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Brown confers honorary doctorates on six accomplished leaders

May 24, 2026

During its 258th Commencement ceremony, Brown University bestowed honorary degrees on leaders in fields ranging from artificial intelligence and national security to civil rights, economics and business.

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President Paxson: In moments of both tragedy and togetherness, Class of 2026 offers reasons for optimism

May 24, 2026

In her annual Commencement address, Brown President Christina H. Paxson urged graduating seniors to let the friction of the last four years turn them into courageous people.

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Senior orators urge Brown’s Class of 2026 to build and sustain connections, community

May 24, 2026

In a Commencement celebration on the College Green, graduates Zein Faheem and Caelle Joseph offered reflections and advice in addresses to their peers, family members and friends.

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Bestselling author and Brown alumna Xochitl Gonzalez: ‘Never forget to keep asking why’

May 23, 2026

With advice on the power of curiosity from the award-winning writer, the Class of 2026 celebrated the Baccalaureate with a lively service marked by wisdom and hope.

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Brown to confer 3,288 degrees at 258th Commencement

May 22, 2026

On Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24, the University will confer a total of 3,288 degrees in all categories — undergraduate, graduate, medical and honorary.

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A celebratory weekend: Sights, sounds and stories from Commencement and Reunion 2026

May 21, 2026

Brown’s milestone weekend offers graduation ceremonies, alumni reunions and a vast array of other opportunities for graduates, alumni, family members and friends to honor accomplishments and reunite.

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Brown faculty to confer highest honor on renowned anthropologist and ethnographic filmmaker

May 14, 2026

Lina Fruzzetti, a social anthropologist and professor emerita of social science at Brown University, will receive the Rosenberger Medal of Honor during Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2026.

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Brown University’s 258th Commencement set for Sunday, May 24

May 13, 2026

Sunday's procession and University Ceremony on the College Green will cap Brown's three-day celebration of Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2026.

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Brown to confer honorary degrees on six accomplished leaders during Commencement 2026

May 8, 2026

On Sunday, May 24, the University will bestow honorary degrees on a diverse group of leaders in fields ranging from artificial intelligence and national security to civil rights, economics and business.

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Award-winning author and Brown alumna Xochitl Gonzalez to deliver Baccalaureate address

May 8, 2026

Gonzalez, a member of Brown’s Class of 1999, will return to the University during Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2026 to share insights from her decorated literary career and her advice for the Class of 2026.

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Brown medical school graduate to offer ‘small dose of idealism’ during cynical moment in time

April 30, 2026

At the Warren Alpert Medical School ceremony during Commencement and Reunion Weekend, Meylakh Barshay hopes to inspire classmates to find strength in community and to fix what they can, no matter how small.

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Graduate student speakers at Commencement will reflect on resilience, reimagination

April 23, 2026

As Brown celebrates its 258th Commencement, Kenia Collins and Melanie Ortiz Alvarez de la Campa will address their peers in separate master’s and Ph.D. ceremonies on College Hill.

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In upcoming Commencement speeches, senior orators to reflect on the meaning of community

April 13, 2026

In keeping with a Brown tradition that dates back more than two and a half centuries, seniors Zein Faheem and Caelle Joseph will address their fellow graduates on Sunday, May 24.

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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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Senior orators urge Brown’s Class of 2025 to persevere, build community

May 25, 2025

In a Commencement celebration on the College Green, graduates Nkéke Harris and Aliza Kopans addressed their peers, family members and friends, offering advice as they forge into the future.

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Brown’s newest graduates encouraged to lead with love, hope and compassion

May 25, 2025

Degrees for Brown’s undergraduate Class of 2025 were officially conferred during the College Ceremony, where Brown’s president shared with graduates why everyone on campus loves and will miss them.

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Brown confers honorary doctorates on seven distinguished leaders

May 25, 2025

During its 257th Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 25, Brown University bestowed honorary degrees on a trailblazing group of advocates, artists, writers and scholars.

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Olympian Allyson Felix: Let purpose, not praise, guide your race

May 24, 2025

In a Baccalaureate service marked by faith and gratitude, Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix urged the undergraduate Class of 2025 to find meaning in every step of their journeys.

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Brown to confer 3,310 degrees at 257th Commencement

May 23, 2025

On Saturday and Sunday, May 24 and 25, the University will confer a total of 3,310 degrees in all categories — undergraduate, graduate, medical and honorary.

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A spirited celebration: Sights, sounds and stories from Commencement and Reunion 2025

May 22, 2025

Brown’s big weekend offered graduation ceremonies, alumni reunions and a multitude of other opportunities for graduates, alumni, family and friends to honor accomplishments and reunite.

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Brown medical school graduate to emphasize love as key to success, fulfillment in medicine

May 15, 2025

At the Commencement ceremony for the Warren Alpert Medical School’s Class of 2025, Alisa Pugacheva will reflect on the importance of appreciating patients, colleagues and the practice of medicine.

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Brown University’s 257th Commencement set for Sunday, May 25

May 14, 2025

Sunday's procession and University Ceremony on the College Green will cap Brown's three-day celebration of Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2025.

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Brown faculty to confer highest honor on preeminent scholars in physics, public health

May 12, 2025

J. Michael Kosterlitz, a professor of physics, and Terrie Fox Wetle, a professor emerita of health services, policy and practice, will receive the Rosenberger Medal of Honor during Commencement and Reunion Weekend.

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Graduate student speakers at Commencement will encourage peers to engage with curiosity, compassion

May 8, 2025

As Brown celebrates its 257th Commencement, Akashleena Mallick and Melaine Ferdinand-King will address their peers in separate master’s and Ph.D. ceremonies on College Hill.

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Brown to confer honorary degrees on seven distinguished leaders at Commencement 2025

May 7, 2025

The University will bestow honorary degrees on a diverse group of community leaders, artists, writers, performers and scholars during its Commencement exercises on Sunday, May 25.

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In upcoming Commencement speeches, senior orators to reflect on resilience, responsibility

April 28, 2025

In keeping with a Brown tradition that dates back more than two and a half centuries, seniors Nkéke Harris and Aliza Kopans will address their fellow graduates on Sunday, May 25.

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Brown confers honorary doctorates on eight distinguished leaders

May 26, 2024

During its 256th Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 26, Brown University bestowed honorary degrees on a diverse group of business leaders, artists, writers and scholars.

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Build communities to challenge, inspire and uplift each other, speakers urge at Commencement

May 26, 2024

In Commencement celebrations on Sunday, addresses from Brown’s senior orators and University president noted the graduates’ strong bonds formed during challenging moments and how those have prepared them for the future.

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NASA astronaut Jessica Meir: ‘It’s always worth making the leap that scares you’

May 25, 2024

With advice from the astronaut and Brown alumna, the Class of 2024 celebrated the Baccalaureate with a lively service marked by wisdom, hope and gratitude.

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Brown to confer 3,244 degrees at 256th Commencement

May 24, 2024

On Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and 26, the University will confer a total of 3,244 degrees in all categories — undergraduate, graduate, medical and honorary.

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A spirited celebration: Sights, sounds and stories from Commencement and Reunion 2024

May 23, 2024

Brown’s big weekend offers graduation ceremonies, alumni reunions and a multitude of other opportunities for graduates, alumni, family and friends to honor accomplishments and reunite.

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Brown medical school graduate to offer pandemic-informed perspective of the study and practice of medicine

May 16, 2024

At the Commencement ceremony for the Warren Alpert Medical School’s Class of 2024, Sudheesha Perera will reflect on how training during COVID will help future doctors adapt to a new era of health care.

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Brown faculty to confer highest honor on renowned obesity and diabetes scholar

May 16, 2024

Rena R. Wing, a longtime medical school professor who focuses on prevention and treatment for obesity and related health complications, will receive the Rosenberger Medal of Honor during Commencement and Reunion Weekend.

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Brown University’s 256th Commencement set for Sunday, May 26

May 15, 2024

Sunday's procession and University Ceremony on the College Green will cap Brown's three-day celebration of Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2024.

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NASA astronaut and Brown alumna Jessica Meir to deliver Baccalaureate address

May 9, 2024

Meir, a graduate of Brown’s Class of 1999, will return to the University during Commencement and Reunion Weekend to share insights from her record-setting experiences and advice for the Class of 2024.

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‘This is no small feat’: Celebrating Brown’s first graduating cohort of Indigenous studies scholars

May 7, 2024

The first five graduating seniors in the critical Native American and Indigenous studies concentration shared reflections on their research and expanding a community of scholars.

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Graduate student speakers will offer insights at Commencement on navigating setbacks to reach goals

May 7, 2024

As Brown celebrates its 256th Commencement, Nadia Tsado and Deanna Stueber will address their peers in separate master’s and Ph.D. ceremonies on College Hill.

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Brown to confer honorary degrees on nine distinguished leaders at Commencement 2024

May 2, 2024

The University will bestow honorary degrees on a diverse group of business leaders, artists, writers and scholars during its Commencement exercises on Sunday, May 26.

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Senior orators to extol community, collaboration and care at Brown’s 256th Commencement

April 30, 2024

In keeping with a Brown tradition that dates back more than two and a half centuries, seniors Marielle Buxbaum and Caziah Mayers will address their fellow graduates on Sunday, May 26.

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Ahead of ceremony, Midyear Completion speakers urge others to extend empathy, commit to community

November 29, 2023

Brown’s annual Midyear Completion Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 2, will celebrate the achievements and unique paths of “.5ers,” who complete their degree requirements this month.

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Gina Raimondo calls on Brown’s Class of 2023 to ‘make our democracy stronger’

May 28, 2023

During impromptu Commencement remarks, the U.S. secretary of commerce and former Rhode Island governor praised graduates’ talents, encouraging them to contribute locally and nationally.

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Brown president implores new graduates: ‘Never forget that your humanity is your greatest asset’

May 28, 2023

In her annual Commencement address, Brown University President Christina H. Paxson asked the Class of 2023 to bring a “discerning humanistic lens” to everything they do, particularly in a technology-dominated world.

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Student orators urge Brown’s Class of 2023 to explore, experiment and take risks

May 28, 2023

In a sunshine-filled Commencement celebration on the College Green, graduates Kailiang Fu and Margherita Micaletti-Hinojal addressed their peers, family members and friends, offering advice as they forge into the future.

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Brown confers six honorary doctorates

May 28, 2023

During its 255th Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 28, Brown University bestowed honorary degrees on a diverse group of business leaders, public servants and scholars.

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At Brown’s Baccalaureate, an opportunity to rejoice and reflect

May 27, 2023

Seniors who will graduate with the Class of 2023 celebrated the Baccalaureate with joyful performances, faith traditions from across the globe, and remarks that encouraged graduates to put action behind ideas.

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Brown to confer 2,921 degrees at 255th Commencement

May 26, 2023

On Sunday, May 28, the University will confer a total of 2,921 degrees in all categories — undergraduate, graduate, medical and honorary.

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A celebratory weekend: Sights, sounds and stories from Commencement and Reunion 2023

May 25, 2023

Packed with graduation ceremonies, alumni reunions and other celebrations, the weekend offers countless chances for graduates, alumni, parents, friends and guests to honor accomplishments and reunite.

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An economic boom for many local businesses during Brown’s Commencement and Reunion Weekend

May 24, 2023

From University spending on goods and services to help make events happen, to travel spending by the tens of thousands who visit Providence to stay, dine and shop, the weekend energizes many Rhode Island businesses.

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Brown University’s 255th Commencement set for Sunday, May 28

May 17, 2023

Sunday's procession and University Ceremony on the College Green will cap Brown's three-day celebration of Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2023.

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Class of 2000 graduate Carlos Lejnieks to deliver Baccalaureate address during Commencement 2023

May 11, 2023

The youth development leader and president of the Brown Alumni Association will return to his alma mater to deliver the Baccalaureate address on Saturday, May 27.

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