Here are a few things that may help you as you plan your trip to Providence.
Airport Van Shuttle (401 736-1900) runs a shuttle from T.F.Green to Brown University every hour on the hour from 5am to 7pm; after 7pm on an as needed basis.
The Department of French Studies is in Rochambeau House, on 84 Prospect Street. From the campus maps page, select the "Welcome Map"; Rochambeau House is in the upper left-hand part of the map.
Here is a very limited list of hotels and B&Bs :
State House Inn
401.351.6111
http://www.providence-inn.com/
Old Court B&B
401.751.2002
http://www.oldcourt.com/
Downtown Providence Holiday Inn
401.831.3900
http://www.holiday-inn.com/
Please inquire about the availability of transportation and proximity to campus, as well as parking arrangements, while making reservations.