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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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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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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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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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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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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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Alumni & Friends

New grants open doors for mental health care, aging research, and poetry

April 21, 2026

Three recent grants are enhancing research and scholarship at Brown on age-related diseases, African poetry, and programs for well-being in young adults.

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News from Brown

Brown University plans new, unified home for world-class economics department

April 15, 2026

An extensive public engagement process will inform plans for a dedicated home that will unify economics scholars currently spread across five buildings and offer close proximity to other social sciences departments.

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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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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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News from Brown

A throwback menu for a timeless institution: Celebrating 75 years of the ‘Ratty’

February 6, 2026

A 75th anniversary dinner and 1950s-inspired menu marked a milestone for Brown’s largest dining hall, celebrating the generations of students who have enjoyed meals and community at Sharpe Refectory.

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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

Brown names Penner Field House in recognition of generous gift

January 16, 2026

The investment from the Penner Family Foundation is providing crucial support for Brown to create 76,000 square feet of indoor space for high-performance athletic training and year-round recreational opportunities.

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News from Brown

Faculty at Brown earn prominent awards, distinctions in Fall 2025

January 15, 2026

Over the fall semester, prestigious national and international organizations recognized Brown faculty for their research, service, scholarship and leadership.

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News from Brown

Brown University president details Brown Ever True healing and recovery effort

January 5, 2026

The joint project of repair will bring together resources, programming and services focused on mental health, psychological wellness and ensuring a sense of physical security for the Brown community.

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News from Brown

University community mourns the loss of two beloved Brown students

December 19, 2025

Brown President Christina H. Paxson grieved the loss of undergraduates Ella Cook and MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, whose amazing promise was extinguished by an act of unimaginable violence.

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News from Brown

Brown admits 890 early decision students to the undergraduate Class of 2030

December 17, 2025

Two days later than planned, as the campus works to heal, Brown admitted 890 talented and intellectually curious students who will contribute to campus a wide range of ideas, perspectives and experiences.

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Alumni & Friends

Generous gift will enhance Brown’s comprehensive approach to career exploration

December 9, 2025

Brown has named the Lizzie and Jonathan Tisch Center for Career Exploration in honor of a gift from the parents of a Brown graduate. Their support will expand career advising, resources, and partnerships, and foster more connections between students and the broader alumni community.

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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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Alumni & Friends

Your gift guide: See what annual giving makes possible

December 4, 2025

Looking to make your end-of-year gift to Brown? Find the area of support that matters most to you with our Brown Annual Fund gift guide.

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News from Brown

From the Lab: Frederike Petzschner maps mind-body connections for improved well-being

November 20, 2025

The Brown University cognitive neuroscientist studies how the brain and body interact, with the goal of translating insights into treatments and solutions for patients facing a variety of health challenges.

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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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News from Brown

Two Brown University seniors, Class of 2025 graduate named 2026 Rhodes Scholars

November 15, 2025

Brown University seniors Keidy Palma Ramirez and Coco Huang and Class of 2025 alumnus Nicholas Sanzi will pursue graduate degrees at Oxford through one of the most prestigious awards for international study.

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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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News from Brown

Veterans Day ceremony honors contributions of veterans to the nation and to the Brown community

November 11, 2025

U.S. Sen. and U.S. Army veteran Jack Reed and Rear Admiral Darryl L. Walker of the U.S. Naval War College joined Brown leaders, student veterans and ROTC students in celebrating the service of the nation’s military members.

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Brown expands financial support for graduate student veterans, enhances peer-mentorship program

November 11, 2025

In an important step toward expanded access, Brown will significantly grow funding for U.S. military veterans pursuing graduate degrees, while a generous donation will establish the Cisneros Veterans Scholars Program.

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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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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

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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News from Brown

Refreshed, upgraded Pembroke Hall is a fitting new home for Brown’s Pembroke Center

October 17, 2025

The newly renovated, centralized home for the Pembroke Center for Teaching and Research on Women will enhance collaboration and expand the use of the center’s extensive archives.

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Brown University Family Weekend 2025: Moments, memories and campus connections

October 17, 2025

Packed with forums, tours, family activities, athletic events, student performances and more, the University’s annual Family Weekend welcomes thousands of parents and family members to College Hill.

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News from Brown

Brown University economics professor Peter Howitt wins Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences

October 13, 2025

Howitt, a professor emeritus of economics who joined the Brown faculty in 2000, was awarded “for the theory of sustained growth through creative destruction.”

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Alumni & Friends

In recognition of generous gift, Brown University names the Giuliani RNA Center

September 29, 2025

The investment from Giammaria and Sabrina Giuliani P'28 will support scholars seeking to unlock the potential of RNA to make a positive impact on human health.

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Alumni & Friends

New grant funding advances AI research, student support, and brain science

September 26, 2025

Here are three ways that some of the latest grants to Brown are transforming lives and shaping the future.

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News from Brown

Brown ranks among nation’s top universities

September 23, 2025

From LinkedIn to Forbes to the Princeton Review, prominent rankings and lists in the last year recognized Brown for its student experience, high-impact research, career preparation and role as a top employer.

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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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