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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Three Brown University undergraduates and two recent alumni were named among this year’s classes of Goldwater, Truman, Gates Cambridge and Ellison scholars.
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Brown scholars elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
With their election to the prestigious honor society, eight members of the Brown University faculty join the nation’s leading scholars in science, public affairs, business, arts and the humanities.
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A distinguished economist and public affairs scholar, Friedman will lead a new school dedicated to advancing research and teaching on the world’s most pressing economic, political, social and policy challenges.
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After more than a year of planning, “130 Years of Jewish Life at Brown” will convene generations of Brown community members for a weekend of panels, activities and celebrations in early November.
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This year’s Noah Krieger ’93 Memorial Lecture featured Justice Stephen Breyer, who discussed his time on the nation’s highest court and his pragmatic approach to the law.
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Legal action aims to block funding cuts that would jeopardize Brown’s leading-edge research in semiconductor materials, scientific computing and research that is advancing U.S. security and technology.
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During an event commemorating the 10th anniversary of Brown’s School of Professional Studies, Class of 1991 graduate Dara Khosrowshahi discussed leadership and innovation with President Christina H. Paxson.
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Brown University honors 50 years of women’s varsity athletics
Across a weekend of events celebrating the anniversary, hundreds of athletes and alumni got a first look at a student-led documentary chronicling women’s trailblazing role in Brown’s athletics programs.
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Poitevien, a Warren Alpert Medical School leader who holds both a bachelor’s and medical degree from Brown as a graduate of the Program in Liberal Medical Education, will lead the Division of Campus Life.
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The University offered admission to 1,511 prospective members of next year’s incoming class on Thursday, March 27, who join 907 early decision applicants offered admission in December.
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Over three and a half decades of service as Brown University chaplain, Cooper Nelson was an unwavering presence and compassionate leader, and she will leave an enduring legacy when she retires in June.
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As part of Brown’s annual celebration of employees and their exceptional contributions, the University honored staff members with awards, festivities and recognitions for decades of service.
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Photos: Brown Brain Fair makes brain science fun for all
Through hands-on experiments, brain-bending games and expert insights, the free, all-ages annual event engages local residents and families in the wonders of neuroscience.
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Expected to open in January 2026, the 76,000-square-foot facility will expand capacity to meet a growing demand for varsity athletics practice space, club and intramural sports, and recreational programming.
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For the fifth time, Brown has earned the distinction of being the country’s top producer of Fulbright winners, with 40 grants offered to students and recent alumni for the 2024-25 academic year.
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A public theologian and co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign, Barber delivered the University’s 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Lecture with wide-ranging reflections on U.S. history, poverty and policy.
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At the 2025 College Squash Association Club Team Championships, the men claimed their third straight win, while the women’s team celebrated its second victory in three years.
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Supported by Brown’s Global Experiential Learning and Teaching program, 12 undergraduates traveled to Cabo Verde as part of a research course exploring the effects of diaspora on public health.
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Three assistant professors at Brown, in applied mathematics, economics and mathematics, were among 126 scholars to receive the prestigious fellowships from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation this year.
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The University’s highest governing board named the Thomas J. Watson Jr. School of International and Public Affairs, approved a 4.85% increase in undergraduate tuition and fees, and a 3.5% salary pool for employees.
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Two declarations from the University’s vice president for research outline impacts to research that benefits Rhode Island and the nation, should reductions in indirect costs rates or a federal pause on financial assistance take effect.
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Dawes, who has written dozens of books of poetry, fiction, essays and criticism, looks to celebrate Jamaican writing, oral tradition, folk songs, reggae music and more in his new role as the Caribbean nation’s poet laureate.
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Guterl, a senior faculty scholar, will lead ongoing efforts to cultivate diverse experiences and perspectives as essential to Brown’s core academic mission of advancing knowledge and discovery.
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After serving in the role on an interim basis since September, the internationally recognized geologist and geophysicist has been appointed Brown’s vice president for research.
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A new campus-wide project will create more opportunities for students, faculty and staff to advance dialogue skills and participate in meaningful conversations across a wide range of perspectives.
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Through the Marshall Scholarship, Schwarzman Scholarship and Pickering Fellowship, three members of the Class of 2025 will depart Rhode Island for the global stage to pursue international graduate studies and careers.
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During an immersive, weekend-long visit to Brown, acclaimed musician Jon Batiste performed a concert, inspired students with a master class and hosted a screening of a documentary about his life.
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The Tony and Grammy award-winning actor, writer, producer and Brown graduate joined Professor of Africana Studies Tricia Rose for a “Brown 2026” event exploring art, democracy and, of course, “Hamilton.”
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As spring semester kicks off, Brown welcomes its newest arrivals
From undergraduates transferring from other institutions to students starting master’s degree programs, nearly 200 students embarked on their Brown journeys in late January.
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A new professional development initiative led by Brown’s MAT program brought together two dozen local teachers to enhance their mentoring skills, collaborate with colleagues and strengthen their teaching.
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Brown’s signature student-centered ethos shined this holiday season as students who didn’t travel home for the holidays were paired with members of the Brown community to enjoy family time and cozy meals.
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A longtime academic leader at Brown who expanded master’s and non-degree programs as dean and broadened access for diverse learners around the world, Prasad will join the firm as chief strategy officer.
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In recent months, prestigious national and international organizations recognized Brown faculty for their research, scholarship, humanitarian efforts and leadership.
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24 for ’24: The year in stories
A retrospective on a year of impact, innovation and achievement at Brown, these 24 stories for 2024 highlight some of the University’s most memorable moments from the past 12 months.
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The team clinched its second national championship in Division I National Collegiate Rugby in a nail-biting 23-20 victory over Queens University of Charlotte.
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Selected from a pool of 5,048 applicants, the accomplished and talented admitted students reflect the University’s ongoing commitment to making a Brown education more accessible.
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Brown’s annual Midyear Completion Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 7, will celebrate the achievements and paths of “.5ers,” who complete their degree requirements this month.
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Partnering with the Rhode Island Life Science Hub and Ancora L&G, Brown will provide leased space valued at $13 million over 10 years to support Ocean State Labs, a state-of-the-art biotechnology and medical incubator.
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From the Brown University Bookstore to local baseball fields, the Dominican Republic native has built a life in Providence rooted in hard work, community connections and a commitment to helping others succeed.
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Speaking to business leaders from across the state, Brown’s president outlined how strategic University investments have helped transform a former manufacturing center into a hub for research, innovation and economic growth.
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Brown will observe the 250th anniversary of the United States with Brown 2026, a multi-year initiative that offers public programs, research and coursework that explores the history of U.S. democracy and its future.
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A concentrator in international and public affairs and Latin American and Caribbean studies, Palomo will pursue a graduate degree at Oxford through one of the most prestigious awards for international study.
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From scholarships for local students to partnerships with K-12 schools to support for local nonprofits, Brown supplemented its voluntary payments and broader economic impact with financial and in-kind support.
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The transfer of 255 acres of Brown’s Mount Hope property will ensure its preservation as well as sustainable access by Native tribes with ties to its historic sites, and the remaining 120 acres will be sold to the Town of Bristol.
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U.S. Sen. and Army veteran Jack Reed and Class of 2005 alumnus Will Burroughs joined University leaders, student veterans and Brown ROTC students in celebrating the service of the nation’s military members.
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“Sott’Acqua: A Tale of Two Cities Underwater,” explores the histories of Providence and Florence, Italy, as they rebuilt after floods, through workshops, screenings, tastings, exhibits and expert-led discussions on climate change.
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The resonant, thundering sounds of the versatile 1903 Hutchings-Votey pipe organ, a campus treasure undergoing a renovation, are a fixture at events from Halloween to the holiday season to Commencement Weekend.
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An assistant professor of political science at Brown, Zárate offered insights on the importance of participating in Election Day and researching local candidates who “govern your day-to-day interactions.”
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Brown’s Haffenreffer Museum and Department of Anthropology partner with the city’s largest cemetery to welcome local families to honor their loved ones in a vibrant Dia de los Muertos celebration.
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