Spring 2026

Open Doors

Over winter break, the Brown community welcomed students into their homes and hearts.

Our American Elm

—a prayer

Campus Safety in an Era of Gun Violence

Brown turns to experts in community policing to bolster security.

Ever True

Brown launches a trauma-informed recovery initiative.

In Memoriam

In a campuswide service, the Brown community remembered Ella Cook ’28 and MukhammadAziz Umurzokov ’29.

Voices: December 13, 2025

Following the mass shooting at Barus & Holley, members of the Brown community shared their stories with the BAM.

The Road Back

Lessons from colleges that have experienced mass shootings, and when normality might return to Brown.

Adventure-Seeking Filmmaker

Defined by Purpose

A letter from the President

Free Mom Hugs

Five minutes with Andrea Capotosto at the School of Public Health

The Road Back

A letter from the Editor

Cornhole Poobah

Nuclear Fiction

A new novel of Atomic Era intrigue and romance—based on real life

Market Maker

Amrita Jhaveri ’91 has helped put contemporary South Asian art on the map.

Caregiving Made Easy(er)

Barry Jacobs ’80 offers takeaways from his new AARP Caregiver Answer Book.

A Very Prickly Passion

Molecular biologist by day, cactus fanatic 24-7

Growth in Guinea

A former pro football player helps businesses achieve their goals.

Doctor, De-Stress Thyself!

An online platform offers support and community for physicians experiencing burnout.

Jailhouse Rock

A propulsive original score drives Robe Imbriano ’86’s animated doc about harsh bail policy.

Beautiful Game

Brett Johnson ’92 bought a franchise license, built a stadium, and now R.I. has a pro soccer team.

Fresh Ink for Spring 2026

Reviewed by Edward Hardy