Located in Providence, R.I., Brown University was founded in 1764 and has 8,619 students.
Located in Providence, R.I., Brown University was founded in 1764 and has 8,619 students.

May 30, 2026
Dr. Francesca L. Beaudoin has been appointed dean of Brown University's School of Public Health after serving as interim dean since January. Provost Francis J. Doyle III praised her leadership abilities while Beaudoin highlighted her commitment to advancing public health education.
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May 29, 2026
A Brown University study finds strong links between adolescent exposure to various forms of violence and increased cigarette or e-cigarette usage. Researchers say addressing youth experiences with bullying or abuse may help lower teen smoking rates.
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May 28, 2026
Brown University researchers have developed PackUV—a method for compressing large-scale 3D volumetric videos into standard formats compatible with current streaming technology. Their innovation addresses major storage challenges while improving object tracking during playback.
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May 28, 2026
Scientists at Brown University and University of Michigan have stabilized an elusive crystal structure using silver nanoparticles. Their findings could lead to advances in quantum computing or sensing technologies.
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May 27, 2026
Brown University has chosen architectural firm Höweler + Yoon to design its new economics building on campus. The multi-year project aims to unify departmental activities while engaging local communities throughout planning.
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May 27, 2026
Brown University's governing body has elected eight new trustees following its annual spring meeting in May. The appointees bring experience from fields including finance, healthcare administration, philanthropy, government service, arts leadership and nonprofit governance.
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May 27, 2026
Brown University has approved its Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget totaling nearly $2 billion in expenditures amid ongoing efforts to strengthen its long-term finances. The plan prioritizes investment in students and employees while addressing recent fiscal challenges such as federal funding freezes.
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May 24, 2026
Brown University honored six leaders from fields such as AI, national security, civil rights law, economics, and business at its 258th Commencement on May 24. Honorees received honorary doctorates presented by President Christina H. Paxson.
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May 24, 2026
Brown University President Christina H. Paxson addressed graduating seniors during Commencement ceremonies on May 24. She called on graduates to continue showing resilience and compassion developed throughout their time at Brown.
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May 24, 2026
At Brown University's Commencement ceremony on May 24, senior orators Zein Faheem and Caelle Joseph shared personal stories emphasizing community-building among graduates. Their speeches reflected on overcoming adversity together while encouraging classmates to foster meaningful connections beyond college.
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