Swearer Center for Public Service
Upcoming Student Opportunities
Open Applications
| Opportunity | Eligibility | Application Close Date |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Tutoring Corps (BTC) Provide free, in-person tutoring and enrichment to K-12 students in the greater Providence area. | Undergrads | Feb. 7 |
| Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellowship This external fellowship recognizes an undergraduate for their work with communities and for civic leadership potential. | Undergrad & Grad Students | March 1 |
| Arthur Liman Public Interest Fellowship For students interested in public interest law projects and domestic non-profit internships. | Undergrads | March 2 |
| Royce Fellowship Independent, engaged research, cohort-based community-engaged learning domestically or internationally. | Undergrads | March 2 |
Upcoming Workshops
| Workshop | Date/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Social Entrepreneur Professionals Panel In partnership with Social Enterprise Greenhouse, we are excited to host a panel discussion of social impact professionals where they discuss how making a positive social change influenced their business models and social innovation ideas. Participants will learn about social entrepreneurship and social innovation and engage in a Q&A with professionals. Register here. | Feb. 10, 4 p.m. ET | Science Library, Room 720 |
| Designing Community-Engaged Research Community-engaged research engages researchers and the community as equal partners as they address issues affecting the community. In this interactive workshop participants will learn about the significance of community-engaged research and the benefits of this approach. This workshop will help participants feel confident in starting community-engaged research projects and demystify the approach by explaining key concepts and examining real-world case studies. Register here. | Feb. 12, 4 p.m. ET | Science Library, Room 720 |
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 |