Five of Brown's newest students discussed their academic ambitions, from medical research to music, what drew them to College Hill and their hopes for the four years ahead.
PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] - Members of Brown University's Class of 2030 have moved into residence halls, navigated a packed schedule of New Student Orientation events and passed through the iconic Van Wickle Gates to symbolize the start of their Brown education as they celebrated the University's 263rd Opening Convocation.
With the first day of classes in the books, first-year students are diving into the Open Curriculum, exploring dynamic courses during "shopping period," joining student organizations and carving out their own academic paths paved by intellectual curiosity.
In these Q&As, five members of the Class of 2030 reflected on why they chose Brown and their hopes and ambitions for the next four years.