185 seniors and 62 juniors were elected to the University’s chapter of Phi Beta Kappa this spring, according to Stephen Merriam Foley, associate professor of English and comparative literature and the secretary of the University’s chapter.

Phi Beta Kappa elects 185 seniors, 62 juniors

By Julianna Chang | May 11 | University News

A committee of University faculty will now evaluate the severe sanctioning of any faculty member, including ...

‘Jury of peers’ will review cases of faculty members facing severe sanctions

By Cate Latimer | May 10 | University News

A committee of University faculty will now evaluate the severe sanctioning of any faculty member, including ...

At approximately 1:40 p.m. on Thursday, all participants in a Rhode Island School of Design sit-in for ...

RISD demonstrators voluntarily leave Prov-Wash, end sit-in for dissociation

By Tom Li , Ciara Meyer , Dana Richie and Megan Chan | May 9 | Metro

At approximately 1:40 p.m. on Thursday, all participants in a Rhode Island School of Design sit-in for ...

Some RISD academic departments voice support for student demonstrators

By Tom Li , Avani Ghosh and Ciara Meyer | May 9 | Metro

On Wednesday, faculty affiliated with two departments at the Rhode Island School of Design released statements in support of the ongoing student demonstrations at 20 Washington Place, better known as Prov-Wash.

RISD will not sever ties with Textron following occupation, President Crystal Williams announces

By Tom Li , Avani Ghosh , Ciara Meyer and Megan Chan | May 7 | Metro

RISD President Crystal Williams released information regarding the college’s investment portfolio and responded to student protestors’ demands in a Tuesday evening email sent to students and faculty.campus-wide email.

Opinions

Aizenberg ’26: Why Trump and Biden could both lose

By Benjamin Aizenberg | April 26

Our columnist argues that the upcoming presidential election in November is the best opportunity for a third-party candidate to win since 1992.

Bibee: The humanitarian situation in Ukraine requires our continued support

By Justin Bibee | April 26

The ongoing war in Ukraine, as all violent conflicts, has resulted in profound suffering. The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights confirmed a staggering toll of 29,731 civilian casualties in Ukraine between Feb. 24, 2022, and Jan. 21, 2024. Among these, 10,287 civilians lost ...

Hudes ’27: Untying a political knot: My reflection as a liberal Jew on a discussion with Peter Beinart

By Paul Hudes | April 25

As protests erupt and discourse on Israel-Palestine once again takes center stage, it seems as though there are many more questions than correct answers. Last week, I attended a discussion hosted by the Office of the Chaplains and Religious Life with American journalist Peter Beinart — who's written ...

Newgarden ’25: An opportunity to break the gridlock on divestment

By Daniel Newgarden | April 25

After a monthslong campaign featuring a hunger strike, two sit-ins and numerous op-eds, the issue of divestment from companies supporting the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territory will finally be formally considered by a committee of faculty, staff, students, alumni and administrators for the ...

Valdes ’27: Behind Brown — Rose Silveira

By Camila Valdes | April 24

Behind Brown is a series of vignettes about staff members of the University.

University News

Brown University encampment ends, Corp to vote on divestment from Israel in Oct

By Owen Dahlkamp , Anisha Kumar , Ryan Doherty , Tom Li and Avani Ghosh | April 30

The Corporation, Brown’s highest governing body, will vote on divestment from companies affiliated with Israel at its October meeting following an agreement between encampment organizers and University administrators this afternoon. Organizers announced the agreement at a rally.

Live updates: Corporation to vote on divestment, encampment to end

By Owen Dahlkamp , Anisha Kumar , Ryan Doherty , Tom Li , Avani Ghosh and Dana Richie | April 30

Live coverage of this topic has ended. To learn more, read our coverage of the agreement between the University and student protesters here.

Brown University agrees to hear divestment proposal if encampment is cleared

By Owen Dahlkamp and Ryan Doherty | April 29

Brown University has agreed to hear a divestment proposal in May, according to a letter sent by President Christina Paxson P’19 P’MD’20 to encampment demonstrators at around 11:00 a.m. This requires the current encampment to be disbanded and no further unauthorized protest.

Students affiliated with encampment receive disciplinary letter from University

By Owen Dahlkamp | April 27

On Saturday morning, some students affiliated with the encampment received a disciplinary email from the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards alleging that the students have violated five specific statutes in the Student Code of Conduct.

Three Brown University academics elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

By Ryan Doherty | April 29

On Wednesday, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences announced 250 new members for 2024, including three Brown University academics: Provost Francis Doyle, Professor of Sociology Prudence Carter, and Professor of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences Greg Hirth.

Arts & Culture

Multilingual publication The Polyglot seeks to showcase linguistic, cultural diversity

By Manav Musunuru | April 24

The Polyglot, Brown’s multilingual student publication, is working to showcase cultural and linguistic diversity on campus and create space on campus for underrepresented languages.

Mira Goodman ’24 reflects on previous relationships in thesis exhibition

By Cavan Agatone | April 22

The first piece that Mira Goodman ’24 made for her honors thesis exhibition didn’t end up making the final cut.

Metro

“Unidentified package” in Providence Superior Court was not an explosive device, PPD says

By Tom Li , Avani Ghosh and Megan Chan | May 7

At around 10 a.m. Tuesday, civilians in the Providence Superior Court and nearby buildings were told to evacuate by the Providence Police Department.

RISD student demonstrators given 8 a.m. deadline to clear building occupation

By Tom Li , Avani Ghosh , Ciara Meyer and Megan Chan | May 7

The 24 Rhode Island School of Design students staging an occupation of the second hall of 20 Washington Place, better known as Prov-Wash, have been given until 8 a.m. Tuesday to clear out their demonstration, student protestors announced early Tuesday morning. Administrators have not announced consequences ...

RISD students occupy and barricade building, calling for disaffiliation from Israel

By Tom Li , Avani Ghosh , Ciara Meyer and Megan Chan | May 6

A group of 21 students at the Rhode Island School of Design announced an indefinite “building occupation” on the first floor of 20 Washington Place Building, the administrative building better known as Prov-Wash.

City Council members urge Solicitor to drop charges against 41 arrested students

By Ryan Doherty , Tom Li and Avani Ghosh | April 29

A letter by three City Council members — published Monday on Instagram and dated April 18 — urged the Solicitor's office to drop the charges against the 41 students arrested during a Dec. 11 sit-in at University Hall.

Sports

Women’s rugby claims second-straight national championship

By Lydell Dyer | May 1

One year ago, the women’s rugby team conquered the national stage and won the Collegiate Rugby Championships. Since then, the team has waxed and waned, finishing the season with a 20-8 record. After upsetting Harvard for the first time in nine years at the Ivy 7s tournament last week, the Bears stood ...

Men’s lacrosse notches second consecutive Ivy win after besting Dartmouth 14-11

By Galen Gibb | April 24

Following an impressive win over No. 15 Princeton two weeks ago, the Brown men’s lacrosse team (3-10, 2-3 Ivy) celebrated Senior Day at home on Saturday, defeating Dartmouth (3-9, 0-5 Ivy) 14-11. The win marks Bruno’s second victory in Ivy conference play and the first time the team has won consecutive ...

Women’s rugby “rides high” after third place finish in Ivy 7s tournament

By Lydell Dyer | April 24

As the rest of campus congregated on the Main Green on a sunny Saturday afternoon, the women’s rugby team (16-8, 3-3 Ivy) traveled to Cambridge, Massachusetts to compete in the annual Ivy 7s tournament. Surpassing last year’s 1-2 showing, the team went 3-1, taking home bronze after beating Princeton ...

Meet BMo and Shiver, Brown’s Frisbee Powerhouses

By Cooper Herman | April 23

It’s not unusual for Brown's varsity sports teams to draw attention from the wider student body from time to time. But one of Brown’s most successful programs is not a varsity team, and it’s one whose tremendous accomplishments tend to go unsung: club ultimate frisbee.

Mia Mascone ’24 breaks single-season points record as Bears fall to Penn

By Gus Bailey | April 23

Senior Mia Mascone ’24 shattered Brown’s long-standing record for points in a single season Saturday with 88 points and tied her per-game career-high with 11 points. Despite such achievements, No. 23 Bears’ (9-5, 2-4 Ivy) 19-13 fell to No. 3 Penn (11-3, 4-2).

Science & Research

At Brown’s Space Horizons conference, participants explore sustainability beyond Earth

By Rhea Rasquinha | April 24

Next month, researchers and industry experts will gather in the Hazeltine Commons for Brown’s annual Space Horizons conference, which spotlights discussions ...

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Tuesday event launches Center for Health System Sustainability at School of Public Health

By Francesca Grossberg | April 23

The Center for Health System Sustainability at Brown’s School of Public Health celebrated its onset through an April 23 launch event at which speakers ...

Podcasts

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