Ash’s project focused on early- and mid-stage evaluation, stakeholder logics, and funding sustainability in Children’s Savings Account programs.

David previously taught at Central Falls High School for over 16 years, bringing a wealth of frontline classroom experience and a deep, generational connection to local Rhode Island education.

Vivian's thesis examined how STEM teachers intentionally build relationships with students and found that the relational work of teaching extends beyond the classroom.

“The findings are overwhelmingly clear that on average, more instructional time improves student learning outcomes,” Matthew Kraft, a professor of education and economics at Brown University, told Oregon lawmakers in January during a legislative hearing on the topic.

Anne’s project focused on mastering the art of the summary.

After nearly a decade of transforming teacher preparation and shaping the MAT program, Professor Diane Silva Pimentel reflects on her time at Brown, her students, and passing the torch to the next generation of science educators.

Ava's thesis explored how educators can better engage the families of dually identified students in a rapidly changing Rhode Island district.

Graduate students in Brown’s UEP program presented capstone projects addressing key issues in urban education, sharing research-informed policy solutions shaped by their yearlong internships.

After a year of intensive residency, Brown’s MAT candidates share the research and instructional strategies that are shaping the future of local classrooms.

Professor Christopher Cleveland received the NAEd/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship for his research, "Understanding Special Education at Scale."

Christopher Cleveland, an assistant professor of education and education policy, was coauthor of a study finding that participation in disability accommodation programs in K-12 schools skews heavily toward students from wealthier families.

Faizaan is a UEP student who is interning at The Equity Institute, where he is developing digital Praxis prep resources and research on the integration of Artificial Intelligence in Rhode Island classrooms. Drawing on his background as a chemistry teacher, he is leveraging Brown’s community and career resources to transition from educational theory into impactful policy action.

Dr. Gil is recognized for her unwavering commitment to student-centered pedagogy and her transformative impact on the next generation of urban educators.

Alyx reflects on how the Brown MAT program’s focus on collaboration and student-centered leadership prepared her for a distinguished 20+ year career in Providence. Her journey highlights the lasting power of the MAT alumni network and the program's ability to foster adaptable educators who thrive amidst the evolving landscape of 21st-century technology.

Arianna is a UEP student who is interning at RIDE, where she applies data-analytic methods to evaluate career and technical education programs. Her time at Brown has been defined by community-informed policy work, ranging from the Central Falls mayoral office to developing culturally responsive evaluation strategies for a local RI organization.

Matthew Kraft, a professor of education and economics, was named a recipient of the 2026 Guggenheim Fellowship. This year’s fellows were selected from nearly 5,000 applicants. Applications in the Creative Arts and Humanities and the Sciences increased by 50% and 86%, respectively. The fellowship is offered to scholars in any field and is determined based on past accomplishments and future potential, according to the foundation’s website. Kraft is among 223 fellows who will receive a monetary stipend through the fellowship to pursue independent work. The value of the stipend is decided based on each researcher’s project.

Julia reflects on how community-based learning shaped her path from Brown to a legal career serving K-12 schools.

Naomi’s capstone centered on Black youth voices to reimagine algorithmic literacy as a tool for digital resistance and liberation.

Article cites Professor Matthew Kraft's research on how decreasing instructional time lowers student achievement.

Henry is a current senior in Brown's Combined Baccalaureate/Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program. After completing his undergraduate degree in 2026, he will enroll in the MAT program as a member of the social studies cohort.