Brown University marks its 262th Opening Convocation

262nd Convocation ceremony celebrates diversity among incoming students

On Tuesday afternoon, the Van Wickle Gates opened to welcome incoming students during the University's 262nd Opening Convocation. Thousands of new students proceeded through the gates, marking the beginning of their studies at Brown to the cheers of parents and community members.The incoming classes include 1,753 first-year, 144 medical, 103 transfer, eight resumed undergraduate and 1,270 masters and doctoral students, according to opening remar…

Brown University marks its 262th Opening Convocation

Brown University will mark the beginning of the academic year during its 262nd Opening Convocation Friday afternoon.