Swearer Center for Public Service
Upcoming Student Opportunities
Open Applications
| Opportunity | Eligibility | Application Close Date |
|---|---|---|
| Community-Based Learning and Research Fellowship (CBLR) Fellowship Designed to support CBLR designated courses at Brown, Fellows work with faculty on planning and/or implementing specific engaged courses. | Undergrads | April 3 |
| Community Storytelling Fellowship For students to learn about ethical and responsible community storytelling in Providence and Rhode Island. | Undergrads | April 5 |
| Social Innovation Fellowship Two-year program offering students the skills needed to drive social innovation and make transformative changes in organizations. | Undergrads | April 6 |
Community Storytelling Tours
| Workshop | Date/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tour of Olneyville: Stories of Place, People, and Resilience Join us for a guided walking tour through the neighborhood of Olneyville with a special focus on Manton Avenue and the Jasline Community Center. Led by long-time resident and community leader Jose Rodriguez, this tour will explore the layered stories of these communities, from displacement and gentrification to resilience and celebration. Register here. | Mar. 10, 10-11 a.m. | 1 Olneyville Square, Providence, RI 02909 |
| Tour of Smith Hill: Exploring History, Community, and Reflection A joint walking tour with Community members, Brown, and Providence College as we connect on the rich history of Smith Hill, a vibrant Providence neighborhood just north of downtown and steps from Providence College. Home to 6,800 residents within a single square mile, this historic hilltop community has long been shaped by its people and their stories. Join us as we meet at The Smith Hill Library and listen to stories that reflect an important part of its past, offering a glimpse into the spirit of Smith Hill—a place where community truly matters. Stay for Lunch followed by a brief reflection. Register here. | Apr. 10, 10 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. | The Annex on Douglas, 231 Douglas Ave, Providence, RI 02908) |
| Tour of Smith Hill: Exploring History, Community, and Reflection Join DownCity Design for a walking tour of the Westend community design studio, where Providence teens learn to design, build, and lead change in their neighborhoods. Learn how more than 3,500 youth have helped create 125+ permanent public amenities across the city—and how design can be a powerful tool for community building and youth empowerment. Visit a few of the community centers where projects have been created by teens for the community! Register here. | Apr. 20, 10-11 a.m. | DownCity Design, 370 Cranston St, Providence, RI 02907 |