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RISD students report challenges affording materials as spring semester begins

By Izabella Piatkowski | February 19

A study conducted by RISD found that 60% of students struggle to afford materials for their classes.

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With $2.34 million NOAA grant, 250 tons of rotting wood pilings will be removed from Providence River

By Amelia Bonterre | February 19

The removal is part of a larger effort to improve water quality and ecosystem health.

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John Donoghue PhD’79 awarded Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering

By Nishita Malhan and Samah Hamid | February 18

John Donoghue PhD’79 received the prize for his research on brain-computer interface development.

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Proposed bill would abolish life without parole for young offenders in R.I.

By Lev Kotler-Berkowitz | February 18

The bill has been referred to the state House Judiciary Committee, where it will have an open hearing.

From school crush to ‘Modern Love’: Anna Martin ’16 recounts path to hosting podcasts

By Rebecca Goodman | February 18

Martin hosts the ‘Modern Love’ podcast for the New York Times, which examines real-life love stories.

Two killed, gunman dead in shooting at Pawtucket hockey game

By Michelle Bi | February 17

The shooting occurred five miles from campus and three injured victims are hospitalized in critical condition.

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Sometimes the strongest love isn’t romantic at all: Exploring platonic love on campus

By Maxwell Zhang | February 14

The Herald spoke to Brown students and faculty about what platonic love looks like for them.

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Former Colombian president speaks on immigration, Venezuela at Watson event

By Ian Ritter | February 13

The Herald spoke with Iván Duque ahead of his talk at the Watson School of International and Public Affairs.

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Campus religious spaces, groups offer increased support following shooting

By Rachel Wicker | February 13

Campus religious leaders who spoke with The Herald said they have seen increased student involvement.

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Francesca Beaudoin PhD’17 hopes to expand community impact as interim dean of School of Public Health

By Noa Saviano | February 13

Francesca Beaudoin succeeded Ashish Jha starting Jan. 1.

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After two years without a home, Brown Esports opens gaming lounge in Brown Bookstore

By Rachel Wicker | February 12

Brown Esports club opened their gaming lounge to Brown and RISD community members on Jan. 24.

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All classes to be capped, Barus and Holley classrooms to remain closed in 2026–27 year

By Ivy Huang | February 12

To compensate for the reduced space, a new time block for classes will be held from 4–5:20 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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Inside Brown Ever True, the University’s ‘roadmap to recovery’

By Roma Shah and Jeremiah Farr | February 12

The Herald spoke with VP for Diversity and Inclusion Matthew Guterl and SPH Interim Dean Francesca Beaudoin.

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Unionized medical residents, fellows at Brown-affiliated hospitals remain at bargaining table after months of negotiations

By James Libresco | February 12

Union organizers have criticized Care New England for negotiating separately at its three hospitals.

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RISD students report feeling underprepared for life after graduation

By Emily Feil and Izabella Piatkowski | February 12

RISD President Crystal Williams shared an action plan with the RISD community aimed at improving career readiness.

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Sofia Barnett ’25 reflects on covering ICE activity in Minneapolis

By Rebecca Goodman and Samah Hamid | February 11

Sofia Barnett ’25, a former section editor for The Herald, has been actively covering ICE activity in Minnesota.

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R.I. ACLU challenges Department of Justice pursuit of non-public voter files

By Annika Melwani | February 11

Unredacted voter rolls include personal voter information like birthdates and portions of social security numbers.

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Providence’s overdose prevention center celebrates one-year anniversary

By Megan Chan | February 11

The center remains the only state-regulated OPC in the country.

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Administrators discuss security, campus climate survey at community council meeting

By Jeremiah Farr | February 11

The Brown University Community Council serves as the advisory body for the Brown Ever True initiative.

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Students march, lobby for gun reform following mass shooting

By Zarina Hamilton | February 11

Led by SDA@Brown, students marched to the R.I. State House to lobby for changes to gun purchasing regulation.