Overseen by the Director of Undergraduate Studies, the Education Departmental Undergraduate Group (DUG) acts as a peer resource for first-year and second-year students, organizes a variety of events for concentrators, and enables students to explore potential career opportunities in the field.

To connect with the DUG and find out about upcoming department speakers, career opportunities, and events, contact the group directly at ed-dug@brown.edu. 

Meet the DUG leaders

Hannah Stoch '26

Hannah is a senior from New Jersey double-concentrating in Education and Science, Technology & Society (STS). She loves to craft, play board games, and walk in the sunshine. 

Her favorite Providence restaurant is In the Pink.

One of her favorite classes has been “Psychology of Teaching and Learning” with Professor Rieser.

Nick Lee '26

Nick is a senior in the Education Department, double-concentrating in IAPA. He loves studying student rights and social justice education.

His favorite restaurant in Providence is Aleppo Sweets.

One of his favorite classes has been  "Juveniles for Justice" with Professor Flores.

Jolie Chretien '27

Jolie is a junior from Kensington, Maryland, close to D.C., and she is concentrating in Education and Environmental Science. Some of her hobbies include running, singing, taking photos, and crafting. 

Her favorite restaurant in Providence is Den Den.

One of her favorite classes has been "New Faces, New Challenges: Immigrant Students in U.S. Schools" with Professor Flores.

Finn Tronnes '28

Finn is a sophomore from Kansas City, MO, studying Education and Visual Arts. He is interested in elementary teaching and outdoor education. Ask him about fun places to bike in Providence!

His favorite restaurant in Providence is Champa.

One of his favorite classes has been “Juveniles for Justice” with Professor Flores.