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Alumni & Friends

Medical Reunion Weekend 2026 connects physicians across generations

June 2, 2026

The Warren Alpert Medical School celebrated alumni from 1976 to 2021 and welcomed the MD Class of 2026 to the Brown Medical Alumni Association during a weekend of reflection, recognition, and community.

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News from Brown

Bestselling author and Brown alumna Xochitl Gonzalez: ‘Never forget to keep asking why’

May 23, 2026

With advice on the power of curiosity from the award-winning writer, the Class of 2026 celebrated the Baccalaureate with a lively service marked by wisdom and hope.

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Alumni & Friends

Returning to College Hill: Highlights and stories from Brown Reunion 2026

May 21, 2026

Follow our real-time coverage throughout the weekend with live updates, video highlights, and stories straight from alumni.

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News from Brown

Student-led oral history project with Class of 1976 alumni documents Brown at the U.S. bicentennial

May 21, 2026

Current Brown students are recording memories from members of Brown’s Class of 1976 to glean insights on what the University, the country and the world were like 50 years ago.

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News from Brown

Dr. Francesca L. Beaudoin named School of Public Health dean at Brown

May 19, 2026

Currently serving as interim dean, the accomplished physician and scholar will advance academic excellence, expand research and provide strategic direction for the school.

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Alumni & Friends

A champion for international financial aid and innovation in engineering education

May 18, 2026

For Richard Yen ’53, giving back to Brown is about more than repaying a scholarship. It’s about engineering an environment for today’s Brown students where hard work is balanced by the joy of the journey.

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Alumni & Friends

Brown University Orchestra takes center stage at Carnegie Hall

May 15, 2026

Student-musicians performed before a full house at the acclaimed concert venue in New York City, a significant milestone made possible by the generosity of Brown donors.

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Alumni & Friends

Volunteer Spotlight: Energized by a milestone Reunion, Nisha Bansal ’99 builds on lifelong bonds

May 12, 2026

Whether organizing alumni events or supporting Brown students, Bansal finds time to deepen ties to the University while making new memories with fellow alumni.

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Alumni & Friends

8 tips for Reunion Weekend 2026

May 8, 2026

From comfortable shoes to can't-miss corners of campus, a little planning goes a long way.

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News from Brown

Award-winning author and Brown alumna Xochitl Gonzalez to deliver Baccalaureate address

May 8, 2026

Gonzalez, a member of Brown’s Class of 1999, will return to the University during Commencement and Reunion Weekend 2026 to share insights from her decorated literary career and her advice for the Class of 2026.

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News from SPH

Getting the lead out

May 7, 2026

Nurse Ashley Stacy-Boddapati, MPH ’25, the School of Public Health’s inaugural Emerging Leader Award honoree, founded a grassroots organization that’s tackling childhood lead poisoning in North Carolina and beyond.

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Alumni & Friends

Generous gift to fund two professorships, catalyze new economics and policy research at Brown

April 29, 2026

A $12 million gift from a family foundation led by accomplished business leader Orlando Bravo ’92 will bolster research and teaching in the University’s Department of Economics and Watson School of International and Public Affairs.

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Alumni & Friends

Spinning the soundtrack to Reunion: Unity Funk Nite DJ keeps alumni on their feet

April 22, 2026

With his electrifying mix of pop, R&B, hip-hop, reggae, and house music, Garfield Davidson ’00 (“DJ Garf Digga”) has kept the spirit of a classic Brown dance party alive for over a decade while bringing alumni together during Reunion Weekend.

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News from Brown

From Brown to the big screen: How Tim Blake Nelson’s classics degree propelled a Hollywood career

April 1, 2026

Actor, writer and director Tim Blake Nelson, a member of Brown University’s Class of 1986, talked about the impact of his time on College Hill during a conversation hosted by Brown Arts Institute.

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Alumni & Friends

Investing in climate solutions—and future changemakers

March 25, 2026

Matt Severson ’11 found his purpose at Brown and learned how to work and collaborate across areas. Now, he’s leading a successful career in sustainable finance. His next project: helping current Brown students do the same.

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News from Brown

Brown engineering dean elected AAAS Fellow

March 25, 2026

The world’s largest multidisciplinary scientific society has honored Tejal Desai for contributions to the field of biomedical engineering.

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Alumni & Friends

Volunteer Spotlight: Joy Zheng ’21 leads the way in giving back

March 17, 2026

As a volunteer for the Brown Annual Fund, Zheng is using her voice to inspire her classmates to support experiences that made their time on campus special.

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News from SPH

Arvinjit “Arvin” Singh Sc.M. ’19 is bringing AI to Appalachia

March 4, 2026

The 2026 SPH Alumni Impact Award winner and new Secretary of Health for West Virginia aims to lead a transformation of public health in the state, improving health outcomes for residents and boosting operational efficiency statewide.

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News From Engineering

Q&A with Tiffany Yizar ’07

March 4, 2026

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Alumni & Friends

A Love Letter to Brown

February 13, 2026

“It felt great to learn that the same spirit you see on campus carries forward even after you leave.” Alumni share what they loved most about Brown and the communities that shaped them.

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Alumni & Friends

Alumni support helps with path to healing

February 9, 2026

In the wake of unthinkable tragedy and loss, Brunonians from around the world stepped up for Brown and each other.

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Alumni & Friends

Alumni initiative sparks bold career move

January 28, 2026

With a passion for making a difference, former government ethics attorney Melba Melton '06 is charting a new path in global business to help organizations grow responsibly—a pivot fueled by Brown’s expanded programming for Brunonians navigating career transitions.

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Alumni & Friends

Brown Alumni Magazine welcomes new leader, begins next chapter

January 23, 2026

Ed Weinman, an innovative storyteller and editorial leader, has stepped into the role of editor and publisher of the Brown Alumni Magazine.

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Alumni & Friends

8 ways to get involved with the Brown alumni community this year

January 23, 2026

Make this year about connection, action, and growth. Here are just some of the ways you can tap into the Brunonian community in 2026.

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Alumni & Friends

A look back at 2025

December 9, 2025

From the remarkable finale of a historic fundraising campaign to celebratory gatherings deepening alumni connections, this year was one to remember.

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News from DSI

Faces of DSI: Brenda Rubenstein

December 8, 2025

DSI’s new Director Brenda Rubenstein is passionate about building bridges between disciplines, from her integrative computational research to her new initiatives to connect researchers at Brown through the Data Science Institute.

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Alumni & Friends

From generation to generation: Celebrating 130 Years of Jewish Life at Brown

November 18, 2025

More than 1,000 members of the Brown community came together to reflect on the unique legacy, present-day impact, and promising future of the Jewish community at Brown.

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Alumni & Friends

New admission welcome center named in honor of the late Dr. Galen V. Henderson MD’93

November 12, 2025

Brimming with features that bring the Brown experience to life, the Galen V. Henderson Admission Welcome Center captures the warm and welcoming energy of the alumnus for whom it is named.

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Alumni & Friends

Brunonians explain: Shaping the future through philanthropy

November 10, 2025

Reginald Williams ’02 shares what inspires his giving, how it feels to give back to Brown, and his advice for fellow alums.

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News from Brown

130 Years of Jewish Life at Brown: Celebration, connection and tradition

November 7, 2025

Packed with lively social events, panels, seminars, a timeline exhibition and more, a landmark alumni-led event celebrates the profound history of Jewish life at the University.

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Alumni & Friends

Where grit meets gratitude: How Brown water polo inspires two alums to give back

October 28, 2025

Toby Espinosa ’12 and Cyrus Mojdehi ’13 are paying it forward so future student-athletes can benefit from the varsity team experience.

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Alumni & Friends

Alumni hit high notes at opening of the Stephen Sondheim Amphitheater in revamped Simmons Quad

October 24, 2025

Through a generous gift from Marty Granoff LHD'06 hon., P'93 and Perry Granoff LHD'24 hon., P'93, Brown’s renovated Ruth J. Simmons Quadrangle improves accessibility and adds a gathering and performing space in the heart of campus.

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Alumni & Friends

When the Faunce House mailroom delivered more than just mail

October 17, 2025

Beyond providing postal services for the University, the campus mailroom connected students to their families back home and served as a social hub for the Brown community.

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Alumni & Friends

Celebrating community and philanthropy at 4th annual Bruno on the Vineyard

September 24, 2025

Brown alumni gathered once again on Martha’s Vineyard to celebrate the collective impact of donors on the next generation of Brown scholars.

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Alumni & Friends

Home away from home: Volunteers open doors to medical students from the Big Apple to the Golden State

September 22, 2025

Through the Help Our Students Travel (HOST) program, Brown alumni and parent volunteers provide a place to stay for medical students traveling for residency interviews or month-long rotations.

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Alumni & Friends

A friend like no other: Celebrating Brown friendships

July 31, 2025

“I’m forever grateful to Brown, for giving me not just an education, but a lifelong friend.” Alumni share stories about the most meaningful connections they’ve made on College Hill.

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Alumni & Friends

Parting words—and advice—from Janet M. Cooper Nelson after 35 years as Brown’s chaplain

July 1, 2025

Some words of wisdom from beloved Cooper Nelson as she retires after decades of leading Brown’s interfaith community.

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News from Brown

Recent Brown alumni, current graduate students earn 37 Fulbright scholarships

June 30, 2025

This year’s 37 Fulbright awardees will begin teaching and research assignments in 24 countries across four continents in Fall 2025.

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Alumni & Friends

Learning to lead the workplaces of the future

June 23, 2025

As Brown’s School of Professional Studies passes its ten-year mark, see how alumni have translated the leadership skills they developed into real-world impact.

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Alumni & Friends

Medical Reunion celebrates community in a milestone year

June 17, 2025

On a weekend filled with tradition, The Warren Alpert Medical School held its first 50th Reunion, honored standout alumni, and celebrated its newest graduates.

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Alumni & Friends

Best moments of Reunion 2025

June 11, 2025

Thousands of Brown alumni came back to College Hill for one of the most well-attended Reunion Weekends ever.

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Alumni & Friends

Celebrating 65 years of Hazeltine

June 10, 2025

The engineering community came together to celebrate Professor Hazeltine’s long tenure of teaching and mentorship at Brown.

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News from Brown

A spirited celebration: Sights, sounds and stories from Commencement and Reunion 2025

May 22, 2025

Brown’s big weekend offered graduation ceremonies, alumni reunions and a multitude of other opportunities for graduates, alumni, family and friends to honor accomplishments and reunite.

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Alumni & Friends

Putting community first: Larry Warner ’97 MPH’13

May 16, 2025

The health equity advocate and mentor has been honored with the School of Public Health’s 2025 Alumni Impact Award for his service to Rhode Island’s communities.

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Alumni & Friends

Celebrating Brown’s dedicated volunteers at the 2025 Volunteer Summit

April 24, 2025

The annual event provides volunteers with unique opportunities to connect, learn from University leaders, and receive recognition for their impact.

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News from Brown

Alumni-led event to celebrate the profound history of Jewish life at Brown

April 17, 2025

After more than a year of planning, “130 Years of Jewish Life at Brown” will convene generations of Brown community members for a weekend of panels, activities and celebrations in early November.

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News from Brown

Uber CEO and Brown alumnus talks Open Curriculum, artificial intelligence and career advice

April 10, 2025

During an event commemorating the 10th anniversary of Brown’s School of Professional Studies, Class of 1991 graduate Dara Khosrowshahi discussed leadership and innovation with President Christina H. Paxson.

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Alumni & Friends

100 years on, the Brown Band still marches to the beat of its own drum

March 28, 2025

Generations of Brown Band alumni are coming together on College Hill to celebrate a century of camaraderie and music-making.

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News from Brown

Brown University named nation’s top Fulbright-producing university

February 25, 2025

For the fifth time, Brown has earned the distinction of being the country’s top producer of Fulbright winners, with 40 grants offered to students and recent alumni for the 2024-25 academic year.

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Alumni & Friends

6 heartwarming alumni love stories

February 13, 2025

“We were pretty terrible at being apart.” In honor of Valentine’s Day, alumni couples reflect on how they found their better halves through their connection to Brown.

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