Corporation
The Corporation is Brown’s primary governing body. It consists of a 12-member Board of Fellows and a 42-member Board of Trustees, meets 3 times per year, and makes policy decisions in areas including academic affairs, advancement, budget and finance, and campus life.
President
Ruth J. Simmons is the 18th president of Brown University. As Chief Executive Officer, President Simmons reports to the Corporation, oversees all divisions of Brown’s administration, and is chief ambassador for the university.
Senior Staff
The senior staff includes the provost, deans, vice presidents for finance, planning, campus life, advancement, public affairs, university governance, and other senior leaders of the University.
Administrative Offices
Brown’s various managerial offices ensure a smooth daily operation of the university. See the A-to-Z page for a complete directory of offices.