Brown has reached a $120 million fundraising goal for the Brown Promise that it set in 2017, making the elimination of loans from undergraduate student financial aid packages permanent.

Brown makes elimination of undergraduate loans permanent

By Natalie Villacres | March 23 | University News

Brown has reached a $120 million fundraising goal for the Brown Promise that it set in 2017, making the elimination of loans from undergraduate student financial aid packages permanent.

RISD students hope to use the tree, more than 200 years old, to make a bench that will rest near ...

How RISD students are using a centuries-old beech tree to make furniture

By Haley Sandlow and Sofia Barnett | March 23 | University News

RISD students hope to use the tree, more than 200 years old, to make a bench that will rest near ...

Negotiations began in February ahead of the expiration of GLO's collective bargaining agreement at ...

GLO, Brown discuss accessibility, grievance policy, positions in negotiations

By Katie Jain | March 23 | University News

Negotiations began in February ahead of the expiration of GLO's collective bargaining agreement at ...

Kali Uchis evokes chaos and beauty of love on album ‘Red Moon In Venus’

By Isabel Hahn | March 23 | Review

R&B singer Kali Uchis releases her third studio album, “Red Moon in Venus.”

10Ks for 10 days: How one student is working to improve Nepal’s pre-hospital care

By Jennifer Shim | March 23 | University News

Following 100 kilometers of running, Roshan Sapkota ’23 has raised over $3,000 for the Nepalese health care system

Opinions

Sender ’25: Effective activism requires combating consumerism

By Gabriel Sender | March 24

Brown has a long and proud tradition of student activist movements leading to notable achievements. One movement, opposed by top University administrators, led to the institution of the New Curriculum, coinciding with University President Ray Heffner’s resignation. In 1975, students in the Third World ...

Gupta ’25: What to do when your partner wants to have sex — and you don’t

By Anusha Gupta | March 23

In the bubble of college, relationships may seem easy or uncomplicated. What is difficult about two young people falling in love? Turns out, a myriad of issues can arise. I received a question through my virtual anonymous questions form that piqued my interest: How do you address a difference in sex ...

Brand ’26, Lew ’26, Larkin ’26: Brown is failing to support the Providence community. Students can change that

By Garrett Brand , Henry Lew and Christelyn Larkin | March 23

As first-years, we had no idea what it really meant when we stepped through the Van Wickle Gates and, finally, into Brown for the first time. For so long, getting here had been the mission that defined our lives. We all came from unique backgrounds, but one unifying goal tied us all together: making ...

Singh ’24: Nikki Haley's attempt to transcend race is a major setback for Indian Americans in politics

By Salonee Singh | March 23

In her op-ed, Salonee Singh ’24 argues that Nikki Haley’s attempt to transcend race in her bid for the presidency may ultimately set back Indian Americans’ standing in politics.

Rahman ’26: Brown can better support students receiving financial aid by eliminating the student contribution

By Tasawwar Rahman | March 23

In his column, Tasawwar Rahman ’26 argues that Brown should do more to support students on financial aid by removing the student contribution requirements.

University News

Badmaash places second at annual Cleveland fusion dance competition

By Swaraj Agarwal | March 24

The University's Bollywood fusion dance team, Badmaash, celebrates second place at the annual Naach Di Cleveland.

Religious Studies professor discusses work of author Leslie Marmon Silko

By Sofia Barnett | March 23

Cladis researched and presented on the work of author Leslie Silko.

Mina Sarmas ’24 elected UCS president

By Indigo Mudbhary | March 22

Mina Sarmas ’24, current vice president of the Undergraduate Council of Students, was elected UCS president after receiving a majority of votes, the Student Government Association announced on the steps of the Stephen Robert ’26 Campus Center Wednesday night. Sarah Frank ’25 will serve as UCS ...

RISD facilities staff announce 24-hour strike over contract negotiations

By Ashley Cai | March 22

The strike will last all day Thursday and will include picket line protests at five locations across RISD’s campus.

Brown Dining Services special events highlight student cultures, staff talent

By Max Robinson | March 22

These events mark the return of Dining Services initiatives held before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Arts & Culture

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Love affairs, tell-alls and rock and roll: ‘Daisy Jones & The Six’ debuts on screens in new miniseries

By Daphne Dluzniewski | March 24

“Daisy Jones & The Six” effectively establishes character portraits, but misses on story elements.

‘It’s really an art form’: Nora Cowett ’24, Phoebe Dragseth ’24 talk pursuing fashion at Brown

By Rya Vallabhaneni | March 21

Nora Cowett '24 and Phoebe Dragseth '24 talk combining art and academics in the fashion industry.

Metro

Eleven events to celebrate Black History Month in Rhode Island

By Sarah Ogundare | March 24

These virtual and in-person events across the state will prioritize Black history, achievements and activism.

Councilors Shelley Peterson, Helen Anthony, Mary Kay Harris reflect on experiences working in politics

By Avani Ghosh | March 24

Providence recently swore in its most diverse City Council in history.

‘Patients aren’t pigs’: Physicians protest Brown’s medical training practices involving live animals

By Ryan Doherty | March 24

Physicians and students gathered at the Rhode Island State House to demand passage of a state bill to end use of pigs in medical training

R.I. House passes bill proposing harm reduction pilot extension

By Jacob Smollen | March 24

Proponents of the bill argue that overdose prevention centers would save lives. Critics are unconvinced.

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Sports

‘The heartbeat of this team’: Brittany Raphino ’23.5

By Lydell Dyer | March 22

Soccer star Brittany Raphino ’23.5 discusses her soccer success, finding community and friendship in her team.

‘One person to show what is possible’: Olivia Pichardo ’26

By Linus Lawrence | March 22

Olivia Pichardo ’26 made history Friday afternoon as the first woman to play in a Division I baseball game.

A coach with ‘great energy and insight’: Heather Marini

By Dennis Carey | March 21

Brown’s football quarterback coach Heather Marini discusses being first woman promoted to position coaching job in NCAA DI football.

‘One of the premier volleyball players in the Ivy League’: Beau Vanderlaan ’25

By Austin Xiang | March 21

Volleyball star Beau Vanderlaan ’25 discusses her athletic career, keeping her future open.

Softball wins Ivy League opener against Columbia, drops remainder of series

By Dennis Carey | March 20

Bruno was unable to continue its momentum from its Ivy League opener into the next two games against Columbia.

Science & Research

Biomed Center restorations will last through April

By Robayet Hossain | March 24

Biomedical Center renovations lead to office displacement and reduced research capacity.

Brown, Care New England sign agreement to integrate, support biomedical research