during the New England regional meeting of the American Physical Society.

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New admission welcome center at Brown opens its doors to prospective students and families

November 5, 2025

Brimming with design details that bring the Brown experience to life, the Galen V. Henderson Admission Welcome Center captures the warm and welcoming energy of the alumnus for whom it is named.

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At Brown, Condoleezza Rice discusses foreign policy, research universities and an accomplished career

November 5, 2025

In a conversation with Brown President Christina H. Paxson, Rice shared insights on her professional life, the current state of foreign affairs, and the role of universities in American democracy.

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Q&A: Brown physicist on the Higgs boson and whether it might change the fate of the universe

October 31, 2025

Scientists from around the world are at Brown to discuss what is known, and what needs to be learned, about the long-sought particle discovered a decade ago.

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At Brown, Hillary Clinton reflects on her career, encourages the pursuit of truth and diplomacy

October 30, 2025

With both humor and candor, the former first lady, U.S. senator, secretary of state and U.S. presidential candidate discussed foreign policy, global affairs, disinformation and the importance of upholding democracy.

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Brown celebrates its newest Nobel laureate, Peter Howitt, in a return visit to Providence

October 23, 2025

The professor emeritus of economics and 2025 Nobel winner spent the day on Brown’s campus, where he enjoyed visits with former colleagues and a celebration at the Faculty Club.

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