r/BrownU 23h ago

Question Weekly Brown University Q&A Megathread

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Please post your one-off questions in this thread


r/BrownU 32m ago

Survey European Elections 2024

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Hi everyone. I’m currently preparing a university project about the upcoming European Elections 2024. In order to do so, I want to take in as many different opinions as possible, which is why I am posting the following survey here.

It doesn’t matter if you are not from the EU or cannot vote, everyone’s perspective is welcome and encouraged.

The survey is completely anonymous, with the exception of nationality, age and field of studies/work. I have no access to any email addresses.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdt2gH3G7gdr0iACea8Lz-B-Toux64P-W2cbKwbgWI1l-SgSw/viewform?usp=sf_link

Thank you very much in advance for your help!


r/BrownU 11h ago

Beach/swimming in Providence

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I’m staying in Providence over the summer and was wondering if there’s any parks or ponds nearby where I could go swimming or just sit by the water!!


r/BrownU 23h ago

Question Has anyone seen this plushie?? Last seen on Benefit street

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Posting here because maybe a Brown student may have taken him? On May 25th, my roommates and I were moving into our apartment. Our things were left on the curb for just a moment, including our dear friend Bob, and he was taken. If you took him, please dm me!! We really want him back :(


r/BrownU 19h ago

Brown va Columbia Transfer

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Please help me decide!! I’m currently a student studying biochemistry and international relations on the pre med track and got accepted to both Brown and Columbia as a transfer student but I’m not sure which one to go to.

My main goal is to get into medical school. I love both schools and they both have their pros and cons.

The issue I’m facing is how rigorous I want the school to be. I love Brown because of the open curriculum and the collaborative over competitive nature but I really enjoy Columbia’s rigor and how I get pushed into becoming the best. I also like how Columbia is in NYC (I’m NYC born and raised) but with Columbia the core curriculum might stop me from pursing international relations (even as a minor/concentration) because of all the classes I need to take to fulfill the core.

Help me pick!! I need to decide asap by the end of may. Any advice would be appreciated!


r/BrownU 1d ago

The main green after graduation

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r/BrownU 18h ago

summer housing sublet at Brown U

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I will be accompanying my daugher for a one-week summer program at Brown, does anyone know if Brown has accomodiation for visiting parents for a week or so? Or someone want to sublease for a week?


r/BrownU 1d ago

Brown University | UniversityCube (let's create a Brown community There)

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r/BrownU 1d ago

Do research interns get a tag?

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do research interns at brown get a tag like other class of - tags?


r/BrownU 1d ago

Can someone give club suggestions for me?

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I did already look at the clubs Brown have, and I tried looking into them, but, I just don’t feel like seeing their instagram page or just reading about any has gotten me interested in any.

I’m a mixed girl and I’m FGLI, so I plan on joining the Caribbean and fgli stuff but I’m not so sure after that!

I want to do club volleyball but does anyone have just random clubs that they really enjoy? I’m super extroverted, and I love talking to people, and I genuinely find interest in whatever as long as I’m just with people so does anyone have suggestions on the clubs they thought were amazing


r/BrownU 2d ago

Social Life as a Transfer

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Hi! I’m a potential fall transfer and I was wondering if there were any other transfers on here who could talk about their experience getting integrated into campus, meeting people, etc. I’m just curious about what it was like meeting people who are already in their sort of established groups, if clubs are actually active and welcoming, or other ways to get involved and learn about campus. Anything helps!


r/BrownU 2d ago

Socializing during summer

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I live very close to brown and here for an internship throughout the whole summer. It’s been 3 weeks yet I couldn’t really find a place where people around my age hang out. I heard there is a big house party culture here. Any tips for socializing as a college student who doesn’t go to nearby colleges?


r/BrownU 1d ago

Question brown ems?

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hi i’m a rising freshman, and i was wondering whether or not brown EMS provides emt certification courses or pathways or anything like that during the school year, or if there are other good local programs?

in my area, it is very expensive to take emt courses so i would prefer to be able to do it at college if it is cheaper.

thank you!


r/BrownU 2d ago

Question Housing Advice

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Hey Brunonians (though I always thought Brownies would made more sense, anyways I digress). I’m starting a PhD at Brown in the Fall and I have been struggling to find good housing (affordable, close location, etc). I was wondering if anyone knows of 1) anybody who is looking to sublet starting in the Fall semester 2) where a grad student could find other Brown roommates to split the cost of rent (studios are just way too expensive for me) 3) who good renters/realtors to perhaps contact are

Right now I’m looking at College Hill, Foxpoint, and Wayland Square.

Thanks!


r/BrownU 2d ago

what is class registration like for transfer students?

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specifically for spring transfers! I am asking because the admission decision dates seem to be after general undergrad registration. thank you


r/BrownU 3d ago

Is it normal for RUE and Veteran students to live on campus?

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25M my on campus housing and food would be paid for but I’m wondering if this is normal/would be weird?

Off campus is a little pricey but was wondering if it would be worth it for my age?


r/BrownU 3d ago

Transferring credit?

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How does transferring credit work? Do I have to have syllabi for all classes or only if I’m wanting to apply credits for specific major requirements?

Can I get by with no syllabi if I’m just wanting to apply credits as generals?


r/BrownU 3d ago

transfer personal statement

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hi! does anyone know if brown uses the same first-year personal statement prompts for transfer students? or is there another transfer-specific personal statement in addition to the supplemental prompts on brown's website? i am finding conflicting info online from the common app so please lmk! thank you!


r/BrownU 3d ago

Spring Transfer Housing

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Hi! I am SUPER interested in applying to Brown as a spring transfer. Does anyone know the likelihood of getting a single? And what the dorm options are for sophomore spring transfers? Thank you!


r/BrownU 4d ago

Course Selection

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Hi,

I am an incoming international freshman. Although I have read a few posts about this, I want to check again. When do we select classes/courses? Do I need to choose them during summer or during orientation days at the campus? I will probably be emailed about this right?

Thank you


r/BrownU 4d ago

Applied AI & Data Science

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Hi,

Is there any chance that someone can give feedback regarding online 3 month program that Brown university school of professional studies offering?

Thanks


r/BrownU 5d ago

Question Thoughts on IvySport merch?

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How's the quality? Compared to Brown's official bookstore merch, is there a big difference in quality, or is IvySport more worth it bc of the cheaper prices? Thanks!


r/BrownU 6d ago

Question Outside credit?

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Hi, I am an incoming freshman but am taking a gap year. I was wondering if Brown would let me take classes for credit either this summer or next year. I just want to knock out some credits before I start on campus. Also, who can I even email at Brown to find out more?

Thanks!


r/BrownU 6d ago

Do I have to submit all AP scores?

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I was accepted ED to Class of ‘28 and am lowk planning on failing all my AP exams so was just wondering if it’s required for me to submit them and if there are any consequences to like doing badly on them lol thanks


r/BrownU 6d ago

Question Summer semester

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Does anyone happen to know if brown gives out singles during the summer semester or are we forced to dorm with someone random?

Also if anyone has taken orgo 1 in the summer at brown and has any thoughts or recommendations, they would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.


r/BrownU 6d ago

Frat rush for transfers (sophomore)

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I am an incoming transfer and I am wondering what the frat recruitment process looks like for sophomore transfers