Master's students at Brown are known for their exceptional dedication and expertise in their respective fields, contributing to innovation, professional and scholarly excellence and impactful community engagement.
Discover news, stories and profiles of students and alumni from the Brown master’s community.
As we celebrate First-Generation Day, the Division of Master’s and Professional Programs highlights the journeys of first-generation faculty and staff. Carmen Rowe, program coordinator, reflects on being the first in her family to attend college — sharing how she navigated higher education without a roadmap and why she’s passionate about supporting first-generation students as they find their own paths.
As we celebrate First-Generation Day, the Division of Master’s and Professional Programs highlights the journeys of first-generation faculty and staff. Brittney Yandle, advising coordinator for Brown’s online graduate programs, reflects on being the first in her family to attend college, sharing the challenges she faced and the importance of providing accessible support for first-generation students.
Nate Blouin, who earned his Master of Public Affairs (MPA) degree from Brown in 2019, dropped out of his freshman year of college and moved to Utah to ski. He then went on to become the youngest legislator in Utah's State Senate, defeating his opponent with 72% of the vote.
For Dr. Glenn Jakobsen, D.O., Brown University School of Public Health's online master of public health (MPH) opened the door to collaboration, leadership and a broader impact on patients’ lives.
With immigrant communities under heightened strain, Aidea Downie ’18, MA ’20 has earned a prestigious Royce Fellowship to study the support immigrant mothers and babies receive from culturally-aligned birth doulas.
DaQuan is an Urban Education Policy student who was drawn to Brown's program because of its focus on real-world application. His passion for achieving systemic change in education was solidified by his prior work with a nonprofit dedicated to improving literacy in underserved communities and a public-private collaborative focused on expanding access to quality afterschool and summer programming.
Anna is an MAT candidate specializing in chemistry education. Her path to teaching was inspired by her undergraduate studies and work in the Providence school system, where she discovered a deep joy for teaching.
Anne-Marie Feeney is a data analyst at the Stanford Cancer Institute who is applying skills from Brown's new Online Master’s Degree in Biostatistics and Health Data Science to her cutting-edge work in CAR-T cell therapy.
Internationally focused from a young age and growing up outside Washington, D.C., Marcus Burke experienced career growth after earning his Master of Public Affairs (MPA) degree from Brown in 2017 as a mid-career professional.
Support from the Lassonde Family Foundation will enable a reimagined campus hub in the School of Engineering complex for Brown makers, engineers, entrepreneurs and artists to innovate and create.
Brown University’s new master’s in business analytics prepares professionals to advance their careers by transforming complex information into insights that drive decision making.
In her seven years at East Providence High School, MAT mentor teacher Faith Jean has taught a variety of history and human rights courses, and she now guides aspiring educators with a "growth mindset" as they find their confidence and teaching style in the classroom.
As more than 3,200 students began their academic journeys at Brown, University leaders celebrated their resilience, intellectual curiosity, and openness to new ideas and perspectives.
As the Brown University School of Public Health welcomes 232 new graduate students, school leaders urge the incoming class to view public health not just as a career, but as a calling—one that demands resilience, collaboration and commitment to solving the world’s most pressing challenges.
Dean Sandra Smith welcomes new and returning master’s students to a new academic year and reflects on the opportunities ahead for our growing community.
Brown MPH student Quynh Le brought her passion for global health to a local setting this summer, working to improve patient satisfaction and language accessibility at CODAC Behavioral Healthcare.
The Little Harvest Produce Box program is delivering fresh, locally grown produce to Rhode Island child-care centers to increase access to nutritious food and encourage healthy eating habits in young children, one box at a time.
Jenna Henderson ’23 Sc.M. started her career as a civil engineer, but her drive to tackle complex challenges led her to Brown’s technology leadership program. Through real-world projects and a collaborative community, she developed the skills to help shape the future of public service.
Graduate students from Brown University and Ben-Gurion University put their brains together in a unique summer practicum to invent and pitch ideas for neurotechnology startups.
Experienced Providence educator and Brown MAT mentor Mark Dibiasio shares his passion for shaping future teachers and highlights the unique qualities Brown's MAT students bring to local classrooms.
Get to know Andras Zsom, Assistant Professor of the Practice of Data Science and Director of Graduate Studies for Brown's Data Science Master's Program.
Through an eight-week summer accelerator focused on personal and commercial development, the Nelson Center for Entrepreneurship’s Breakthrough Lab is supporting 13 student-led ventures.
Since 1969, Brown Summer High School has given Rhode Island teens a space to grow, explore and connect, all while training educators through the University’s master of arts in teaching program.
Michael Charlton's transition to leading AtlantiCare Health System highlights the power of continuous learning and resilience. Through Brown's healthcare leadership program, he gained the skills and mindset to navigate healthcare's challenges and drive impactful change.
Derrick Zantt earned his master's degree in public affairs from Brown in 2016. A fourth-generation service member, Zantt currently works as an analyst for the Department of Defense, where he puts his belief in open data and the knowledge he acquired at the Watson Institute to influence policy.
Brown's first new school in over a decade, the Thomas J. Watson Jr. School of International and Public Affairs, launched on July 1. Plans for the new school include broadening the scope of research, expanding the faculty, and breaking down traditional barriers between disciplines to address the world's most pressing economic, political, social and policy challenges.
Combining strategic thinking with ethical, data-driven decision-making, two 16-month online programs will prepare students for leadership challenges across sectors in a rapidly evolving global workforce.
Brown public health and medical students team up to provide culturally attuned care to Rhode Island’s South Asian, Middle Eastern and African communities.
From May 12-14, the Watson Institute's Master of Public Affairs (MPA) program held its annual Policy in Action (PIA) Symposium, in which students presented the results of work they did for government, nonprofit and private sector organizations over the spring semester.
Bringing a unique blend of academic experience and business acumen, Smith will oversee a portfolio of programs that are academically rigorous, financially sustainable and in demand from students and employers.
Graduate students in Brown’s UEP program, Class of 2025, presented capstone projects addressing key issues in urban education, sharing research-informed policy solutions shaped by their yearlong internships.