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Brown University scholar elected president of the American Studies Association
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (300+ words) Alexander Weheliye, a professor of modern culture and media, will lead the largest scholarly organization focused on the study of American history and culture within a global context. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — Alexander Weheliye, a professor of modern culture and media…...
Erin Finn: Analyzing ancient remains to discover new insights about the past
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (622+ words) With support from the Joukowsky Fieldwork Fund and Brown archaeologist Candace Rice, rising senior Erin Finn collected and studied remains at a Roman-era excavation site on Turkey’s southern coast. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — Waking up at 4 a.m. to hike…...
New research shows nearly half of U.S. pre-K-12 schools are near environmental hazard sites
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (380+ words) A study by Brown University researchers found that 44% of pre-K-12 schools in the U.S. are within a mile of a known environmental hazard site, a distance at which negative exposure effects are well documented. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — More than 3 million children…...
WaterFire brings Brown and Providence together for a night of remembrance and gratitude
2+ week, 1+ day ago (1129+ words) With crackling fires illuminating downtown Providence, Brown honored the first responders, neighbors, businesses and community partners who supported the campus through the aftermath of Dec. 13, 2025. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — When tragedy struck Brown University’s campus on Dec. 13, 2025, light came in many…...
Justin Dunn: Creating an engaging classroom for local English-language learners
1+ week, 3+ day ago (777+ words) At the Providence Public Library, rising sophomore Justin Dunn developed and taught a summer learning program, empowering local teens to strengthen their reading, writing and conversational skills. At the Providence Public Library, Dunn taught an ESL class using lessons, activities…...
Why do people’s pupils dilate when they’re surprised? Brown researchers explain
1+ week, 3+ day ago (333+ words) Spikes in physical alertness are a sign that the brain is hitting the “refresh” button to help it better process new and unexpected information, according to a new study. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — When people encounter new information that…...
From fresh perspectives to future plans, Pre-College students look back on a summer of discovery at Brown
1+ week, 4+ day ago (314+ words) As another summer of Pre-College Programs at Brown comes to a close, six high schoolers share what drew them to the experience and the foundational lessons that will inform their journeys ahead. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — Since late June, thousands of…...
President Paxson and Chancellor Moynihan announce presidential transition after 2026-27 academic year
1+ week, 5+ day ago (1144+ words) In a pair of letters to the Brown community, the leaders assert that a new strategic planning process should start with a new leader who will steward Brown’s next chapter, to be identified in a national search. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown…...
Staff Spotlight: Through dedication and attention to detail, Leo Eastman cares for Brown’s campus
2+ week, 2+ day ago (804+ words) During a 33-year career at Brown University, the custodian has poured his energy and skills into his work while creating meaningful connections with generations of students, staff and faculty. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — In 33 years as a custodian at Brown University,…...
Two renowned faculty members speak at International Congress of Mathematicians
2+ week, 2+ day ago (498+ words) Brown University mathematicians Georgios Daskalopoulos and Benoît Pausader spoke at the 2026 International Congress of Mathematicians, an honor akin to a hall of fame induction. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — For a mathematician, being invited to speak at the International Congress…...