As we approach finals and contend with an unhalting news cycle, it feels as though the world has turned sideways. In these slanted days, when my mind has grown heavy with noise and my body runs on instinct alone, I have felt the urge to reorient. By infusing my days with little rituals — gestures ...
In 2023, Brown opened its long-anticipated Lindemann Performing Arts Center. Though it was touted as “state-of-the-art,” the Lindemann has largely disappointed students, becoming a frequent target of criticism. This reaction points to a deeper issue: Some of Brown’s modern architectural choices ...
When I applied to Brown, I was enamored by the promise of the Open Curriculum. As an indecisive learner with far too many interests, I saw Brown as a perfect fit — an academic playground where I could explore freely. However, within my first year, my idealized expectations quickly unraveled. ...
Every semester, I have this urge to purchase a new plant for my room. I’ll walk to the plant shop blatantly disregarding the death of its predecessor, unfazed by the two shriveled leaves from my once-thriving Monstera. Despite their short lifespans, I firmly believe that a room is only complete when ...
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