A photo shows the sign of the Student Health and Wellness Center.

Some students have reported frustrations with a lack of long-term care options.

Students express concerns with accessing University psychological support following shooting

By Zarina Hamilton | March 16 | University News

Some students have reported frustrations with a lack of long-term care options.

Photo of a dimly lit stage, illuminate by rose-tinted square lights in the background.

Historic wins and impassioned speeches accompanied major victories for “Sinners” and “One Battle ...

Despite Conan O’Brien’s distasteful hosting, 98th Academy Awards remain potent political platform

By Talia LeVine and Amelia Barter | March 16 | Review

Historic wins and impassioned speeches accompanied major victories for “Sinners” and “One Battle ...

Zakaria noted that India will benefit from its role in the world’s technology sector, among other ...

CNN journalist Fareed Zakaria discusses India’s emergence as a global power at Watson event

By Marat Basaria | March 16 | University News

Zakaria noted that India will benefit from its role in the world’s technology sector, among other ...

Ensemble’s ‘Fun Home’ is exactly what college theater should be

By Talia LeVine | March 15 | Review

A photo of Nina Sethanandha ’29, playing Small Alison, in the center with her arms outstretched. Jocelyne Lioe ’29, playing present-day Allison is to her left, and Dylan George ’29, playing Medium Alison, is to her right.

In 2015, the show was the first Broadway musical to feature a lesbian as the protagonist.

New legislation aims to support victims of sexual abuse following report detailing abuse in Diocese of Providence

By Annika Melwani | March 15 | Metro

A photo of a red brick building with white stone details and dark brown wooden doors featuring a statue of a woman on top of the door. A large circular window is right above the door with crosses on the apex of the building.

Four pieces of legislation were heard by the State House Judiciary Committee on March 12.

Opinions

Dissent: Let faculty run their own meetings

By Evan Tao | March 15

I once had a class where we read and discussed a book written by the professor. On the day of the discussion, he chose to leave the room because he knew that even though we all had good intentions, we wouldn’t feel comfortable criticizing his work to his face, largely because he was in a position ...

Editorial: Faculty representatives are to blame for faculty meeting grievances — not Paxson

By Editorial Page Board | March 15

Nearly two weeks ago, faculty members narrowly passed a motion to replace President Christina Paxson P’19 P’MD’20 as the presiding officer of the University’s monthly faculty meeting. The role will now be assumed by the chair of the Faculty Executive Committee, Brown’s central steering body ...

The Philosophy Concentrator with Avery Kaak ’29: Is it unethical to ghost your marriage pact match?

By Avery Kaak | March 15

“I know the Marriage Pact is supposed to be about finding a connection with someone new based on shared values. However, after getting my match, I’m really not sure what to do. Is it unethical for me not to reach out to them because I don’t find them attractive? I was initially enthusiastic about ...

Kaak ’29: The SciLi’s one redeeming quality was its hours — now it’s just ugly

By Avery Kaak | March 13

Late nights at the Sciences Library used to be a central part of my routine. It is simply my nature to stay up late, very late. Last month, however, the University quietly announced that the SciLi would no longer operate with 24-hour access on weekdays. Where once I was able to view the sunrise from ...

Letter: Response to ‘Finding twindependence: How twins navigate identity, connection at Brown’

By Michael Margulis | March 12

To The Editor:

University News

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Inaugural ‘Scholarship in the Spotlight’ event highlights applied mathematics, sociology, French and Francophone Studies

By Samah Hamid | March 16

Faculty members from the three departments presented their programs’ histories and research.

A photo of a human brain covered in a piece of plastic sitting on a piece of paper with a pink index card in front of it.

Brown Brain Fair educates young Rhode Islanders on neuroscience

By Tyler Timmers | March 16

The event, which was co-organized by Brown Brain Bee, featured a robotic arm and a neuron-modeling activity.

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From College Hill to the Hollywood Bowl, Sasha Spielberg ’12 reflects on career ahead of third album release

By Rebecca Goodman | March 15

Spielberg’s newest album, “Shoulder to Shoulder,” comes out on March 27.

Journey to World Cup: Jael-Marie Guy ’29 brings Bruno spirit to the Philippines women’s national football team

By Rebecca Goodman | March 13

The team won the Philippines its first-ever gold medal at the Southeast Asian Games in December.

University to replace Travel Pilot Program with region-based airfare allowance

By Zarina Hamilton | March 12

Starting in 2020, the program arranged one round-trip flight per academic year for international students receiving financial aid.

Arts & Culture

From left: photos of movie scenes from “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners,” “Hamnet,” “Sentimental Value,” and “Weapons.” Courtesy of Neal Street Productions, NEON, and Warner Bros. Pictures.

After months of reviewing the year’s biggest films, here are The Herald’s picks for the 2026 Oscars

By Ayana Ahuja and Manav Musunuru | March 13

“One Battle After Another” and “Sinners” stand out in several categories.

Still from “F1” showing Sonny Hayes (right), played by Brad Pitt, and Joshua Pearce (left), played by Damson Idris.

‘F1: The Movie’ shows thrilling races, lacks emotional horsepower

By Manav Musunuru | March 12

The film excels in its technical aspects but falters narratively.

Metro

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CCRI to launch early childhood education certificate program after receiving $1.5 million grant from Brown

By Ava Stryker-Robbins | March 13

CCRI will pilot their first 20 student early childhood education cohort funded by the grant this summer.

Prom for All: PPSD collects over 100 prom attire donations for local high schoolers

By Milo Shenn | March 13

The campaign, which was officially launched this year, will end on April 10.

Rhode Island Foundation granted record-breaking $93 million to nonprofits in 2025

By Dhruv Jain | March 13

The funding is intended to alleviate pressures caused by budget cuts at the federal level.

Breaking fast with croissants and matcha: Brown Bee Coffee hosts late-night service during Ramadan

By Pavani Durbhakula | March 12

The late-night selection includes a traditional Middle Eastern rice pudding and a Ramadan croissant.

Sports

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Science & Research

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Yearlong course brings Providence artists to campus to discuss AI, identity

By Diya Khetan | March 13

The class is a collaboration between AS220 and the Community Health Informatics Data Lab.

Illustration of a person washing a wok under a faucet.

Wiping a wok to dry it can destroy its seasoning. These Brown researchers used physics to find a better solution.

By Nabiha Allahwala | March 13

Brown researchers investigated how long it takes water to drain from woks to prevent rusting while drying.