Students wishing to attend Orthodox or other services are welcomed by local congregations. Our Hanukah celebration also includes a large party, as well as community candle lighting. Many other holiday celebrations take place throughout the year. Classes are not cancelled for Jewish holidays. Each student is still responsible for the work covered in classes missed.
Most professors are sensitive to issues of religion and family, and work flexibly with students.
Brown and RISD are located in the heart of Jewish Rhode Island, and walking distance from most of the synagogues, facilities and organizations. There are Modern Orthodox, Conservative and Reform congregations within a 20-30 minute walk from campus, and a Chabad house a few minutes from campus. Hillel has a working relationship with all of these organizations. I m Orthodox and traditionally observant. The majority of housing at Brown is co-ed.