Dear Members of the Brown Community,
I shared in a communication to the campus last week that the federal government asked Brown to consider its “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.” I am writing to convey the University’s response declining participation in the Compact.
The response that I sent to the federal government earlier today, which is appended below and also posted publicly online, reflects Brown’s commitment to advancing excellence in education and research while upholding foundational academic values.
I want to thank the thousands of faculty, staff, students, alumni and parents who offered thoughtful perspectives on how Brown should proceed. The deep care and concern you hold for the University and its mission of education and research is evident, and I am grateful that so many of you took the time to express your thoughts.
Together, as a community, we will continue our vital work to sustain the vibrant intellectual environment that makes it possible to fulfill our mission of advancing knowledge and understanding.
Sincerely,
Christina H. Paxson
President