U. sells Hoppin House on Benefit Street for $2 million

By Will Kubzansky | October 22

The University sold Hoppin House, a mansion located on Benefit Street which sits on the National Register of Historic Places, for $2 million on Sept. 30, according to the Real Estate and Auxiliary Housing Office. 

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Third annual Providence Vegan Restaurant Week looks to highlight local vegan cuisine

By Rhea Rasquinha | October 20

Amid Providence’s growing vegan scene, 28 restaurants will soon participate in the third annual Providence Vegan Restaurant Week, which aims to celebrate vegan cuisine and showcase innovative plant-based options. 

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UCS discusses supporting Dining Services workers

By Shilpa Sajja | October 20

The Undergraduate Council of Students shared updates from Vice President of Dining Programs George Barboza about understaffing in University dining halls and discussed how the student body can support Dining Services workers at its general body meeting Wednesday evening.

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Associate Dean for Medical Education to step down

By Grace Holleb | October 20

Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education Allan Tunkel will step down from his position May 22, 2022 after 8 years at the University, according to an email announcement made by Dean of Medicine and Biological Sciences Jack Elias. 

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Coalition demands U. act on BDS conditions

By Grace Williams | October 20

A coalition of 18 student groups on campus urged the University administration to increase wages for Brown Dining Services workers and invest in hiring and new equipment, in a statement released Oct. 12. The coalition was formed in response to Herald reporting on understaffing and equipment shortages ...