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Brown University’s President Christina Paxson is stepping down after 15 transformative years, citing the right time for new leadership to steer the institution into its next chapter. She’s proud of navigating federal funding challenges, securing major grants, and expanding access for diverse students — all while her term was extended to 2028. The board agrees a fresh perspective is vital as Brown launches a nationwide search for its 20th president, with community input and collaboration with Paxson on her final year. This announcement follows a tragic campus shooting that claimed two lives and left others injured, underscoring the urgency for thoughtful, forward-looking leadership.

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